educational supplies
Ricardo’s Story
My wife Tania and I decided to go for the the second time to Zanzibar, but we wanted the trip to be meaningful so we started looking for possible volunteering experiences during our stay. During that search, we found the Pack for a Purpose project. We feel that our experience Packing for a Purpose reflected... Continue reading
Pack for a Purpose Once, Be Inspired to Pack for a Purpose Again
On May 23, Bougainvillea Barbados hosted a group of travel agents, including Brita Grieves with Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc., the CEO of Centre Holidays Carlton Montaut, and 12 agents from Centre Holidays including myself. Our group traveled to Barbados to learn more about the destination. Our group of agents had taken school supplies to Punta... Continue reading
Banyan Tree Branches Out to Join Pack for a Purpose
I am always humbled by the generosity of Pack for a Purpose travelers. We became participants with Pack for a Purpose in April of 2017, and we have already received many supplies for a school in our community from very generous travelers. These children benefit, on occasion, by tourism companies providing food and funds for... Continue reading
Magic in the Mara from PfaP Travelers
A touristic visit in the heart of Africa brings back home unforgettable memories of wildlife sightings, and incredible moments in the wilderness of Kenya. Guests enjoy the delicious meals cooked at the camps, the adventurous safaris across the plains, the thrilling visits of the Maasai villages and the casual relaxing moments at the camps. There... Continue reading
Linda’s Story
Do you ever bring gifts for your hosts when you travel and then luxuriate in the emptiness of your case on the way home? We had the exceptional good luck to run across Pack for a Purpose before we left on our last trip to Namibia. Our gifts for our hosts filled every nook and... Continue reading
Shayla’s Story
I was thrilled to meet Rebecca and Scott at the WashU Alumni event. When she told us about Pack for a Purpose, I was honored to be able to support her organization on our upcoming trip to Cancun. Rebecca put me in contact with Ismerai Martinez of the Sandos project.Over the next several weeks,... Continue reading
Dario’s Story
I knew the twin island nation of Antigua and Barbuda were hit hard by Hurricanes Irma and Maria and I wanted to do something to help. After doing some research I found Pack for a Purpose. I chose this organization because they provided me with a list of exactly what was needed and I felt... Continue reading
Oceans of Generosity from PfaP Travelers Delivered to Ocean Club Resorts Turks & Caicos
The island of Providenciales, Turks and Caicos is a true community in every aspect of the word. Warmth is not only felt from the consistent sunshine all year round but also from the sense of fellowship displayed by each person who calls the island home. It is with this sense of togetherness and love for... Continue reading
PfaP Supplies Support Science at Shiva Shakti School in Nepal
Tiger Mountain Pokhara Lodge in Nepal joined Pack for a Purpose in 2010. With the recent increases in tourism to Nepal, we are seeing a great boost to the supplies for our local schools – currently our focus is on Shiva Shakti Primary School. Our tourist season runs from September to June and, since September... Continue reading
Journey to Jamaica Impactful for PfaP Travelers
My husband and I have visited the Caribbean many times over the last 20 years. These beautiful islands and the people who call them home are very special to us. While planning our trip to Jamaica last year, we decided that it would be nice to find a way to give back to these communities... Continue reading