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Latin America

Nicaragua

We will be staying at the Amigos for Christ complex, which is truly remarkable. With bunk rooms and comfortable accommodations, it's the perfect place to relax with your trip team after a day of serving. There's ample space for team bonding and, on clear days, the rooftop offers a breathtaking view of the mountains.

1824 Trip

Nicaragua is a beautiful yet impoverished country, with nearly half the population living in poverty and lacking basic necessities. Young adults can make a difference by working with communities to provide clean water and assist in education at...

OVERVIEW Nicaragua is a beautiful, lush, green country, and is home to some of the most humble, loving people you’ll ever meet. It’s also one of the poorest countries in the western hemisphere, where nearly half of the population lives in poverty. Many lack access to essentials like clean water and quality education, significantly affecting their health, well-being, and future opportunities. 
IMPACT Specifically designed for young adults ages 18-24, you’ll work side-by-side with local communities to dig trenches and bring clean water to remote villages. Make a tangible impact on the lives of others while building teamwork and leadership skills and broadening your perspective. You'll also visit the Amigos Academy to experience the difference made by access to quality education. 
STORY You were made for more than comfort and ease. A trip to Nicaragua forces you to think about the simplest of pleasures, starting with clean water. This trip is an opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of those in need while experiencing the vibrant culture and beauty of Nicaragua. GO on this journey and be a part of the solution to bring clean water, education and hope to those who need it most.

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GO Nicaragua Trip

Nicaragua is a beautiful yet impoverished country, with nearly half its population living in poverty and lacking essentials. Volunteers will work on projects like building water lines and supporting local education, improving community health and...

OVERVIEW Nicaragua is a beautiful, lush, green country, and is home to some of the most humble, loving people you’ll ever meet. It’s also one of the poorest countries in the western hemisphere, where nearly half of the population lives in poverty. Many lack access to essentials like clean water and quality education, significantly affecting their health, well-being, and future opportunities. 
IMPACT You’ll work shoulder-to-shoulder with the community, rolling up your sleeves to dig water lines, build bathrooms and wood-burning stoves, assist with community agriculture, and work with students at a local school. Your efforts will help improve the health and well-being of these communities while fostering relationships and sharing God's hope. 
STORY You were made for more than comfort and ease. A trip to Nicaragua forces you to think about the simplest of pleasures, starting with clean water. This trip is an opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of those in need while experiencing the vibrant culture and beauty of Nicaragua. GO on this journey and be a part of the solution to bring clean water, education and hope to those who need it most. Compassion International sponsored child visits are no longer available on this trip.

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Mainland USA

Alabama

We’ll be staying in downtown Montgomery in a typical major city hotel with plenty of rooms, and all the usual amenities. Morning coffee and a breakfast buffet is provided by the hotel. Everyone on the trip gets a roommate. Married co-ed couples may room together, otherwise you and your significant other get split up for the trip (no shacking up on Crossroads time).

GO Alabama Trip

Explore the significance of the Civil Rights Movement in Alabama, addressing ongoing racial issues and injustices while engaging in hands-on service. Visit historic sites, meet Civil Rights leaders, and learn about social justice to become an...

OVERVIEW Head to the epicenter of the Civil Rights Movement to explore racial history in America and gain a new understanding of God’s call on us to bring his kingdom to earth. This trip addresses important issues that continue to impact communities in this historic region, and you’ll learn about the root causes of these injustices. While looking back in time, you'll catch glimpses of the hope of the future. This is an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of at-risk communities while also learning about the city’s rich Civil Rights history. You’ll visit historic sites and meet with Civil Rights leaders to gain a deeper understanding of the importance of social justice and activism. Hands-on service opportunities paired with learning will help you be an agent of change in your own community. 
IMPACT You will work to support communities still struggling to recover from recent natural disasters and economic downturns. You will be immersed in top notch museums, hear from living legends, learn from local guides, and walk in the footsteps of the Civil Rights giants that lived and dreamed on the same corners and streets you will be visiting. GO on this journey of service and learning. 
STORY No matter where you are on your journey with racial history and reconciliation, what you may know, or think you know, there is a place for you in Alabama. GO continue the legacy of the brave individuals who fought for justice and equality in our country.

