Where travel meets philanthropy.
An international US-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
OUR MISSION
We inspire adventure travelers into leadership by co-creating mutually beneficial service projects with global communities.
Our current projects are addressing problems caused by the changing climate.
Let us redefine travel for you.
We envision a world where travelers lead and collaborate with communities worldwide on meaningful projects.
Together, we forge a vibrant, inclusive community driven by adventure and the desire to make a real difference.
Through collective action, we empower, transform, and connect across borders, fostering growth and sustainable impact.
United by diverse journeys, we invite all to join us in creating a better world.
#travelwithpurpose
CURRENT PROGRAMS
MONGOLIA: Steward the Earth
$15,756 raised
Strengthen the sustainability of nomadic culture through environmental activism through artistic social awareness of land stewardship.
Volunteer: Team up with locals to plant trees, clean up rubbish, and create educational art & media in nature.
Adventure: Explore the Mongolian countryside on horseback and enjoy homestays in yurts.
Duration: 12 days
Next trip: August 13-24, 2024
NEPAL: Empower Women
$52,328 raised
Develop climate resilience in mountainous communities by providing supplies and agricultural training for greenhouses.
Volunteer: Support families in the lower Everest region in the goal of having one greenhouse per household.
Adventure: Fully supported high-altitude trekking and sleeping in local teahouses & homestays
Duration: 12 days
Next trip: November 17-26, 2024
PATAGONIA: Enroot Sustainability
$89,007 raised
Bolster ecological resilience and economic autonomy through integrated school education and community workshops.
Volunteer: Build community infrastructure for hands-on education of local agroecology.
Adventure: Self-supported backpacking and sleeping at campsites & eco-hostels
Duration: 12 days
Next trip: 2025 (TBD)
PERU: Transition to Clean Energy
$10,503 raised
Educate partners about the environmental, social, and economic benefits of transitioning to clean energy.
Volunteer: Work with communities to build up renewable energy solutions.
Adventure: Supported backpacking and sleeping at campsites & eco-hostels.
Duration: 12 days
Next trip: 2025 (TBD)
Empowering Travelers to Make a Difference
Trek Relief started as a personal fundraiser and grew into a nonprofit. An impassioned traveler witnessed a valley damaged by an earthquake in 2016 and started organizing treks to help the survivors and gather support and money.
Now, we encourage and motivate travelers like you to join meaningful adventures that raise funds and make a difference.
We invite you to join us on a journey—as a participant, Trip Leader, or Program Creator.
WHAT WE’VE ACCOMPLISHED
Since then, we've used this fundraising model around the world for different projects.
24
VOLUNTEER TREKS
7
PROGRAMS
5
COUNTRIES
Our connections with local communities have led to:
8,000
PPE UNITS DISTRIBUTED
5,000
EMERGENCY HOT MEALS SERVED
500
COVID VACCINES PROVIDED
116
EARTHQUAKE-IMPACTED FAMILIES SUPPORTED
50
NATIVE TREES PLANTED
75
GREENHOUSES BUILT
5
RURAL HEALTH CENTERS EQUIPPED
2
HEALTH SCREENING EVENTS HELD
2
NATIONAL PARKS CLEANED UP
1
RECYCLING POINT INSTALLED
1
COMMUNITY GARDEN GROWN
2
SCHOOLS BUILT
This is all thanks to:
1,321
DONORS
153
FUNDRAISERS
179
TREKKERS
573,040 USD
USEFUL FUNDS RAISED
How it works
We welcome adventurers to join our compassionate journeys that support local projects created by communities.
How to join
STEP 1
Sign up for an upcoming trip to secure your spot.
STEP 2
Contribute to the trip fundraising goal with the options below.
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Fundraise
Get started in seconds with Zeffy, using our pre-written templates.
Also consider hosting a fundraiser on Facebook (Meta) or Instagram.
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Give
Donate directly to our fundraisfng goal, fee-free on Zeffy.
Check if your employer matches donations or volunteer hours.
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Serve
Accrue credit toward our trips by supporting our nonprofit operations.
Our nonprofit is run by the helpful hands of skilled supporters like you.
PREVIOUS PROGRAMS
PATAGONIA: The Free School of Permaculture
$27,698 raised
Trek Relief is currently fundraising to support Alma Verde's beautiful mission to construct a free school to teach permaculture practices. This project aims to build an eco-friendly educational space for sharing ecological, economical, and sustainable living practices, ensuring a healthier planet for future generations.
NEPAL: COVID-19 Pandemic Relief
$27,603 Raised
Even as global travel came to a halt, our passion for making a difference remained strong. In 2021, our Founder, Candice Young, organized an online fundraiser and matched donations to aid in the distribution of hot meals, food stocks, and medical supplies during Nepal's time of greatest need.
LANGTANG VALLEY: Rebuild a School
$134,281 raised
During the 14 treks that we led into the earthquake-stricken valley, we constructed homes and orphanages and completely rubbled and funded the rebuild of a 5-classroom school. Today, Komin Shyamey Wangphel Secondary School stands proudly in Syabrubesi, three years later.
EVEREST: Provide Medical Aid
$61,768 raised
We organized a 2-day health camp and raised funds to purchase medical equipment, including the first dental chair in the region, for the Salyan Primary Healthcare Center and 3 health posts in Solukhumbu, Nepal. Later, we trekked to Everest Base Camp and celebrated our achievements.
“Traveling with Trek Relief helps you feel more connected to the country and its people...and gives you an experience you would not otherwise be able to have on your own.”