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PfaP Portrait
I am a rising Senior at North Carolina State University. I am currently pursuing a degree in Communication Media and am expected to graduate in Spring of ’24. I enjoy both drawing and painting, weightlifting, pickleball, and laying by a beach or pool with a good book. Pack for a Purpose was brought to my... Continue reading
“Realizing a Lifelong Dream”
There is no greater feeling than realizing a life long dream. It all started when I shared with my wife, Ashley, that I had always wanted to visit Africa for my 50th birthday trip. Her eyes lit up and she asked if we could visit a school. You see, she is an amazing, early childhood... Continue reading
Pax’s Story
My name is Pax and I am from Michigan in the United States of America. I am 11 years old and will be in sixth grade next year. I enjoy swimming and playing music. I also like to learn about science. I am glad that I got to come to Africa to learn about Botswana... Continue reading
Rebecca’s Story
It was summer in Minnesota but we were heading to Southern Africa where it would be winter. The need for extra layers, plus a commitment to carry on luggage restricted us a little. When I saw that part of our tour would be spent at the Davisons Camp in Zimbabwe which is a Pack... Continue reading
At Multiple Destinations, One Family’s Continuing Generosity Makes a Big Impact
Over 8 years ago, our family was planning a unique trip to Costa Rica. We knew how fortunate we were to be able to visit and experience a completely different culture from our own. When researching different parts of the country, we learned that like the United States, Costa Rica had many needs in the form... Continue reading
How One Motorcycle Tour Company + PfaP Travelers Made a Difference in the Lives of Ecuadorian Children
Since 2015, Ecuador Freedom Bike Rental has been participating in the Pack for a Purpose program, and the experience has been nothing short of heartwarming and inspiring. The program, which encourages travelers to bring much-needed school supplies and other items to the communities they visit, has enabled our motorcycle tour participants to connect with the... Continue reading
Making A Difference with Each Vacation- PfaP Travelers Make a Big Impact
Guests staying at Sandals or Beaches Resorts will quickly tell you that a vacation to the ever-warm shores of the Caribbean promises to provide you with excellent customer service, endless sandy beaches wrapped in the blue hues of the ocean, mouth-watering delectable cuisines, and exciting entertainment and water-sports activities that will leave you with memories... Continue reading
Wonderful Guests of Wilderness Make a Big Impact in Namibia
Children in the Wilderness (CITW) was founded in 2001 and began a partnership with Pack for a Purpose (PfaP) in 2010 – a relationship that has now been going strong for the last 13 years! Pack for a Purpose encourages travellers to make a difference by bringing essential supplies for the communities they are visiting.... Continue reading
Judy’s Story
On May 24, I met with Oliver Morgan, the personnel director and coordinator for Pack for a Purpose here in Beaches, Turks and Caicos. He was so overwhelmed and thankful for our donation of over 50 soprano recorders as well as methods books for the music teachers and the children of the island. As... Continue reading
Bianca and Neil’s Story
When we stayed at Arathusa in South Africa, we had the opportunity to visit the project they support, the Hananani Primary School, and deliver supplies. We had a great time at the school, absolutely loved the children. So cute and they loved us, there must have been 10,000 high fives given and received. The head... Continue reading