Armeno Pellegrini

Peru Director

Armeno bio pictureArmeno Pellegrini was born and raised in Hershey, Pennsylvania, and spent many summers visiting family in Mexico, developing a passion for travel, the outdoors, and experiencing other cultures. 

Armeno attended Temple University, earning Bachelor’s degrees in Economics and Political Science, as well as a minor in Spanish that was bolstered by studying abroad in Madrid. One of Armeno’s favorite experiences during college was Temple Honors Appalachia, a week-long service immersion trip in Kentucky working with local nonprofits, and getting a precursor to life as a VISIONS leader.

After graduating, Armeno worked in financial services at Vanguard and Prudential before changing directions and moving into the education field. He is currently building a foundation as a substitute teacher at a Philadelphia K-8 public school. When he’s not working, Armeno spends some of his leisure time writing and playing music, biking, hiking, disc golfing and cooking.

Armeno served as a VISIONS leader in 2020 on our previous Montana Farm & Ranch program and returned to VISIONS in 2022 as a leader in Peru. In 2023, he led and directed the British Virgin Islands program, and this summer he’s excited to return to Peru as director. He will be joined by a full leader team and local staff.

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Recent Blog Posts

VISIONS AND THE COLLEGE APPLICATION PROCESS

VISIONS AND THE COLLEGE APPLICATION PROCESS

A volunteer service trip with VISIONS Service Adventures shaped a student’s college application journey and future aspirations. It gave her new perspectives, more to write about than just “fluff”, and exceeded her teenage volunteering expectations.

Spotlight: Tim Parsons, Former VISIONS Leader and Office Staff

Spotlight: Tim Parsons, Former VISIONS Leader and Office Staff

Tim has led VISIONS programs all over the world – Mississippi, Australia, South Carolina, Dominica, Alaska, Montana Blackfeet Indian Reservation and Montana Northern Cheyenne. Today he uses the skills that he developed as a VISIONS team member to enhance his life and others’ around him.

Santos Ramos: The Patron Saint of VISIONS Dominican Republic

Santos Ramos: The Patron Saint of VISIONS Dominican Republic

Meet Santos Ramos, our “Saint” of VISIONS Dominican Republic. Since 1991, Santos has been an integral part of VISIONS, dedicating his life to serving communities, building schools, and providing homes. Read on to discover his remarkable story and lasting impact.