Comments on: Philanthropy for the Adventurer: Making a Difference in Unusual Ways

By: petey

petey — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 15:33:05 +0000

I highly recommend Habitat for Humanity International’s Global Village trips…one or two week building vacations to any of the 86 countries where HFH builds. Want even more adventure? You don’t need to be an HFH employee to lead one yourself. Check it out at http://www.habitat.org/gv/

By: Vic

Vic — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 04:26:13 +0000

I like the article and details for some ideas. Your article still leaves me in the dark about this issue finding the right organization or group that will get me there.
What if you have little to no money, but are really wanting to leave and make a difference somewhere else?

By: Leland

Leland — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:17:00 +0000

How about this: Join the Peace Corps (linked to in the related posts, but not mentioned). I finished up 2 years of service last year. It’s a hell of a lot more adventure than a short trip and not for everyone, but will be worth it when you’re done.

By: Keller

Keller — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 02:39:50 +0000

Great article. I’ve been wanting to summit Kilamanjaro for a while and this sounds like the perfect way to do it. Unfortunately I have only found charity organizations from the UK, which means flying through Heathrow, and the extra expense of getting there. Also, JustGiving is UK based and I would have to pay a transactional fee to use their services from the US. Does anyone know of similar charity challenges that would be simpler to use from the US and/or a fundraising website that permits credit/debit donations in addition to paypal?

By: Gianpaolo Pietri

Gianpaolo Pietri — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 18:15:21 +0000

Great story! I have been on many adventures and climbs in my life (none quite like this), but until now have done it mostly for myself, for pride, and accomplishment. From now on, I will do it for others as well …
A friend of mine is heading on an expedition to Mexico in a few months, and I have sent him the article to get him inspired. Hopefully it’s not too late. Maybe he can upgrade his trip and incorporate some sort of charitable cause as a part of his trip.
Thanks again for the article. I know I will be referring back to it, especially when my next opportunity for adventure comes around.