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Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA)

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27/100 · methodology
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About Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA)

VSA has worked in Cambodia since 1992, under an umbrella agreement with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which proposed a cross-sectoral community development programme focusing on Kus Commune in Tram Kak District, Takeo Province. Using the Ministry of Education as a focal point, VSA agreed to place volunteers in teacher training, primary health care and agricultural extension assignments. From 1992 to 1999 volunteers were based in Takeo working to support and improve primary teacher training, community health initiatives, primary school education and agricultural infrastructure at Kus Commune. Over time VSA diversified and started working with partners such as Takeo Provincial Office of Education, Youth and Sport and the Takeo Primary Teacher Training College. In addition VSA also established partnerships in …

Founded
Foundation type
NGO

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
Community Development

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar community development in Cambodia
Integrity Assessment This charity: 27
Peer average: 31

Red flags

· All clear
CCC registry status change
Open investigations
Governance scandals
Related-party deals
Excessive exec comp

Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA) is a registered community development nonprofit, Cambodia. It is registered with the official charity registry of Cambodia. It was founded in 1992 and has been operating for 34 years. Its registration number is KH-CCC-59. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 27/100 (Limited data available). This reflects limited public data, not concerns about the organization.

Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA) has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 27/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 27 ('Limited data available') reflects limited public data, not concerns about the organization. This is common for smaller, newer, or non-US charities that file fewer public records. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for community development charities in Cambodia is 31/100.

Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA) is registered in Cambodia. The organization was established in 1992 and has been active for 34 years.

Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA) is classified as a Community Development organization, registered in Cambodia. It operates as a NGO.

Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA) has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 27/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. Visit the Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA) profile on GiveRadar for full details before deciding. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.

VSA has worked in Cambodia since 1992, under an umbrella agreement with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which proposed a cross-sectoral community development programme focusing on Kus Commune in Tram Kak District, Takeo Province. Using the Ministry of Education as a focal point, VSA agreed to place volunteers in teacher training, primary health care and agricultural extension assignments. From 1992 to 1999 volunteers were based in Takeo working to support and improve primary teacher training, community health initiatives, primary school education and agricultural infrastructure at Kus Commune. Over time VSA diversified and started working with partners such as Takeo Provincial Office of Education, Youth and Sport and the Takeo Primary... Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA) is classified as a community development organization registered in Cambodia. The organization was founded in 1992.

Among community development charities registered in Cambodia: Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA)'s GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 27/100 is in line with the peer average of 31/100.

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Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Cambodia under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.

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Latest news

From global news sources

10 articles found

From global news sources

Sentiment

Neutral

Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

Te Anau pharmacist to volunteer in Bougainville - Southland App
Feb 2026
southlandapp.nz
Tight job market fuels interest in overseas volunteer work - RNZ
Jan 2026
www.rnz.co.nz
From Timor-Leste to Suva: The Kiwi volunteer rebuilding his life overseas - Stuff
Dec 2025
www.stuff.co.nz
NZ volunteer service supports ENB’s Frangipani Clinic - The National | Your Number One Daily!
Nov 2024
www.thenational.com.pg
N.Z. Volunteer Service Abroad C.E.O. visits partners - Samoa Observer
Sep 2022
www.samoaobserver.ws
UNICEF and VSA New Zealand partners to promote early childhood education for Timorese children - Unicef
Mar 2019
www.unicef.org
Saying Goodbye to Solomon Islands - Solomon Times Online
Mar 2019
www.solomontimes.com
VSA ‘UniVols’ doing Pacific stint - Otago Daily Times
Feb 2018
www.odt.co.nz
Nuns visit safe houses in B’ville on study tour - The National | Your Number One Daily!
Sep 2017
www.thenational.com.pg
New VSA volunteer for Torba Province - Vanuatu Daily Post
Mar 2017
www.dailypost.vu

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Peer charities

Other community development in Cambodia, by integrity assessment

Charity Score Revenue Program %
Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA) This page 27 - -
Agir Pour le Cambodge (APLC) 31 - -
Cambodia Catholic Community Association (CCCA) 31 - -
( ) 31 - -
N/a ( N/a ) 31 - -
Ponleur Kumar (PK) 31 - -
Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) 31 - -
Khmer Akphiwat Khmer Organization (KAKO) 31 - -
( ) 31 - -

Sources and verification

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News and media coverage
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Data freshness

Last updated
Mar 15, 2026
Profile completeness
45%

What we don't know

Honest gaps - our score reflects transparency, not impact

Financial filings
No annual financial filings on file
Executive compensation
Top-officer pay not disclosed
Named leadership
Board and officer list not yet indexed
Mission statement
No self-published statement of purpose
Official website
No verified website on record
Programs & projects
No named programs listed by the charity

Methodology

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Quick facts about Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA)

What is Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA)?
Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA) is a community development ngo, Cambodia. VSA has worked in Cambodia since 1992, under an umbrella agreement with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which proposed a cross-sectoral community development programme focusing on Kus Commune in Tram Kak District, Takeo Province. Using the Ministry of Education as a focal point, VSA agreed to place volunteers in teacher training, primary health care and agricultural extension assignments. From 1992 to 1999 volunteers were based in Takeo working to support and improve primary teacher training, community health initiatives, primary school education and agricultural infrastructure at Kus Commune. Over time VSA diversified and started working with partners such as Takeo Provincial Office of Education, Youth and Sport and the Takeo Primary Teacher Training College. In addition VSA also established partnerships in Phnom Penh with organizations such as the Institute Technology of Cambodia, The Cambodia Trust and the Royal University of Phnom Penh and a number of NGOs. However, since the start of 2008, the VSA programme in Cambodia has developed a new strategic direction which primarily focuses on Takeo and Svay Rieng provinces in the sectors of education, social development and economic development. The main aim of the VSA programme in Cambodia is to support local Government and local NGOs to plan and deliver services that increase access for rural and marginalised people to economic and education opportunities, and greater inclusion in society. VSA‘s Strategic Intent 2007-2011 is structured around three objectives:  New Zealand volunteers and partner organizations and communities abroad share skills and knowledge to help improve quality of life, and build self-determining communities and stable nations.  New Zealanders understand their role in international development and participate as good neighbors in the global community.  New Zealanders appreciate and support international volunteering for development. Our values guide the tenor an
When was Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA) founded?
Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA) was founded in 1992.
Where is Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA) located?
Headquartered in Cambodia.
Is Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA) trustworthy?
Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA) has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 27 out of 100 (Limited data available). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
What is Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA)'s registration number?
Registration: KH-CCC-59 (Cambodia).
Are donations to Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA) tax-deductible?
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Cambodia under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.