It’s not too late to apply! We extended the application deadline- we still have a few spots to fill! An adventure awaits you in Swaziland!             Swaziland is like no place on earth. Visitors are stunned by the lush, mountainous beauty of a country said to die out by 2050. While tragic truth hides behind the stark beauty of the African hills, you can help bring hope to this land. No country on earth has been more devastated by AIDS. With the highest rate of infection in the world, the disease has affected almost every family in...

            An adventure awaits you in Haiti! Even before the 2010 earthquake, Haiti was the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere.        Now, the rubble of crushed homes still lies everywhere. Unable to rebuild their homes, many Haitians live in tent cities that sprawl across the country, even in the medians of roads.  The Haitian economy lies in ruins as well. Eighty percent of the population falls under the poverty line, and many rely on foreign aid for food because they do not have enough money. People live in...

An adventure awaits you in Washington, DC!             Millions visit our nation’s capital every year to learn about this country’s history. But just beyond the monuments, a city lies crumbling.  Every day we see images of Washington, DC on TV. Leaders cast the vision for America’s future. Historians study and preserve her past. Landmarks and modern museums dot tourist maps, offering millions of citizens and foreign visitors alike a glimpse into what makes America unique.   If these sightseers looked just beyond the monuments,...

An adventure awaits you in Chicago!             Just beyond the glamour of the Magnificent Mile, hearts lie in ruin. Millions of guests visit the Windy City each year to experience the shopping, restaurants, and world famous landmarks. The famous elevated trains rumble above bustling streets that still retain the welcoming feel of a Midwestern community. Chicago’s warm, friendly atmosphere makes it a popular destination for tourists and businesses alike. The most diverse region in the Midwest, Chicago boasts over 200 ethnic and language groups. From the...

An adventure is waiting for you in Western Pennsylvania!             Just an hour outside of the bustling city of Pittsburgh lies a small town fighting for its life. Tucked in a valley between the Appalachian Mountains, the mining community of Johnstown, Pennsylvania struggles to survive. Throughout its history, tragic floods have repeatedly devastated the valley, killing thousands and driving residents and employers alike to higher ground. Recent economic growth has hinted at a recovery in Johnstown, but this area faces an uphill climb. Almost 20 percent of...

An adventure awaits you in Atlanta!             What do Coca-Cola, Six Flags, and heartbreak all have in common? Atlanta. Atlanta’s explosive growth has brought a tourist economy and exciting attractions to northern Georgia, including the world’s biggest aquarium. But that same growth also presents challenges for this city. Homelessness, drug use, and crime take young people away from the futures they could have. Large refugee populations struggle to fit in in a city known for its Southern hospitality. The forgotten people here...