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“The Generosity of the Guests at Pikaia Lodge Makes a Big Impact”

Year after year, Pikaia Lodge, a Relais & Châteaux property in the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, has actively participated in Pack for a Purpose, a program that allows us to contribute to the local community and give back to those who need it most.   Our guests who choose to pack school supplies demonstrate immense generosity,... Continue reading

PfaP Portraits

  We are delighted to welcome Nhaturie Atkinson as one of our two new interns at Pack for a Purpose! I’m a Junior at North Carolina State University majoring in Social Work and Psychology. In my free time, I enjoy taking trips, painting, being outside, working at the food pantry at NC State and skateboarding.... Continue reading

Meaningful Travel in Mexico-PfaP Travelers Make a Big Impact

As a company in the hotel sector, our mission is to provide our guests with the highest quality services we can offer and give them memories that will last a lifetime. Beyond being members of the business community, we enthusiastically believe that we are part of the community at large. That’s why, years ago Scorpion... Continue reading

Global Travelers and Company Group Story

Leggra Colon (Owner of Global Travelers LLC/Global Travelers and Company) and 1st Lady Trucker/Mrs. Sarlentia Holt (wife of DJ Trucker) We’re thrilled to announce that we’re entering our second year of partnership with Pack For A Purpose! Last year, we worked with this incredible organization to expand our philanthropic efforts at Global Travelers and Company... Continue reading

Nancy’s Story

My husband turned 55 a few weeks ago and to celebrate I booked a 7 night Caribbean cruise out of Barbados. I booked a hotel for one night in Rockley prior to the cruise and another night in Holetown upon our return. Barbados and the Caribbean definitely exceeded our expectations. While planning for our holiday,... Continue reading

Allstars in Cheering, Allstars in Giving

To whom much is given, much is required. We excel at giving back! Athletes at Cheer Supreme Allstars participate in multiple service projects annually.  Charde’ Alexander, the owner and CEO of Cheer Supreme Allstars received an invitation to Belize from a parent in the program who is a resident of Naia Resort.  In researching the... Continue reading

Susanne’s Story

After being often in Southern Africa, last year I had some space left in my luggage and went shopping for kid’s cloths and Shoes. Then when I arrived in Zimbabwe, I was looking with the Manager of the hotel for an opportunity and found it in an orphan home in the city  which I visited... Continue reading

DeLorey Family Story

  We were fortunate to visit the beautiful area of Punta Mita again and were eager to make a second visit to Entreamigos with the help of San Pancho Rentals and Pack for a Purpose. The facility was just as welcoming as the first time and our donations were much appreciated. Years ago my children... Continue reading

Williamson Family Story

  Before traveling, our family always checks the Packforapurpose.org website to see if they have any local participants in need of any supplies. We were happy to learn of two hotels located on the island of Aruba that supported two projects. We chose to support the Casa Cuna local orphanage because we love helping children... Continue reading

NC State Students Pack for a Purpose on Spring Break in Mexico

I have had the unique opportunity to work for Pack for a Purpose as a social media intern this past semester and have really enjoyed learning the ins and outs of this nonprofit. However, to truly understand the impact of this organization, I knew I had to Pack for a Purpose someday, but I wasn’t... Continue reading