Fairbanks Alaska

Even though Alaska isn't an international destination, we include it in our international lineup because the itinerary is structured more like an international location than a domestic one.

Alaska stands as America's final frontier—beautiful, rugged, and maybe even a little dangerous to many. But for those few who call Alaska home, hardship is frequently knocking at the door, especially for the elderly. The weather can be extreme at times. There's historical tension of different cultures living in close proximity and a surprising number of homeless people (especially teenagers.) Living as an Alaskan citizen can be much different than what a tourist may experience, and we have the opportunity to help make these citizens' quality of life better and more comfortable.

Dates and Pricing

Lodging

Groups will lodge at Globe Creek Camp, a Christian camp located 50 minutes north of Fairbanks. Globe Creek Camp has 4 dormitory cabins, with the ability to host 40 participants. Globe Creek Camp has modern facilities, including a large kitchen, indoor bathrooms and showers, running HOT water, as well as separate staff and cook cabins.

How You’ll Serve

Here are examples of the types of projects you might be involved with:

• Perform upkeep and maintenance at the camp, staff youth retreats for local Fairbanks children
• Repair and maintenance projects, debris removal, and cleanup for low-income households in Fairbanks
• Visit and work at a rural homestead
• Work alongside a local ministry that serves native Alaskan populations

Our Partners

Mazatlan Missions, founded in 2016, serves to impact lives and communities through global partners, holistic projects, and short-term volunteers transformed by each unique service-leadership cultural experience. Specifically, they coordinate the efforts of short-term service with long-term local leaders to accomplish projects that impact communities. Please fill out an interest form, or contact James with Mazatlan Missions at (719) 640-4844.

Our main ministry partnership is with Globe Creek Camp, a local Christian camp north of Fairbanks, and our teams participate in many different types of service for upkeep of their property. We also partner with local churches and ministries, participating in Vacation Bible School, fellowship with their youth/adults, as well as other community outreach projects.

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What's Included