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South Africa

Durban

Les Mouettes condo complex is located in Ballito, a vibrant and modern village on the warm Indian Ocean coast of KwaZulu Natal, South Africa. Just 30 minutes north of Durban, in the heart of the Dolphin Coast, Les Mouettes is situated right on the beachfront. The three-bedroom condos, furnished in a charming beach house style, offer stunning views of the Indian Ocean and "Granny’s Pool," a small, semi-private beach. 
Enjoy a catered breakfast with your trip mates; you’ll have choices like eggs, bacon, toast, pastries, cereal, yogurt and fruit with coffee, tea and juice. Lunches will be bagged lunches of PB&J sandwiches, fruit and chips. Dinner will be a catered buffet with a salad, usually chicken, beef or pork entrees with plenty of potatoes and veggies and dessert.

Educators Trip

South Africa features diverse landscapes and vibrant cultures, particularly in Durban, which faces social and economic challenges like apartheid, poverty, and education issues. A trip focuses on empowering vulnerable children through education by...

OVERVIEW South Africa is a country with diverse landscapes from rugged coastlines to rolling hills and sprawling savannas. It’s a place where people from different cultures and backgrounds come together to create a unique and vibrant society. Durban is a coastal city in eastern South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province, is known for its African, Indian and colonial influences. However, like many places in the world, it faces significant social and economic challenges. Apartheid, poverty, malnourishment, and lack of education are major issues that affect the most vulnerable members of society, especially children. A trip to Durban, South Africa aims to help vulnerable children break the cycle of poverty through education. 
IMPACT This trip is designed primarily for educators and focuses on work related to education. Educators will collaborate with local teachers and students to help break the cycle of poverty. You will teach local children, provide support and guidance to school staff, and train local teachers. By building strong relationships with local educators, you will help ensure a sustainable impact on the education system in Durban. Non-educators are also welcome on this trip and will work alongside local students and teachers to create a nurturing learning environment. Emphasizing sustainable development, this trip aims to provide long-term solutions to address the educational needs of the local community. 
STORY Whether you are sharing your expertise with local educators or creating programming for children to learn and grow, you will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by children in underserved communities. Experience beauty and gratitude in a way that will change your life. It’s intense. It’s powerful. It’ll shake you up. In fact, it may just spark a whole new direction for you. GO help create a more sustainable future for children in Durban.

Nicaragua is a beautiful but impoverished country where nearly half the population lives in poverty, lacking essentials like clean water and education. Volunteering here involves improving community health through projects like water lines and...

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Caribbean

Puerto Rico

Hunger Corp’s properties are designed to accommodate guests in Downtown Dorado. The houses are walking distance from one another. They are comfortable so that guests can feel at home and taken care of. These houses once were dilapidated properties restored for a better use to revitalize the area by creating beauty and to dignify the community as a way to demonstrate Hunger’s vision for community development. Each house comes with a few bunk rooms and shared bathrooms. Sleeping arrangements are divided by family.

Family Trip

Natural disasters have severely impacted Caribbean communities, affecting vulnerable populations. A family-focused trip allows participants to help rebuild homes and promote sustainability while deepening familial and spiritual bonds. It offers a...

OVERVIEW Natural disasters such as hurricanes, earthquakes, and floods have devastated communities in the Caribbean. People have lost homes, livelihoods, and even their loved ones. In addition, poverty, unemployment, and limited access to education and healthcare have disproportionately affected vulnerable populations including women, children, and indigenous communities. Note: This trip is specifically designed for families. Due to the programming for this specific trip, we are only able to accommodate parent(s)/guardians traveling with their kids. 
IMPACT Take your family on a trip that will have a bigger impact than any vacation you could possibly imagine. As a family, you will get your hands dirty as you help rebuild homes and help create sustainability in local communities with our partner. Additionally, through designed content and experiences, your family will have the unique opportunity to grow closer together and deepen your relationships with God. 
STORY This trip is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while experiencing the vibrant culture and beauty of Puerto Rico. It’s intense. It’s powerful. It’ll shake you up. In fact, it may just spark a whole new direction for your family. Each year, hundreds of people change their lives by taking trips around the world. Each trip builds cross-cultural bridges, sustainably improves the lives of locals, and creates lasting friendships for those sharing the experience. GO on this journey of service and hope.

