Local families in Renton can help bridge the gap by sharing their homes with exchange students.

AFS is currently looking for families to host high school exchange students coming from more than 90 countries in August and September.

AFS-USA is a “nonprofit organization, works to build a more just and peaceful world through international education and exchange,” according to its website.

If you are interested in learning more about hosting an international exchange student contact Anna Guthrie, AFS hosting coordinator, by email at aguthrie@afsusa.org or by phone at 206-639-8809.