Turkana, Kenya Team

WHEN
Jun 17 2025 - Jul 1 2025
WHERE
Turkana, KE
COST
$2,800 + Excursion

Come join us this summer in Turkana as we partner with Missions of Hope, serving in one of the neediest parts of the world. Turkana is a desert region in Northern Kenya, where some of the oldest tribal communities have lived for thousands of years. You will have the incredible opportunity to make a difference by sharing God’s love in meaningful and tangible ways. You will work in the villages, building new homes made of mud and tree branches for the poorest families. Our team will bring much needed food baskets to the surrounding community. We'll connect with many of the students to share the hope of Christ through special activities like swimming outings, a meaningful boys’ conference, and so much more. Choosing to serve the people of Turkana will impact their life and yours in so many ways. This is a Physically Strenuous trip (see below), however your accommodations are clean, single AC rooms allowing you to escape the heat and get good rest at the end of the day. Your African journey will end with an optional incredible two-day safari in the Masai Mara/Serengeti plains. 

Cost of the Opportunity is $2,800 + Optional Excursion $1,200. Total cost $4,000 (if you choose to do the optional Excursion).

If you choose to sponsor a child in this country you will have the opportunity to meet and spend time with your child--truly a once in a lifetime experience! 

BEFORE YOU APPLY, check out this short information video for requirements and our team agreement. 
Click "Apply Now" to create an account for this web platform that manages everything about this trip, and fill out your application! Please note, that the $100 application fee will be applied towards your total fundraising. Prices are subject to change based on airfare rates.

Physically Vigorous
This trip will likely contain mostly unpaved, very uneven/hilly terrain, lots of walking and some heavy lifting. Rarely comfortable climate, sometimes hot or cold, probably no A/C. Most of the following conditions–uncertainty, odd schedules, emotional stress, long or difficult travel days, culture shock, language barrier, jet lag, uncomfortable accommodations, unfamiliar food. Not recommended for those with serious health conditions (including pregnancy).

19 going

Donate

Kenya
Construction
Children
Nutrition
16+ w/ guardian
Summer
Physically Strenous
Tamara Schlacter

Financial

$2,800.00

Due 6/3/2025

$100.00

$840.00 Milestone 1 Due 3/17/2025
$1,680.00 Milestone 2 Due 4/17/2025
$2,520.00 Milestone 3 - Flights Purchased Due 5/17/2025
$2,800.00 Milestone 4 Due 6/3/2025

Requirements

Prerequisites

  1. Background check required.
  2. Interview required.

Responsibilities

  1. Actively participate in fundraising activity.

Restrictions

  1. Passport Required

Preparation

  1. Once you are accepted, you'll need to complete the Global Compassion training with your team.

Stories

Turkana 2025

By Lisa Henry on 7/8/2025

Turkana, Kenya Team

Kenya will always have a special place in my heart. This trip was m...

Life Changing

By Shannon Teague on 11/29/2024

Turkana, Kenya Team

When God lead me to Eastside Christian Church back in 2016, I never...

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