The Global Builders Program

Volunteerism and mutual help are key concepts in the work of Fuller Center for Housing. The local community and groups of international volunteers act as active supporters to our homeowners building their houses. The construction sites, where the international volunteers and locals build shoulder to shoulder, with the spirit of friendship and unity, sharing the same enthusiasm and emotions, become a non-formal platform of interaction between the guests and the local community. This program helps to strengthen the cultural and spiritual bridge between the local and international communities, demonstrating the love of Christ in action 

 

 Join us in this life-transforming experience: come to Armenia for a 10-14 day-long trip to build and interact with Armenian families, and to see the ancient country of Armenia!


2012 Schedule for Global Builders Teams
 
 
Vanadzor Affiliate
 
                         June 3 - June 17, team leader  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , /open team/
                         June 14 -June 29, team leader  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , /open team/  
                         June 30 -July 14, team leader This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , /open team/ 
                         July 15 - July 29, team leader Abe Ouzounian,  /close team/ 
                          
 
Yerevan Affiliate 
                        July 12 - July 23 , team leader  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , /open team/                  
                        July 24 - Aug. 7, team leader Susan Bosovich, /close team/ 
                        Aug.11 - Aug. 25, team leader  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , /open team/
 
 
                                                          Yeghegnadzor  Affiliate 
 
                       June 15 -July 1, team leader Jackie ElChemmas, /close team/
 
  
Please check back as new teams and dates may be added soon!

If you are interested in the short term mission trip/Global Builders program of FCHA, please fill in the online application. If you have questions, please send an email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .


Useful Documents

General Information About Global Builders

Global Builders Handbook - Yerevan  

Frequently Asked Question about Global Builders

Global Builders Poster

Fuller Center for Housing Armenia Leaflet


Special Highlights

Three Generations Participate in Fuller Center Build 

One Family's Quest to Give Back and Stay Connected to their Roots

(Published in the Armenian Reporter, by Nyree Abrahamyan)

Voskevaz - Armenians living in the Diaspora have always felt a tug to return to their homeland, or see it for the first time. In recent years, with more and more airlines flying to Armenia, quick and easy visas at the airport, a plethora of options for accommodations and a growing tourism industry, the dream of visiting Armenia is becoming increasingly accessible. According to the Armenian Tourism Development Agency, the Armenian Diaspora represents 62 percent of all tourist arrivals.

It's wonderful to see growing numbers of diaspora Armenians in the country each year, and even more uplifting that many are opting to volunteer during their visit. Another growing trend among Diaspora Armenians is to visit with the entire family, or as many members of the family as possible. We have been following the stories of some of these families, many of whom are here with members representing three generations. And while they all seem to feel a common bond that is strengthened and deepened when they visit their homeland together with their loved ones, each family's stories, their reasons for visiting Armenia and their experiences are unique.

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The Second Team from United States Working Hard In Khor Virap!

Leo Manuelian and his team helped the Khachatryan family of 8.

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 Armenian Reporter Writes a Two-page Article about the Global Builders Program 

The US-based weekly "Armenian Reporter" journalist Maria Titizian's account of Global Builders.

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 The First Global Builders in Armenia: Mission Complete !

A team of dedicated volunteers from New Jersey touched roots with their ancestors in Armenia and assisted a family to realize their dream.

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Last Updated ( Thursday, 02 February 2012 06:39 )