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Guatemala

We will be staying at a hotel located in Antigua for most of the trip. Then we will travel to Lake Atitlan where we will stay at Porto del Lago hotel.

GO Guatemala Trip

Latin America struggles with poverty, malnutrition, and limited education, affecting children. The RISE program enables local students to plan community service projects, improving their neighborhoods. Supporting these young people can help break...

OVERVIEW Despite its abundant natural beauty, Latin America faces significant challenges. Poverty, malnutrition, and limited access to education often affect vulnerable populations, especially children. The lack of basic resources impacts their health, well-being, and future opportunities. 
IMPACT You’ll work directly with local middle schoolers and high schoolers in the RISE program with CoEd. RISE students plan community service projects in their own neigborhoods/schools. You will work alongside these students to improve the quality of life in their neighborhoods and provide them with the skills and resources they need to build a brighter future. 
STORY By investing in these young people you can empower them to reach their full potential and break free from the cycle of poverty that has held their families back for generations. GO on this journey and be a part of the solution to end generational poverty in this beautiful country.

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Johannesburg

We’ll be staying at the Cradle Moon Lakeside Game Lodge. There are fifty, two-bedroom thatched bungalows. Each Bungalow has a tea and coffee station, en suite bathroom with both bath and shower facilities, and a veranda where guests can enjoy watching a glorious African sunset. Zebra, Giraffe, Wildebeest, Impala, and Springbok roam the grounds outside the rooms. Rooms overlook a beautiful lake with a rock wall dam and waterfall. Regarding food, expect a typical breakfast buffet of eggs, bacon, sausage, potatoes, toast, pastries, cereal, yogurt, and fruit with coffee, tea, and juice. Lunches will be bagged lunches of PB&J sandwiches, fruit, and chips. Dinner will again be a buffet with a salad bar, usually chicken, beef or pork entrees with plenty of pasta, potatoes, and veggies. You won’t go hungry.

GO Johannesburg Trip

OVERVIEW South Africa boasts diverse landscapes, from rugged coastlines to rolling hills and sprawling savannas. It's a place where people from various cultures and backgrounds come together to create a unique and vibrant society. Johannesburg, the country's largest city and the capital of Gauteng Province, is a prime example of this diversity. Its sprawling Soweto township was once home to Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu. 
Despite its rich history, Johannesburg faces significant social and economic challenges. Apartheid's legacy, poverty, malnutrition, and lack of education severely impact the most vulnerable members of society, especially children. A trip to Johannesburg, South Africa, aims to help these vulnerable children break the cycle of poverty through education. 
IMPACT With an emphasis on sustainable development, this trip aims to provide long-term solutions to address the educational needs of the local community. Work projects might include painting, making infrastructure improvements, working in the school garden, preparing meals for the students, or teaching in a classroom. You'll be helping to create a nurturing learning environment that empowers vulnerable children. 
STORY Experience beauty and gratitude in a life-changing way. It’s intense. It’s powerful. It’ll shake you up. In fact, it may just spark a whole new direction for you. GO help create a more sustainable future for children in Johannesburg.

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Martin County, KY

We'll be staying at the Appalachian Reach Out complex, which offers plenty of rooms (some with bunk beds) and comfortable accommodations to settle into after a day of serving. There is ample space for connecting with the team. Morning coffee and breakfast are provided every day.

GO Martin County Trip

Martin County faces high poverty rates and significant disparities in health and education. There is an opportunity to support local food pantries and community projects to improve access to necessities and enhance living conditions. Volunteers...

