Mission Experience

The FoC Mission Visit Program began decades ago and has welcomed thousands of visitors and volunteers. Those who have made the journey feel a sense of community, not only with each other but with the inspiring and loving people that they met and interacted with at the mission. Whether you choose to commit to a long-term volunteer position or organize a short-term mission trip for your parish, school, service group, or friends and family, we welcome you into our circle of friendship and promise you will experience a journey like no other. In our commitment to make your visit as impactful as possible, Friends of Chimbote, in coordination with our staff in Chimbote, has established an experienced mission visit team to oversee all visiting groups and volunteers. This amazing group of ambassadors will ensure that your mission experience is one that transforms not only the lives of the poor, but yours as well.  With proper planning, an exciting and rewarding trip will be assured.

In addition to witnessing and learning about poverty and the programs in place to alleviate it, your mission visit experience may include a number of opportunities and activities.

Repairing or constructing a home for a family that has been living in dire conditions