The #ColorMyWorldPledge helps guide each volunteers focus in the lead up to their summer. From the beginning, volunteers are impressed on how important learning the language is. No volunteer needs to be fluent in Spanish to do a humanitarian trip with Color My World, but knowing a few phrases and questions really does make a big difference.

Next, we asked our volunteers to learn a little about the communities that they will be working in, and what the realities of poverty actually are. As you get to know the communities that you will be working with, you will soon realise that a poor GDP does not always equal a low quality of life. The families that you will work alongside understand the meaning of family and community. You will be able to learn so much during your humanitarian trip.

Today we are asking our volunteers to go one step further, and find a way to fundraise for Color My World. Whether collecting items to bring down on your humanitarian trip, or raise funds to help support the projects that Color My World sponsors around the world… we need your help.

By spending time in the lead up to your humanitarian trip fundraising for people around the world, you will be focusing your mind on the true purpose of the trip. If you decide to fundraise, these funds will be used on vital projects around the world. Some of these are, funding of the building of homes in Jiquillo, or the school in Islamabad, Pakistan. Whereas, if you choose to bring items to donate, you will be able to provide much needed items to communities that do not have the affluence to afford such items.

What items can you donate?

Sometimes it can be difficult to know what to collect and donate on a humanitarian trip. Check out some of the tips below from what we have seen volunteered in previous years.

Hygiene kits

Soap, toothpaste, toothbrushes, and sanitary packs are all vital items that many families find difficult to afford in some of the communities we work with.

School kits

Pens, pencils, notepads, and translation cue cards are all items that can make a real difference in a child’s life.

First aid kits

Simple first aid necessities are items that are needed, and can prevent further issues. Band aids, paracetamol, anti-bacterial wipes, are all vital items, no matter where you live.

New born kits

multi vitamins can be vital for expecting mothers. These things are not in large supply in the communities that we work with. Blankets for new borns can also make a real differences for new mothers.

These kits can be simple and easy to gather. Whether you are able to collect 20 kits or 100, each kit will make a real difference to a persons life. Taking the time to fundraise will help you create a stronger connection with the community that you will be working with during your humanitarian trip.

Take the challenge with the #ColorMyWorldPledge, and find time this summer to fundraise.

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This Sunday at 6pm EST, Color My World will be holding a humanitarian trips webinar for anyone interested in learning more about humanitarian trips in 2017. Below are 3 reasons why YOU should join us this Sunday.

Discover A New Culture

Humanitarian work can happen wherever you stand, at home or abroad. Often times however we have to experience a new culture to discover what should be done at home. Throughout the webinar you will hear personal stories and experiences of friends of Color My World in Central America. Hear about how our volunteers have changed from the trip and experiences that they have been a part of.

Uncover The Purpose of Humanitarian Work

From day one every volunteer uncovers the reality of humanitarian work. Rarely is humanitarian work placing the final brick on the house. In every activity though is the human bond between those working hand in hand together. After only moments of working together, the labels of giver and receiver loses its title, as each learns from one another in equal measure.

Find Out How To Get Involved

With 2017 just around the corner, individuals and families are looking to plan their summer vacations right away. By joining the webinar, you will learn about the opportunities available for you next year. With Color My World travelling to three different countries over 7 weeks in the summer of 2017, find the perfect week for you to discover the true meaning of humanitarian work.

Be a part of the webinar this Sunday by clicking here to register online. Don’t miss out on a life changing experience next summer.

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