Travel with Purpose

Hear from Cheryl Bradford, the Co-Founder of Faithful Servant Missions (FSM) focuses on breaking the cycle of poverty through education and recognizing the importance of education and English for future employment opportunities for those in the community. FSM welcomes volunteers, individuals, or teams to come alongside in support of the local schools. They offer lodging and local cuisine for an au...

Christopher Hill - Hands Up Holidays https://handsupholidays.com/belize/ 🎧 Episode Title: Expanding Horizons: Travel That Transforms with Christopher Hill of Hands Up Holidays 🌍 Podcast: Travel With Purpose In this powerful episode, Aileen sits down with Christopher Hill, the visionary founder of Hands Up Holidays — a luxury travel company with a mission to change lives through purpose-driven tr...

Tara Patten W. A founding Board member with Soles by Grace shares her story of traveling to Kenya as a volunteer. Here her  Aileen Hale introduces Tara Patten Weisner, a founding board member and volunteer for the non-profit organization, Souls by Grace. Tara shares how she got involved with the organization after being inspired by the founder's trip to Kenya and desire to help provide shoes a...

Shannon Farley, the Founder of Soles by Grace, shares her story of how she discovered the need for shoes to make a tremendous difference in children’s lives. They are partnering with Badda Shoes, a shoe company in Kenya, to grant Soles by Grace 175 pairs of shoes to reinvest in their community.  Not only do shoes allow kids to attend school, but they also gives them dignity. Join in, for just $10,...

“You go down thinking you’re going to help, but what you see is the contentment that they have …” If you get a chance to go…GO!! Go with an open mind. You’ll say you’re doing it for them, but it’s the best thing you’ll do for YOU! It’s one thing to go on a vacation, its so much more to go with a purpose - of doing something for someone else – you learn so much about yourself and you gain so much m...

Listen to Julie Proctor, a Founder of Manos de Fe, share her journey of starting this nonprofit organization, supporting an indigenous people group in Panama. She describes the extreme conditions of poverty and the need for an orphanage. Your involvement can make a huge difference in these childrens’ lives, bringing hope and encouragement for their futures.   They will use your gifts and passions...

Hi! this is the description for tomorrow's episode: Hear from Natasha, the President of Stella, a nonprofit organization based in N. Macedonia. Natasha shares ways Stella advocates for women’s empowerment and safety. Several co-founders are Fulbright Alumni, involved in organizing educational workshops and overseeing their flagship mentorship program.  Learn ways you can get involved and becom...

Listen to Salija, the Founder of the Roma Women’s Rights Initiative in N. Macedonia share ways they are helping the Roma women and girls with education and advocating for their rights. She shares the challenges many face, living in poor conditions without electricity.  They work to counteract such systemic problems. Listen and learn ways you may support their vision for basic human rights and empo...

Donor Guidance Director Dora Zuniga   ; Project Amigo helps students in the state of Colima, Mexico achieve the education necessary that improves their quality of life and that of their community.        Education and literacy are powerful keys to enabling a brighter future for the world’s children, who in turn benefit the nations they live in. For nearly three decades, Project Amigo has helped ru...

Hear from George & Will, volunteers from the UK, working in Roatan through Project Trust. They share their experience volunteering for a year with PIER: Partners in Education Roatan. The school where they’ve been volunteering models the impact of teaching English over the year to the kids. “You grow so much personally, while meaningfully impacting others. I’ve learned more in 1 year than 5 yea...

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Projects that Rotary is doing on island - with Book distribution to schools and renovation of Hope Haven (orphanage); delivery of wheelchairs.....more to come #RotaryInternational; #Rotaryclubofambergriscaye

As a musician, Rachel offered to host a concert, as a fundraising effort for hurricane victims. The funds raised through Episcopal Relief and Development will be distributed to hurricane victims who are still struggling - months later - to rebuild their lives. Listen to her powerful story of “saying YES” to make a difference with the gifts you are given.  Event: January 18, 2025 at Ch Episcopal Re...

Steve Frantzich, President of Books for International Goodwill (BIG), shares the history, purpose and milestones of this organization. Books for International Goodwill's primary purpose is to provide books to underserved populations in the U.S. and abroad. They send "a library in a box" with 16,000 books in a container. The ultimate goal is to increase literacy and improve living conditions. They’...

Ms. Torres shares the socio-economic challenges that this school addresses.  The school was built over marshes and lagoons in support of a community that had no access to school. She shares how volunteers play a vital role in supporting students’  academic progress in their community. They welcome volunteers, so join us in a retreat or on your own, to make a difference. 

As a Retreat Coordinator, Inna Bell interviews Aileen Hale to learn the story behind her Travel with Purpose Podcast. LIsten to the “how and why’ behind Travel with Purpose. Discover the background…and Dr. Hale shares the history of how she has led purposeful retreats. With so many options, why not consider a “retreat with a purpose” - choose from Belize to Roatan, Honduras, and El Salvador. Each...

Watermark Belize Hotel believes that every guest has the power to make a positive impact. Their philanthropic initiative offers more than just a Belize vacation; it’s an opportunity for meaningful contribution to their community. Discover the three programs that empower you to create lasting change in the lives of locals during your Belize getaway. Pack for a Purpose! https://thewatermarkbelize.co...

At Watermark Belize Hotel, we believe that every guest has the power to make a positive impact. Through a commitment to the San Pedro communities and participation in the Muy’Ono Resorts’ Travel Better initiative, your stay becomes more than just a Belize vacation; it’s an opportunity for meaningful contribution. Discover the three programs that empower you to create lasting change in the lives of...

Hear from Anne Marie Moquin, Founder & Executive Director of Beaches Go Green, which focuses on Environmental education and awareness.  . She was inspired to start this organization from viewing the film The Plastic Ocean. Anne Marie is a testimony to how someone who cares, can do something about it and truly make a difference! Learn ways you too can contribute and engage in educational activi...

Holy Cross has  launched a vocational training initiative, starting with culinary skills, to expand vocational training on the island. aiming to have a transformative impact in their community.   https://www.spicebz.com  

El Salvador's Hope is a ministry dedicated to reaching the children and families in El Salvador. They address the needs of the poorest communities and those in the streets of San Salvador. www.elsalvadorshope.org

Listen to an expert retreat leader, coach, and mentor Jen Mons dive into types of retreats and ways to design retreats with community service, as a key feature.  Jen supports women through teaching a ‘retreat blueprint’. She mentions the importance of outsourcing expertise. Create-connections.net customizes retreats & trips, working alongside nonprofits to build community.  Follow us and learn...

Hear from Pedro Salazar, about the impacts of Amigos del Mar, in Tierra Bomba, Colombia. Listen to ways they are making great differences in this community, offering English, surfing, other activities to transform lives. They create numerous opportunities for the future of these children and their families. Come volunteer to see first-hand; or contribute from afar. https://amigosdelmar.org