After two summers on the Montana Blackfeet Reservation, a VISIONS alum launched a global initiative to preserve endangered languages and cultural identity through interviews, research, and collaboration.
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Spotlight: Amy Liszt, VISIONS Alumni and Parent
A 1993 VISIONS Montana alum shares how service work, Salish and Kootenai cultural immersion, and deep community bonds shaped her values, career in education, and commitment to volunteerism—and inspired her daughter to join VISIONS decades later.
Spotlight: Sufi Kreismann, 2025 VISIONS Dominican Republic Alum
A teen volunteer reflects on her life-changing summer with VISIONS in the Dominican Republic—immersing in local culture, building community, working with kids, and discovering new confidence in her future path.
Your VIA: How Teens Turn Service Into Purpose With VISIONS
VISIONS new VIA—Vision, Impact, Action—helps teens turn summer service into lasting purpose. Through reflection, real-world projects, and a tech-free environment, students gain confidence, clarity, and direction long after the program ends.
In Their Own Words: VISIONS Summer Testimonials
Hear directly from VISIONS teens and parents about the impact of their summer—meaningful community service, deep friendships, tech-free connection, and moments that shaped who they’re becoming. These reflections capture the heart of the VISIONS experience.
What Teens Accomplished This Summer with VISIONS
This summer, VISIONS teens made a meaningful difference through hands-on service and deep community partnerships in Montana, the Dominican Republic, and Peru. From homebuilding to water conservation, these projects highlight the impact young people can have when they step into real-world work.