OVERVIEW Once deemed “the poorest county in America,” many families in Martin County struggle with poverty and a lack of access to basic necessities. Despite its rich tradition, culture, values, and natural beauty, the area is categorized as economically distressed, with high concentrations of poverty, unemployment, poor health, and severe educational disparities. Although significant progress has been made in recent decades, there remains a substantial gap in achieving economic and living conditions comparable to the rest of the country. 
IMPACT Serve and support at-risk communities by working at local food pantries. The region has been severely impacted by economic hardship, leaving many families struggling with poverty and lacking access to basic necessities, including nutritious food. Your work may include food distribution, organizing donations, or assisting with various tasks to support these essential community resources. Additionally, projects may involve construction to improve housing and infrastructure or enhance community facilities, ensuring that families have access to healthy, nutritious meals. 
STORY You'll assist our partners in making a significant difference by providing practical support and hope to communities. You'll learn about the challenges they face and how individuals and organizations are working to create positive change. GO and help bring relief and hope to amazing communities that are close to home.

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Senior Connection Trip

Martin County faces significant poverty and lack of access to necessities despite its cultural richness. Community support focuses on food distribution, housing improvement, and infrastructure to aid struggling families. Volunteers can help bring...

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Asia

Nepal

While in Kathmandu, we will stay at a comfortable Bed & Breakfast or Hotel.

GO Nepal Trip

OVERVIEW Nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas, Kathmandu is a bustling city full of colorful streets, local artisans, and mountain peaks in every direction. Embark on this transformative trip to Nepal, where you’ll work on preventative measures to keep children from being sold into human trafficking. You’ll meet people with stories and faith that measure taller and wider than Mount Everest. 
IMPACT Through your efforts, the team will help create a safer environment for children, empowering them with the love of Jesus and providing them with resources to protect themselves and their communities. Collaborate with local partners to provide education and resources to at-risk families and communities focusing on the importance of child protection and the dangers of trafficking. Visit schools and children’s homes, engage in awareness-raising activities, and build relationships with local families. 
STORY Your heart will break, your impact will be deep and meaningful, and you’ll grow immeasurably. Join us as we serve our partners, who are on the front lines of fighting human trafficking and exploitation in Nepal. GO on a journey of service, advocacy, and freedom.

Student Trip

Martin County faces severe poverty, unemployment, poor health, and educational disparities despite its cultural richness. Support efforts include working at local food pantries and improving housing and facilities for families in need. Volunteers...

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India

You will stay in a western style hotel while in Mumbai. For 4 nights, you will be at a retreat center that has indoor lodging. Women and men will be separated into cabins that will have 4-6 people per cabin. Each cabin will have at least one indoor bathroom. Clean drinking water will be provided.

GO India Trip

OVERVIEW India is a vibrant country of 1.6 billion people, filled with history, beauty and culture. In the midst of all the beauty, human trafficking continues to thrive there, and some reports estimate that more than 60% of those affected by modern slavery live in South Asia. 
IMPACT On this life-changing trip to India you’ll work with survivors of human trafficking. Our team helps our partner provide support, encouragement and hope for a brighter future. You’ll visit safe houses and shelters, meet with survivors, and learn about the challenges they face on a daily basis. Through your work and interactions you will gain a deeper understanding of the impact of human trafficking on individuals and communities, and you'll explore ways to prevent and combat this issue. 
STORY Each trip to India has its own purpose and this trip is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while experiencing the vibrant culture and beauty of India. Join us on this journey of service and discovery that will take you deep into the heart of others and give you the chance to be part of God’s movement toward radical freedom—and this freedom awaits you, too.

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Hunger Corp’s properties are designed to accommodate guests in Downtown Dorado. The houses are walking distance from one another. They are comfortable so that guests can feel at home and taken care of. These houses once were dilapidated properties restored for a better use to revitalize the area by creating beauty and to dignify the community as a way to demonstrate Hunger’s vision for community development. Each house comes with a few rooms and shared bathrooms. Since this trip is for married husbands and wives only, each couple will have their own room.

Couples Trip

Natural disasters have devastated Caribbean communities, impacting vulnerable populations like women and children. A trip for married couples offers a chance to aid recovery efforts and deepen relationships while experiencing Puerto Rico's culture...

