Program Reviews

If you are ever questioning whether this GIVE is for you, I hope this will help. Going to Thailand was probably the best thing I could’ve done cause it showed me not just how much I can push myself, but also taught me how to be a global citizen. How to respect and learn about cultures and people in the best way possible. GIVE allows you to meet people like you and allows you, no matter how small, to plant a seed of change, not just in the communities that you visit but also in yourself. The world is full of beauty and kindness, you just have to be willing to see it.

I recently returned from a volunteer trip to Thailand, and I can honestly say it was one of the most transformative and enriching experiences of my life. From cultural immersion to learning how to scuba dive, this trip offered a perfect blend of adventure, learning, and community service.
From the moment we arrived, we were warmly welcomed by the local community, and our hosts ensured we were fully immersed in Thai culture. We participated in traditional cooking classes, attended local night markets, and even learned a few basic phrases in Thai. This cultural immersion was not only educational but also allowed us to connect deeply with the locals, gaining a genuine appreciation for their way of life. One of the highlights of the trip was learning how to scuba dive in the stunning waters of Thailand. Our instructors were professional, patient, and passionate about diving, making sure everyone felt comfortable and safe. Exploring the vibrant underwater world was an unforgettable experience, and I left with a newfound love for scuba diving. One of the most rewarding aspects of this trip was the connections made with fellow volunteers and locals. We bonded over shared experiences and created memories that will last a lifetime. The sense of community and camaraderie was truly special, and I left with friendships that I know will continue beyond the trip. If you're looking for a meaningful way to travel, learn, and give back, I highly recommend this opportunity. Thank you to everyone involved for making this journey so unforgettable!

trip was outstanding the give staff was incredible and very knowledgeable. I would travel with the two give staff again. They made the trip fun and exciting. The staff had everything covered from where we went and what time we had to be there. The pace of the trip was very comfortable. I did not feel rushed at all. The food was excellent and I found it was very easy to talk to and very helpful. Some of the other people got home sick and wanted to leave and the two staff girls sat down and persuaded them all to stay.

Such an amazing experience. While the country of Thailand was STUNNING, our guides, locals, and the other volunteers made the trip! I have never met a more warm, loving, and welcoming group of people in my life. All the locals and guides have such big hearts and are so kind to share all of their knowledge with us along with their culture. I have learned so much about myself and how to care and cultivate a rich life in such a short period of time. I’m forever thankful for this organization, place, and group!

Where do I even begin… when describing my trip to Thailand through give it leaves me almost speechless as I reminisce on all the opportunities, lessons, adventures, and feelings I get thinking about it. The guides are such authentic humans who hold so much passion and knowledge for the Thai culture and everything in between. Prior to my trip I’ve never traveled alone, let alone by myself out of the country, but the moment my feet were grounded in chiang mai, I have never felt safer and more present. This trip taught me so much about myself, the environment, Thai culture, human interactions, growth opportunities, and so so many insightful perspectives. I cannot express enough the gratitude I hold towards the give program and all their guides for believing in us and showing us how to truly live open minded and present. I warn you now, once you go, you’ll never want to come back home!!! Take the leap out of your comfort zone and join a give trip… it’s the trip of a lifetime 🫰🏼🫶🏼

This trip was perfect in absolutely every aspect, it was more than I ever expected it to be! They planned out every second of our time and are so organized with each thing we had to do with and amazing timely manner. Each day was filled with new adventures and I enjoyed the layout of the itinerary because it had several exciting experiences for us, but it also provided us with some downtime to relax and reflect on the activities we do and teachings we learn. The guides were one of the best parts of being on this trip because they made each moment special and memorable while also feeding us so much information about their local culture! It was the best part of my life and I would do this time and time again!!!

GIVE is an absolutely incredible organization and you would be silly to chose anyone else. When you travel with GIVE you are fully immersed in the culture, you live and feel like a local. With GIVE you get experiences like no other tourist will ever get, you get to do good by volunteering in your host communities while having fun too! I was transformed by my time in Southeast Asia with GIVE, I got to experience a culture completely different from the one I was raised in a safe and meaningful way. When traveling I became apart of the communities we were volunteering in and I felt like I was family to these communities that had only known me for a few days to weeks and it was so wonderful. GIVE has opened my minded to a whole new world of possibilities, they have shown me through a number of experiences how amazing it can feel going outside your comfort zone - it is there that life truly begins! I urge you if you are unsure or on the edge about traveling with GIVE just do it, take that leap of faith, it will be the best decision you ever make!

GIVE is an absolutely incredible organization and you would be silly to chose anyone else. When you travel with GIVE you are fully immersed in the culture, you live and feel like a local. In Laos you get the amazing opportunity to visit Sop Chem, a beautiful village on the Nam Ou River, it is a wonderful and welcoming community and words will never be enough to describe how amazing and kind the people are. The GIVE Laos program also offers the ability to zip line over the Kaung Sii Falls which are GORGEOUS! We also get to visit Free the Bears and learn about Sun and Moon bear conservation, which as an animal lover was truly awesome. I also was able to learn about the impacts of UXO and the Indochina War on Laos which was very eye opening for me as an American because before that moment I had no idea that Laos has suffered, and continues to suffer at the hands of the United States. One of my all time favorite moments though was hiking a literal mountain and then having hot pot for dinner and getting to camp on said mountain - once and a lifetime experience all thanks to GIVE. So Give GIVE a try, you absolutely will not regret it!!!

This trip was so amazing and life changing. It was so meaningful to travel with GIVE. They are so organized and have the best people working for them. This experience is perfect if you're wanting to immerse yourself in the culture. Throughout my trip I got to learn so much about the communities and how they live. It was also such a good opportunity to grow as a person. Traveling alone is intimidating, especially so far from home. The GIVE guides were so good about helping me to feel more comfortable and confident throughout the trip. I highly recommend traveling with GIVE!

Such an amazing experience, it’s honestly hard to put into words. Give fully immerses you in the cultures you visit and gives you opportunities that you won’t get traveling with anyone else. They push you out of your comfort zone and encourage growth while providing the safe environment needed for it. I 10000% recommend Give to anyone thinking about it. Do it!!! You get to stay in villages and meet the locals. You try new foods and have all of these new experiences. You explore caves and hike mountains. The views are literally insane. My camera role is so full of such amazing pictures. You also get the opportunity to teach English to the children in the village which was such an incredible experience and I already want to go back!