The visions blog

Dig deeper into stories of friendships, community and projects.

Spotlights: Alum, Leaders & Partners

Our community has grown with each passing year, beginning in rural Pennsylvania and quickly extending across the globe. In this series, we glimpse into the lives of some of the people who make up the diverse VISIONS community and hear how VISIONS fits into their bigger picture.

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Spotlight: Spotlight: Jack M., A 2024 VISIONS BVI Alum

Spotlight: Spotlight: Jack M., A 2024 VISIONS BVI Alum

Jack was joined us over the summer on our final community service program for teens in the BVI. He and a friend have organized a non-profit that collects and distributes tools to communities in need. He hopes to send tools to the BVI as a thank you for the wonderful time he had during his stay.

Spotlight: Anni Lindenberg Knox, VISIONS Leader Alum

Spotlight: Anni Lindenberg Knox, VISIONS Leader Alum

Anni Lindenberg Knox led VISIONS programs in Costa Rica, Ecuador, Montana and The Dominican Republic from 2003 through 2006. Her experience as a summer leader inspired her to continue her education and make it into her career.

Spotlight: Torin Young, 2024 VISIONS Montana Blackfeet Alum

Spotlight: Torin Young, 2024 VISIONS Montana Blackfeet Alum

Torin, a recent alum, reflects back on his community service program for high school students on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation in Montana, and how it has influenced his decision to explore a career in public policy.

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.

Nolan & Barry, A VISIONS Love Story

Nolan & Barry, A VISIONS Love Story

Nolan & Barry met during Leader Training in Bozeman before heading out to separate summer program locations. They were married just two years later. Now with two kids in Austin, they reflect on their journey with VISIONS, sharing insights on love, leadership and the impact of meaningful experiences.

Spotlight: Greg Rolland, VISIONS Leader Alum

Spotlight: Greg Rolland, VISIONS Leader Alum

Greg’s passion for the outdoors and cross-cultural service culminated in becoming a leader on our first Alaska summer program in 1995. He looks back on the early days, projects they completed and people he met.