OVERVIEW Natural disasters such as hurricanes, earthquakes, and floods have devastated communities in the Caribbean. People have lost homes, livelihoods, and even their loved ones. In addition, poverty, unemployment, and limited access to education and healthcare have disproportionately affected vulnerable populations including women, children, and indigenous communities. Note: This trip is specifically designed for husband and wife married couples. Due to the programming and lodging for this specific trip, we are only able to accommodate spouses traveling with each other. 
IMPACT You and your spouse will have the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of those impacted by natural disasters by working to rebuild their home. You will work with our local partner to repair infrastructure and restore hope to families and communities. Through your work and interactions you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the challenges facing communities impacted by natural disasters and explore ways to support long-term recovery efforts. You’ll also have time to work, play, and pray alongside your spouse to grow closer to one another and closer to God. 
STORY This trip is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while experiencing the vibrant culture and beauty of Puerto Rico. It’s intense. It’s powerful. It’ll shake you up. In fact, it may just spark a whole new direction for you and your spouse. Each year, hundreds of people change their lives by taking trips around the world. Each trip builds cross-cultural bridges, sustainably improves the lives of locals, and creates lasting friendships for those sharing the experience. GO on this journey of service and hope.

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We'll be staying at the Appalachia Reach Out complex, which offers plenty of rooms (some with bunk beds) and comfortable accommodations to settle into after a day of serving. There is ample space for connecting with the team. 

Women's Trip

Women face immense challenges balancing caregiving, work, and poverty, particularly in communities struggling with addiction. The focus of this initiative is to empower women, tackle generational poverty, and foster self-sufficiency through...

OVERVIEW Across cultures and time, women understand their vulnerability to the system. They know the weight of bearing and caring for children, bringing in an income, taking care of their family and home, and balancing far too many competing demands. All of this is especially difficult when starting from a place of severe poverty in a community racked by addiction. Once deemed "the poorest county in America," many women and families still struggle with severe poverty and a lack of access to basic necessities. 
IMPACT The work on this trip focuses on women. Whether pushing through addiction, learning new skills to break generational poverty, or empowering through loving care, you'll make a significant difference providing practical support and hope to women... and in so doing, you'll be lifting up families and communities. Learn about the challenges and how you can create hope and be a part of breaking the cycle of generational poverty. 
STORY By sharing skills, resources, and compassion, women on these missions not only contribute to the immediate well-being of those in need but also promote long-term change and self-sufficiency. This collective effort underscores the power of women helping women, creating a ripple effect that can uplift entire communities.

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While trekking, you will be staying at a homestay which is indoors but equivalent to camping.

Adventure Trip

Participate in a trek through the Himalayas while engaging in efforts to prevent child trafficking. Work with local communities to provide education and resources to at-risk families. Experience personal growth and meaningful impact alongside...

OVERVIEW Part thrilling adventure, part meaningful work to prevent human trafficking, this journey will take you on a difficult days-long trek through the Himalayas with its breathtaking landscapes. 
IMPACT You will engage in meaningful work to help prevent child trafficking, visiting rural villages and providing education and resources to at-risk families and communities. Alongside our local partner, you will build relationships and empower children with the knowledge and resources to protect themselves and their communities. 
STORY Your heart will break, your impact will be deep and meaningful, and you’ll grow immeasurably. Join us as we serve our partners, who are on the front lines of fighting human trafficking and exploitation in Nepal. GO on a journey of service, advocacy, and freedom.

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Les Mouettes condo complex is located in Ballito, a vibrant and modern village on the warm Indian Ocean coast of KwaZulu Natal, South Africa. Just 30 minutes north of Durban, in the heart of the Dolphin Coast, Les Mouettes is situated right on the beachfront. The three-bedroom condos, furnished in a charming beach house style, offer stunning views of the Indian Ocean and "Granny’s Pool," a small, semi-private beach. Enjoy a catered breakfast with your trip mates; you’ll have choices like eggs, bacon, toast, pastries, cereal, yogurt and fruit with coffee, tea and juice. Lunches will be bagged lunches of PB&J sandwiches, fruit and chips. Dinner will be a catered buffet with a salad, usually chicken, beef or pork entrees with plenty of potatoes and veggies and dessert.

