Zambia
From Orphan Elephants to Education Lilayi Lodge Makes an Impact in the Community
Through three pillars of conservation, Game Rangers International have established the greatest impact upon the landscapes where we focus our projects. Resource Protection focuses on empowering the frontline Rangers who protect wildlife against threats such as poaching as well as protecting the communities and promoting Human-Wildlife Coexistence. Our Wildlife Rescue Programme manages the Elephant Orphanage... Continue reading
Multi-Generational Family Commits to Packing for a Purpose in Kenya
We first became aware of Pack for a Purpose 10 years ago in connection with a safari trip to Botswana and Zambia. Once we learned of the program, we connected that knowledge with the fact that our air carrier, South African Airways, allowed us two free bags each, but our small planes between safari camps... Continue reading
PfaP Travelers Make a Big Impact at More Community Foundation’s Projects
More Community Foundation* (MCF) is a non-profit organisation and the Foundation for the MORE Family Collection group, supporting social development and environmental conservation in Southern Africa in all of the areas in which the MORE Family Collection lodges and hotels operate. All community projects for social development are self-sustainable, as it is our belief that... Continue reading
Educating Girls Ensures the Future
When a young girl first starts menstruating, it can be an exciting time, but also a huge problem regarding her education. Without the proper hygiene products, girls around the world can miss up to a week of school every month, setting them further and further back from male students. Fortunately, for the young women in... Continue reading
From Raleigh to Zambia, Gratitude Takes Flight
Wilderness Safaris states “we believe in creating life-changing journeys” and they certainly changed ours! From the beginning Wilderness Safaris has believed in our mission .The belief of such a high profile and well respected company added much recognition for Pack for a Purpose when we were an unknow entity. We are forever grateful. My... Continue reading
Joy, Generosity, and Gratitude
On every trip where my husband Scott and I Pack for a Purpose, we also like to take a small gift from the two of us for the staff in the camps. This, in addition to the normal tips, is a way to express our special gratitude for the wonderful service and care they provide.... Continue reading
Pizza Packing and PfaP
Tasks shared with friends are always more fun. So when preparing to pack supplies to take to the projects supported by the accommodations we would visit on our trip to Zambia, we were delighted to have the assistance of friends. We will be staying at 3 different camps in the Luangwa Valley, Kafunta River Lodge,... Continue reading
My Journey to Pack for a Purpose Board Service
Kenya 2020 I first came across Pack for a Purpose in 2019, when I was traveling to Mozambique. I stayed in a hotel that had partnered with Pack for a Purpose, and I instantly wished I had come across it sooner. Mozambique, 2019 I am an ethically conscious traveller and a lawyer with more than... Continue reading
My Commitment to My Wife and Our Desire to Help Others Led Me to the PfaP Board
Obi Mukabiko, our safari guide in South Luangwa Zambia, said to me, “What Pack for a Purpose is doing is different. We have many volunteers from The US who come to help us. They always teach our fishermen a different way to fish. The fishermen do it until the volunteers leave, and then they go... Continue reading
Nooree Knows to How to Make a Big Impact!
Pack for a Purpose is a simple idea with a tremendous reach. It allows schools and community centers in developing countries to identify what they need the most, and for travelers to give back by helping address those needs. Travelers can provide as few or as many supplies as they would like – by “Packing... Continue reading