Have you been hearing us talk about the 2023 trip to Burundi and wondering how to go with us?
If so, you are in the right place to learn more about the 2023 trip to Burundi!
Our trip to Burundi, one of the smallest countries in Africa, will be 7/14-7/23. The majority of the population lives in rural areas which has led to deforestation (overpopulation), soil erosion and habitat loss. Burundians experience a great deal of poverty, corruption, poor access to healthcare, education and hunger. In fact, the World Happiness Report of 2018 ranked Burundi as the world’s least happy nation. Join us on this medical mission trip as we bring joy and the love of Jesus to the people of Burundi.
Here is a list of facts about the trip. We hope it will help you decide whether to join us! Of course, if you have any more questions don’t hesitate to contact us via email.
How much does it cost to join the 2023 trip to Burundi? Do I have to pay the entire amount to secure my spot?
The cost for our Burundi trip is $2700. Half of the balance is due 5/5/23, and the rest is due by 6/30/23. Additionally, there is a $100 application fee.
What does this trip’s cost cover?
The cost of each of our trips include meals, travel, and accommodations. If a tourism day is built into the trip, travel is included. Volunteers are responsible for the cost of souvenirs or other optional activities they wish to pursue.
Unlike most other short-term mission trip organizations, volunteers are not responsible to cover any administration fees. Every single cent you pay goes towards the costs of the trip itself.
How old do I have to be to participate in the 2023 trip to Burundi?
For liability purposes, you must be 18 years or older to participate in the 2023 trip to Burundi.
What are my responsibilities while attending this trip?
All we ask is that you are willing to serve as a unified team member and are willing to be flexible. We assign roles and discuss more specific trip responsibilities during our first team meeting which will be held via Zoom video conference. Additionally, we ask each participant to attend all team meetings, be on time during the trip, and attend all trip activities.
What type of documentation do I need to provide to attend the 2023 trip to Burundi?
All participants need to provide a passport with 2 blank pages and at least 6 months expiration date past return date of trip (7/23/23), a clear color copy of your passport, 2 additional passport photos, and a visa. (This will be discussed during our first team meeting).
Doctors and dentists must provide a clear copy of their medical degrees, certificate or evidence of completing internships, CV, a reference letter from employer, and a copy of their current medical license. Nurses must provide a clear copy of their nursing degree, nursing license, a resume, a reference letter from their employer, and an official transcript.
Are there any vaccines or other medical requirements to participate?
All volunteers are required to get a yellow fever vaccine before they can obtain their visas. We also recommend you consider getting measles, Hepatitis A and oral typhoid vaccines, as well as prescription medication to prevent malaria.
Are there any other requirements that I should know about this trip?
Yes. We do require a background check, and you sign a waiver.
I need help raising funds for the 2023 trip to Burundi. Can you help me?
Yes! Check out this blog post and this one for some tips on raising funds, and don’t forget to download our free fundraising template!
Where can I learn more about your organization?
You can learn about us and our heart for mission work by watching this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W907K9k5KXo
You can also learn more about us on our About page and our FAQ page.
Where can I find your application for this trip?
You can find the application for the 2023 trip to Burundi on this page.
I can’t attend the 2023 trip to Burundi, but would like to support it financially. How do I do that?
You can donate directly towards this trip by clicking here!
We hope this gives you more information about our 2023 trip to Burundi, and we hope you will join us this July! Click here to submit your application.