Thanksgiving Trip

South Africa features diverse landscapes and a vibrant society, with Durban influenced by various cultures. The region faces challenges like poverty and lack of education, particularly affecting children. A trip to Durban focuses on sustainable...

OVERVIEW South Africa is a country with diverse landscapes from rugged coastlines to rolling hills and sprawling savannas. It’s a place where people from different cultures and backgrounds come together to create a unique and vibrant society. Durban is a coastal city in eastern South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province, is known for its African, Indian and colonial influences. However, like many places in the world, it faces significant social and economic challenges. Apartheid, poverty, malnourishment, and lack of education are major issues that affect the most vulnerable members of society, especially children. A trip to Durban, South Africa aims to help vulnerable children break the cycle of poverty through education. 
IMPACT With an emphasis on sustainable development, this trip aims to provide long-term solutions to address the educational needs of the local community. Work projects might include painting, making infrastructure improvements, working in the school garden, preparing meals for the students, or teaching in a classroom. You'll be helping to create a nurturing learning environment that empowers vulnerable children. 
STORY Experience beauty and gratitude in a life-changing way. It’s intense. It’s powerful. It’ll shake you up. In fact, it may just spark a whole new direction for you. GO help create a more sustainable future for children in Durban.

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Hunger Corp’s properties designed to accommodate guests in Downtown Dorado. The houses are walking distance from one another. They are comfortable so that guests can feel at home and taken care of. These houses once were dilapidated properties restored for a better use to revitalize the area by creating beauty and to dignify the community as a way to demonstrate Hunger’s vision for community development. Each house comes with a few bunk rooms and shared bathrooms. Sleeping arrangements are divided between male and female guests.

GO Puerto Rico

OVERVIEW Natural disasters such as hurricanes, earthquakes, and floods have devastated communities in the Caribbean. People have lost homes, livelihoods, and even their loved ones. In addition, poverty, unemployment, and limited access to education and healthcare have disproportionately affected vulnerable populations including women, children, and indigenous communities. 
IMPACT Your team will have the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of those impacted by natural disasters, by working to rebuild their homes. You will work with our local partner to repair infrastructure and restore hope to families and communities. Through your work and interactions you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the challenges facing communities impacted by natural disasters and explore ways to support long-term recovery efforts. This trip is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while experiencing the vibrant culture and beauty of Puerto Rico. GO on this journey of service and hope. 
STORY This trip is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while experiencing the vibrant culture and beauty of Puerto Rico. It’s intense. It’s powerful. It’ll shake you up. In fact, it may just spark a whole new direction for your life. Each year, hundreds of people change their lives by taking trips around the world. Each trip builds cross-cultural bridges, sustainably improves the lives of locals, and creates lasting friendships for those sharing the experience. GO on this journey of service and hope.

Nicaragua, a beautiful country with a loving population, faces significant poverty, with many lacking essentials like clean water and education. Volunteers will engage in community projects to enhance health and well-being while fostering...

OVERVIEW Nicaragua is a beautiful, lush, green country, and is home to some of the most humble, loving people you’ll ever meet. It’s also one of the poorest countries in the western hemisphere, where nearly half of the population lives in poverty. Many lack access to essentials like clean water and quality education, significantly affecting their health, well-being, and future opportunities. 
IMPACT You’ll work shoulder-to-shoulder with the community, rolling up your sleeves to dig water lines, build bathrooms and wood-burning stoves, assist with community agriculture, and work with students at a local school. Your efforts will help improve the health and well-being of these communities while fostering relationships and sharing God's hope. 
STORY You were made for more than comfort and ease. A trip to Nicaragua forces you to think about the simplest of pleasures, starting with clean water. This trip is an opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of those in need while experiencing the vibrant culture and beauty of Nicaragua. GO on this journey and be a part of the solution to bring clean water, education and hope to those who need it most. Compassion International sponsored child visits are no longer available on this trip.

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