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VISIONS has set the standard for international community service programs for high school students for 35 years. Collaborative service work and cross-cultural living help our teen volunteers understand a complicated world & learn meaningful ways to contribute productively.

Montana Blackfeet

Conservation & Tradition On A Native American Reservation
  • Live on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation, with Glacier National Park as your backdrop.
  • Engage in volunteer projects including carpentry, environmental initiatives, the Child Nutrition Program and animal welfare.
  • Connect with the land through hikes, swimming in mountain streams and camping a night under the stars.
  • Attend traditional cultural events, learn from tribal elders, and open yourself to a powerful experience that will resonate for a lifetime.
  • Check out the Blackfeet itineraries & photo galleries!

montana blackfeet 1

Dates

June 16 - June 23

Length

8 Days

Service hours

30 - 35

Tuition

$3,190

montana blackfeet 2

Dates

June 27 - July 17

Length

21 Days

Service hours

75 - 90

Tuition

$6,490

montana blackfeet 3

Dates

July 22 - August 11

Length

21 Days

Service hours

75 - 90

Tuition

$6,490

Dominican Republic

High-Impact Projects & Vibrant Cultural Immersion (with Spanish)
  • Live in the vibrant small town of Cotui and practice your Spanish with neighbors and local friends.
  • Build school classrooms and help run a popular day camp for local children.
  • Spend off-hours in classic Caribbean style—socializing, laughing, playing games with neighbor kids and practicing Spanish.
  • Spend time at the beach, take short hikes, make local foods, swim and boat at the largest lake in the Caribbean.
  • Check out the D.R. itineraries & photo galleries!

Dominican Republic 1

Dates

June 16 - June 30

Length

15 Days

Service hours

45 - 55

Tuition

$4,790

Dominican Republic 2

Dates

July 4 - July 18

Length

15 Days

Service hours

45 - 55

Tuition

$4,790

Peru

Water Conservation & Indigenous Quechua Immersion (with Spanish)

  • Make your home-away-from home in Urubamba, at the base of the Andes in the stunning Sacred Valley of the Inca.
  • Work with indigenous Quechua farmers on water conservation and irrigation projects Immerse yourself in Spanish practice and delve into workshops on chocolate-making, carpentry, pottery and weaving.
  • Explore rich cultural traditions from soccer to salsa dancing, and uncover the vistas and ancient history of Machu Picchu and other ruins.
  • Check out the Peru itineraries & photo galleries!

Peru 1

Dates

June 16 - June 23

Length

8 Days

Service hours

20 - 25

Tuition

$3,190

PERU 2

Dates

June 27 - July 17

Length

21 Days

Service hours

65 - 80

Tuition

$6,490

PEru 3

Dates

July 22 - August 11

Length

21 Days

Service hours

65 - 80

Tuition

$6,490

I feel like I have a second home. I left with great friends, a sense of accomplishment, and memories to last forever.

Maya R.

We are Mindful

We are family

We are Explorers

Montana Blackfeet

  • Carpentry & Construction Projects
  • Environmental Work With Local Nonprofits
  • Child Nutrition Program, Animal Shelter & Puppy Fostering
  • Sacred Ceremonies & Powwows
  • Historic Tours, Guest Speakers & Workshops
  • Immersion In Blackfeet Ways Of Life
  • Scenic Hikes, Wildlife Sightings & Glacier Views
  • Swimming In Mountain Streams & Overnight Camp
  • Horseback Riding, Rock Climbing & More

Dominican Republic

  • Build School Classrooms & Additions
  • Run A Popular Educational Day Camp
  • Murals, Painting & Maintenance Work
  • Live In A Large Home In A Vibrant Neighborhood
  • Spanish Practice & Day Stay With Host Families
  • Dance Lessons, Games With Kids & More
  • Beach Outing, Swimming & Kayaking In Mangroves
  • Cacao Tour & Chocolate Making
  • Ferry On Caribbean’s Largest Freshwater Lake

Peru

  • Water Conservation Irrigation Projects
  • Adobe Construction At Local Schools
  • Classroom Time With Children
  • Spanish Practice & Day Stay With Host Families
  • Artisan Workshops, Sports & Games With Locals
  • Immersion With Indigenous Quechua People
  • Visit Historic Ruins & Machu Picchu
  • Incan Salt Mines & Colorful Markets
  • Scenic Hikes, Andes Vistas & Sacred Valley Outings
Montana Blackfeet
We are Mindful
  • Carpentry & Construction Projects
  • Environmental Work With Local Nonprofits
  • Child Nutrition Program, Animal Shelter & Puppy Fostering
We are family
  • Sacred Ceremonies & Powwows
  • Historic Tours, Guest Speakers & Workshops
  • Immersion In Blackfeet Ways Of Life
We are Explorers
  • Scenic Hikes, Wildlife Sightings & Glacier Views
  • Swimming In Mountain Streams & Overnight Camp
  • Horseback Riding, Rock Climbing & More
Dominican Republic
We are Mindful
  • Build School Classrooms & Additions
  • Run A Popular Educational Day Camp
  • Murals, Painting & Maintenance Work
We are family
  • Live In A Large Home In A Vibrant Neighborhood
  • Spanish Practice & Day Stay With Host Families
  • Dance Lessons, Games With Kids & More
We are Explorers
  • Beach Outing, Swimming & Kayaking In Mangroves
  • Cacao Tour & Chocolate Making
  • Ferry On Caribbean’s Largest Freshwater Lake
Peru
We are Mindful
  • Water Conservation Irrigation Projects
  • Adobe Construction At Local Schools
  • Classroom Time With Children
We are family
  • Spanish Practice & Day Stay With Host Families
  • Artisan Workshops, Sports & Games With Locals
  • Immersion With Indigenous Quechua People
We are Explorers
  • Visit Historic Ruins & Machu Picchu
  • Incan Salt Mines & Colorful Markets
  • Scenic Hikes, Andes Vistas & Sacred Valley Outings

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