JAMAICA
Feb. 16-22, 2021
Experience serving youth at Robin’s Nest Children's Home. Robin’s Nest is a place of healing as many of the children have experienced malnourishment, neglect and abuse in their past.
Volunteers with a heart for serving children will serve in various capacities, including:
- Assisting pod parents with cleaning and chores
- Light construction projects and repairs on Robin’s Nest grounds and facilities
- Assisting preschool and elementary school teachers
Trip Dates: Feb. 16-22, 2021
Estimated Trip Cost: $1,400* (*not final trip cost due to airline price fluctuations and other factors)
Trips open to: Those 18 and older may apply. Looking to bring a minor-aged child? Email for more info.
Application deadline: Nov. 16, 2020
July 6-12, 2021
Experience serving youth at Robin’s Nest Children's Home. Robin’s Nest is a place of healing as many of the children have experienced malnourishment, neglect and abuse in their past.
Volunteers with a heart for serving children will serve in various capacities, including:
- Assisting pod parents with cleaning and chores
- Light construction projects and repairs on Robin’s Nest grounds and facilities
- Assisting preschool and elementary school teachers
Trip Dates: July 6-12, 2021
Estimated Trip Cost: $1,500* (*not final trip cost due to airline price fluctuations and other factors)
Trips open to: Those 18 and older may apply. Looking to bring a minor-aged child? Email for more info.
Application deadline: April 6, 2021
Note: For the health and safety of all, all proposed mission trips are tentative. Participants will be notified of any cancellations due to COVID-19.
Questions? Contact Global Missions Coordinator lyndsay.thrane@hopewdm.org or 515-222-1520.
FAQs
How do we get there?
Members of the mission team fly into Montego Bay, Jamaica. They will be greeted at the airport by representatives from Robin’s Nest and transported by van 45 minutes north to the Nest.
Where do we stay?
On-site lodging at the Nest is available to accommodate teams.
What does the cost include?
The total cost covers airfare, food and lodging.
Passport, vaccination costs, food while travelling and souvenirs are additional.
What travel documents are needed?
A current U.S. passport is required. Click here for more information on acquiring a passport.
What immunizations do I need?
Currently there are no required vaccinations for travel into Jamaica. Please consult your physician on recommended vaccinations. Click here for more information about travel vaccinations.
When are payments due?
A $500 non-refundable deposit is due upon registration. Please note that two months before departure, at least 50 percent of the trip total must be paid. One month prior to departure, trip must be paid in full.