Why I’m Here Written By: Thomas Gibbons Regardless of your skin color, nationality, gender, religion, or circumstances, we all come into this world with one question we spend our lives trying to answer: Why am I here?? I’ve only spent nineteen years writing the...
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You Don’t Come Back the Same
You Don’t Come Back the Same 14 Days in Nicaragua that Changed my Life Written by: Hillary Daniels On June 21st, I boarded a plane with hopes of helping a community in Jiquilillo, Nicaragua, through GIVE. But honestly, I had no idea what I was getting myself...
The Power of Cultural Awareness
The Power of Cultural Awareness Written by: Taylor Edwardson You know what’s beautiful? Our differences. The things that make each of us unique. If we were all the same, life would be pretty boring, right?! One of the biggest things that sets us apart is culture. And...
Reverse Culture Shock
Reverse Culture Shock And it’s Ability to Inspire Change Written By: Taylor Edwardson Initially, after arriving on your GIVE trip, it’s common to undergo culture shock. This is a term frequently used by travelers to describe feelings of disorientation, anxiety,...
Telling Your Own Story
Telling Your Own Story: Samantha Bolton’s Mission To Amplify Voices Worldwide Interview with Samantha Bolton, Written By: Taylor Edwardson Samantha Bolton, a former volunteer with our Tanzania program, is a true force within the GIVE family. At just 20 years...
Sustainable Packing Tips!
Sustainable Packing Tips For Your Next GIVE Adventure!!! “What should I pack for my GIVE trip?” It’s one of the most common questions we get — and we’ve got you covered! You’ll receive a detailed packing list about 30 days before your trip. But in the meantime, one of...