GIVE Blog

Unexploded Bombs in Laos – Tong Bai’s Story Written by: Daniel Trevor, GIVE’s Head of International Operations Interview by: Bounthan Sengsavang and Emily Erickson **Please note...

GIVE: Elephants and GIVE ​As a conscious, dynamic and adaptive organization, GIVE, along with our local partners, are constantly reassessing our impact on the communities we work with to ensure that...

Run for Laos – Run for WATER Written by: Sally McBride ​42.2km, 21,000 ancient steps – this adventure is not for the faint of heart! On May 15th I will be partaking in The Great Wall of...

GIVE: Luis + Oskar Written by: Jennifer Lucas These two boys stole my heart. I remember being at the worksite in Jiquilillo completely exhausted, watching as this little boy carried away tree...

GIVE: Traveling Tips Written by: Jacklyn Trzaska As I sit here on a plane I can’t help but think about the concept of travel; it is essentially the exact opposite of familiarity. All of your...

GIVE: “La Gente” Written by: Jake Muniak You live and you learn right? But actually... Do you really? Do you actively gather your experiences in a memory bank to afterwards process that...

 GIVE: Daydreaming Written by: Lilly Erickson Some days I find myself waking up and thinking back to the peaceful shores of Little Corn. My mind drifts to the winding dirt paths through the jungle,...

GIVE: Friendships Across Borders (Part II) Written by: Jacklyn Trzaska ​…He was taller and his hair was longer but his smile was still just as contagious as I remembered. I squatted down next...

GIVE: Friendships Across Borders (Part I) Written by: Jacklyn Trzaska A new friendship could be right around the corner… I have been blessed with many friendships in my life. Some evolved from...

GIVE: NFL Athletes GIVE Back Written by: Katence Olson and Hallie Hemmingsen 9/18/2015 Football is back. Stadiums are packed with pride, fans are once again sporting their team’s swag and...