Will You Join Us for a Life-Changing Trip?
An Opportunity to Encounter, Engage, and Experience the HopeChest Model
in Action
Join us in July 18-Aug. 3, 2026 for a Vision Trip to Uganda and Ethiopia!
Join us to see, for yourself, the power and innovation of the HopeChest model in action!
You can visit Uganda, Ethiopia, or both countries.
On this trip, you will be part of a small, personal group led by Ken Sparks, President and CEO of Children’s HopeChest. You will get to interact with local staff on the ground and engage directly with members of the communities we serve. This fully immersive vision trip allows you to engage, encounter, and witness transformational impact and truly innovative strategies breaking generational poverty, amidst the beauty and cultures of Ethiopia and Uganda.
Trip Details
- What: President’s Vision Trip to Uganda and Ethiopia
- Where: CarePoints in Uganda and Ethiopia
- When: July 18-Aug. 3, 2026
- Cost for both countries: $2894.25 for an individual room or $5098.50 double occupancy + airfare of your choice*(see details below)**
- Cost for Ethiopia segment only: $1,904 for an individual room or $3,333 double occupancy + airfare of your choice**
- Cost for Uganda segment only: $1385.25 for an individual room or $2430.50 double occupancy + airfare of your choice*
The cost of airfare is not included, and it is up to individual travelers to purchase class of service desired.
Each traveler should purchase the travel class and airline carrier of their choice for international flights between the U.S. and Africa. For travelers going to both countries, each traveler should purchase a one-way ticket for Friday, July 24, 2026 on Ethiopia Airlines.
If you have any questions, please send us an email at childrenshopechest@hopechest.org.
Thinking about joining the Vision Trip? Hear from HopeChest partner Sally Townsend and get inspired!
“When you see the life-giving ripple effect of [HopeChest’s] model, it really can change your view of what’s possible in terms of breaking the cycle of poverty.”
Encounter Communities Being Transformed
During your visit, you’ll get to see several community projects including:
- Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs) that help people experiencing poverty build financial stability
- Agricultural and animal husbandry projects that help families break the cycle of poverty
- Income-generating activities and small businesses
- CarePoint operations and their holistic impact in the community
- Leadership Training for students of the Uganda Leadership and Entrepreneurship Development Program (UG-LEDP) and the Ethiopian Youth Development Leadership Program (YDLP)
- Celebrate the first CarePoint graduations with us!
Depart from the U.S. on July 18.
Travel from Ethiopia to Uganda on July 24.
Return to the U.S. on August 3.
Experience the Beauty of Africa!
This trip will also provide a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to go on some excursions near Murchison Falls National Park, including an African Safari. These activities will take place on July 24-25.
Discover the stunning beauty of Africa firsthand near the banks of the Nile River. In addition, savor local cultural meals, purchase handmade crafts from local artisans, and experience the warmth of Ugandan hospitality. Don’t miss this chance of a lifetime to see God’s creation like never before.
Register Now!
Cost for both countries (ET + UG): $2894.25 for an individual room or $5098.50 double occupancy + airfare of your choice**
Cost for Ethiopia segment only: $1,904 for an individual room or $3,333 double occupancy + airfare of your choice**
Cost for Uganda segment only:$1385.25 for an individual room or $2430.50 double occupancy + airfare of your choice*
Costs include all in-country ground expenses.* Costs do not include international airfare. **
Each traveler should purchase the travel class and airline carrier of their choice for international flights between the US and Africa. For travelers going to both countries, each traveler should purchase a one-way ticket for Friday, July 24 from Ethiopia to Uganda.
A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is due at the time of registration. A final payment for remaining ground costs is due by June 18, 2026
*Ground expenses include lodging, food, in-country transportation, safari, and Murchison Falls. Expenses are an estimate, and final price may change as trip details are finalized.
**Class of service to be determined and paid for by traveler. Flight selection should be coordinated with the HopeChest Travel Team prior to booking flights.
Questions about the trip?
We’re so excited you’re considering coming with us! We’d love to hop on the phone or connect via email to talk through them with you. Send us an email at childrenshopechest@hopechest.org and we’ll be in touch shortly!
