Charitable Giving
Deltaversary Makes a Big Impact in Barbados
In keeping with their mission to service, all 18 initiated members of Gamma Alpha Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. traveled to the O2 Beach Club in Barbados to celebrate their 35th year anniversary, commonly referred to as a Deltaversary. From across the United States, every member donated a plethora of requested school supplies... Continue reading
The Webb Family Story
In October 2023, my husband and I participated in the Pack for a Purpose program when we visited Botswana from Australia. We were staying at Muchenje Safari Lodge and visited Mabele Primary School. We were beautifully welcomed by the Deputy Principal and many of the schools’ students. We delivered a range of items as per... Continue reading
When You Pack for a Purpose, Every Trip You Take Will Begin and End with Gratitude
This blog, originally published in 2020, has been updated. While the theme remains timeless, the details are current. There is much discussion about three 3G networks, 4G networks, and 5G networks. 5G Networks are touted to be better and faster. This may well be the case with cell phones. However, at Pack for a Purpose,... Continue reading
Safarilink’s Remarkable Journey with Pack for a Purpose
We are thrilled to unfold the inspiring narrative of Safarilink’s exceptional partnership with Pack for a Purpose—a journey that has kindled hope, fostered boundless generosity, and ignited profound positive change within local Kenyan communities. Generosity Soars to New Heights At the heart of Safarilink, Kenya’s premier safari airline, beats a resolute commitment to making a... Continue reading
The Kreis Family Story
We are the Kreis Family! Myself, husband Michael, and our two sons Landon and Anderson Kreis all got to participate with Pack for a Purpose this October 2023. Six years ago, my youngest son Anderson created a yearly food drive for our local food bank in Arlington, TN. For the past two years, after collecting... Continue reading
Guests of Hornbill Treks and Safaris choose to Pack for a Purpose and Leave a Legacy
Just moments from the tranquil shores of Lake Victoria in the village of Kigo, Uganda, a small secondary school buzzes with life. Students chatter as they are dismissed for the day, notebooks tucked under their arms. Someone pumps water from the school’s borehole, a steady stream flowing into their vibrant yellow jerrycan. Several students drift... Continue reading
Eagle Scout Soars by Packing for a Purpose in The Bahamas
When it was time for me to start working on my Eagle Scout service project my family and I began tossing around different ideas. My dad suggested a toy drive for underprivileged children and that got me searching on the internet for ideas. I came across Pack for a Purpose and was inspired by their... 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