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In early 2012, we were planning a trip to Tanzania for safari. My wife and I had been to South Africa previously and knew about the weight restrictions for luggage on the small planes. When we found out about Pack for a Purpose and there extensive network for collecting donations of school supplies, we were... Continue reading

I heard about Pack for a Purpose from a friend and decided to check it out as my husband and I would be in Namibia in December, 2012. Sure enough there was a drop off site near Windhoek so I asked my teacher friends if they had any supplies they would like to donate. We... Continue reading

It is so inspiring to know that there are so many people in the world dedicated to bettering the lives of their fellow man. I love to share and help those in need, as I am grateful for the many times I have found a caring hand when I needed one myself. Love is what... Continue reading

The Sandals Foundation is always seeking corporate entities and individuals to partner with on education, community and environmental projects that will contribute to the positive development of the Caribbean region. Founded in 2009, the Sandals Foundation – the brainchild of Sandals Resorts International’s CEO, Adam Stewart – is a culmination of 30 years of corporate... Continue reading

One of the most rewarding aspects of my position with Luxury Link is serving as the day-to-day contact with our incredible non-profit partner, Pack for a Purpose. Over the past year I’ve had the privilege of working closely with the organization’s founder Rebecca Rothney, learning about the simple yet profound way PfaP connects travelers with... Continue reading

The Leading Hotels of The World “Pack for a Purpose” in Cape Town By Rebecca Rothney The process started in March with an email and culminated in November with incredible joy for the children of Cape Town South Africa! Jennifer Oberstein, the Senior Director of Communications at The Leading Hotels of the World (LHW), sent... Continue reading

Over the past year, guests of The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul have enthusiastically donated over 110 pounds of supplies, clothing, and toys to students at Dinçba Elementary School through Pack for a Purpose. This has been an easy and meaningful way for our guests to add value to their travels and make a Big Impact for the... Continue reading

Since our partnership in March 2012, the Interim CEO Julie Bell, the President Diane McDavitt and three other employees at our partner Luxury Link all packed for a purpose when they travelled for business and pleasure. They travelled to Costa Rica, Mexico, Cambodia and India bringing a total of over 45 kilos of requested supplies... Continue reading

The generosity of Cheryl Wallace and her husband James first came to my attention from the Facebook page of the Inn at Robert’s Grove. This wonderful couple took three full suitcases of supplies for the projects. The following is an account of their PfaP experience in Cheryl’s words. By Cheryl Wallace My Husband and I... Continue reading

Generous guests travelling to the Galapagos Islands aboard Ecoventura Yachts brought much needed supplies for the two projects supported by the company, New Era Galapagos Foundation and Alejandro Alvear School. The New Era Galapagos Foundation runs art, eco scout and English activities for children and adults living on San Cristobal Island in the Galapagos. During... Continue reading