At CVCS, our mission is to provide educational excellence in a Christ-centered environment. One meaningful way families can live out that mission is by hosting an international student through our trusted partner, Bridges International.

Hosting enriches family life, builds cultural understanding, and opens doors to share the love of Christ. Many students have even come to faith through the ministry of CVCS and the care of their host families.

If you have a furnished spare room and a heart to serve, please consider one of these opportunities:

Short-Term / Respite Hosting

• Provide housing for a few days to a few weeks
• Receive a small daily stipend

Long-Term Hosting

• Host for a semester or full year
• Receive a $1,600 monthly stipend for room, board, and transportation

Important Notes

• The homestay program is run by Bridges International, not CVCS
• Participation is voluntary
• Training and ongoing support are provided

To learn more, contact Catherine Mansfield at info@bighomestay.net. Catherine, a CVCS alumna, leads a ministry committed to connecting international students with Christian families.

For CVCS program questions, please contact our International Student Director, Dr. Heidi Zameni at hzameni@cvcs.org