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Hell or High Water in Appalachia

Hell or High Water in Appalachia

Mike and Chantal are four-time VISIONS leader alums who now live in Asheville, NC, and are leading a small nonprofit organization—Hell or High Water—that is working to restore their city post Hurricane Helene.

Tiger Song, 2023 & 2024 VISIONS Alum

Tiger Song, 2023 & 2024 VISIONS Alum

Meet Tiger, a two-time Montana Blackfeet VISIONS alum whose teenage volunteering experience changed his goals for his future. After two teen service trips, he is now refocusing on travel and minority language preservation.

British Virgin Islands: Our Sincere Thanks

British Virgin Islands: Our Sincere Thanks

In summer 2024, VISIONS high school volunteers made a difference through community service projects in the British Virgin Islands. These experiences offer teens the chance to grow, develop empathy, and accomplish impactful work while immersed in new cultures.

Peru: 2024 Service Projects

Peru: 2024 Service Projects

Learn about the community service projects completed by high school students on our 2024 Peru programs. VISIONS volunteer opportunities for high schoolers build character and increase empathy, all while accomplishing challenging work.

The Dominican Republic: 2024 Service Projects

The Dominican Republic: 2024 Service Projects

Explore the meaningful work undertaken by high school students on our VISIONS Dominican Republic 2024 programs! Through challenging service projects, our volunteers build character and expand their understanding of global communities, leaving a lasting impact.