Get Involved

Your next step starts with a conversation

If you are hoping to continue your education and would like to explore support from St. James Institute, tell us about your goals. You can also contact us on behalf of a young adult. We begin by listening and explaining what may be possible.

Is St. James a possible fit?

St. James accompanies young adults as they prepare for technical or university education and grow through study, work, service, and community. You may be facing financial barriers, limited family support, or uncertainty about your educational direction.

We consider each person’s circumstances, goals, willingness to participate, and the support we can realistically provide. Our first apostolate is in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia. Available services and places depend on the local program and its capacity.

How the process works

Start a conversation

Send a brief inquiry about yourself or the young adult you are referring. Tell us your location, educational interests, and the kind of guidance or support you are seeking.

Explore your circumstances

Our team will explain the next steps and learn more about your goals, educational background, support network, and current challenges. We will tell you if further information is needed.

Consider a suitable path

Together, we consider whether St. James can offer useful support. Vocational guidance or academic preparation may be part of identifying a realistic educational path

Agree on a plan, if support is offered

If we are able to offer support, we will explain its scope, responsibilities, and review arrangements before participation begins. We will revisit the plan as circumstances and needs change.

Application questions

A few answers to help you begin. We assess each person’s goals and circumstances, willingness to participate and the support we can realistically offer.

Let’s explore what may be possible.

Tell us a little about yourself—or the young adult you are accompanying—and the educational goal you would like to discuss.

For the first message, a brief introduction is enough. Please do not send identity documents, medical records, or other sensitive documents through the general contact form.Let’s begin with a conversation

Tell us a little about the educational goal and the support you would like to discuss. A brief introduction is enough for the first message. Please do not send identity documents, medical records, or other sensitive documents through the general contact form.

Need more guidance? Browse the full FAQ or contact our team before submitting your application.

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