June 4, 2023 - July 23, 2023

Waco, TX

  • Mixed Group, Youth Trip
  • Small Urban
  • 15 Passenger Mini Bus

June 4, 2023 - July 23, 2023

Waco, TX

Starting at

$269
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Work alongside existing organizations to care for the vulnerable and diverse people groups within an urban environment.

About Waco

Your group will partner with a variety of social service organizations who combat the local effects of poverty and food insecurity. These partners come alongside education initiatives through youth programming, provide resources for those experiencing homelessness, and support food sustainability efforts in the city of Waco. You will hear from a community friend about the strengths and struggles of this Central Texas community.During the evenings, you’ll get to explore downtown Waco, attend a local Hispanic church service, visit the famous Magnolia Market and celebrate the week with new friends. YouthWorks has partnered with this community starting in 2020.

Please note: All information regarding service and community engagement activities are subject to change. We are actively working to identify community engagement and service opportunities in consideration of COVID.

Serving in Waco

  • Partner with local organizations to meet ongoing needs in the community.
  • Serve through community beautification projects, gardening, painting, yard work or assisting with minor home repairs.
  • During the week, students may serve at one or more of the service options by switching mid-week between service partnerships and simple work projects.
  • Groups will need to plan for an additional $5-$10 per vehicle to cover the cost of parking for Evening Activities.

Did you know?

In addition to being the home of Baylor University and the Dr. Pepper Museum, Waco, is also the home of Chip & Joanna Gaines, and the setting for their show, “Fixer Upper: Welcome Home.”

Cost per Participant Includes

  • Pre- and Post-Trip Tools

  • Lodging

    Typically on the floor, in classrooms, on air mattresses. Open showers in an either public or private facility. Learn More

  • 14 Meals

  • Attentive Staff

  • Service Project Materials

  • Evening Activities

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We ♥ teenagers + We ♥ communities

Teenagers need to encounter Jesus outside their normal context to deepen their faith and broaden their perspectives. Plus, communities need to be valued—not as mere recipients but as partners who have stories worth sharing in.

When we bring the two together, incredible things happen.

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