Outreach360 - Volunteer Comments
"This is one of the best experiences that anyone could do for not only themselves but others also. When you take your spring break to help out others, you yourself are blessed just as much as they are. I came away with a much greater respect of what I have and a heart for Missions."
Trent Yoder, Southern Illinois University
"I've fallen in love with everything Jinotega. [Outreach360] has done a fantastic job of emerging volunteers into the Nicaraguan culture while keeping a focused vision on what we came here to do, which is serve."
Brandy Bennett
"My experience with [Outreach360] is unlike any other mission trip or volunteer experience that I've ever been on. To say the least, it was the most humbling experience that I will forever hold in my heart. This trip has helped me to put my life and the things that truly matter into perspective. The children at the Orphanage are all beautiful and talented people with so much love in their hearts, it's contagious! They have all given me so much more from this experience than I had ever hoped or imagined giving to them. One of the most important lessons I learned from the Dominican lifestyle is to 'live in the moment' and not get so wrapped up in what is yet to come in the future, or even dwell on events from the past, which is so easy to do with the fast paced lifestyle the US. I am blessed beyond words to have been given the opportunity to experience life in Monte Cristi and I cannot wait to go back! I highly recommend everyone to volunteer with [Outreach360], even if it's just for one week! I promise you will not be disappointed! This is the opportunity of a lifetime and one that you will never forget!"
Brittany Shachmut, Hendrix College
"[Outreach360] is a phenomenal organization and I would recommend it to anyone. The values and principles of OO are what makes it so unique and so life changing for the people involved. I would challenge anyone to spend a week with this organization and the kids that it serves without having their life changed... its not possible."
Joshua Johnson, Central Michigan University
"The children of Monte Cristi truly showed me how we as humans should love: with full trust, frank openness, and complete sincerity."
Tom Ahn, Pepperdine University
"[Outreach360] served as the most profound reality check for me and really generated within me a strong understanding of the most concrete and sincere form of love."
Tom Ahn, Pepperdine University
"It's a great opportunity to experience life in the Dominican Republic and way to get a glimpse into a whole other world. The people of the Dominican Republic surround you with love and you gain so much more than you could ever give back."
Brook Anderson, Pepperdine University
"This is an amazing trip. If you are willing to share your heart you will fall in love with the children of Monte Cristi."
Amber Andrusak, Pepperdine University
"It is a wonderful and eye-opening opportunity. You will make amazing friendships with the children and learn about life in the DR."
Erin Axton, Pepperdine University
"[Outreach360] is a great opportunity to channel love to people who are in direct need of it."
Juani Ayala, Pepperdine University
"The experience in Esperanza with [Outreach360] truly changed my perspectives and"
Carmen Aybar, Pepperdine University
"This trip is one of the best experiences you can ask for. You teach, learn and love at the same time."
Sean Batson, Pepperdine University
"This is reality at its best with genuine love and compassion evident across all ages and backgrounds."
Andy Canales, Pepperdine University
"The week I spent with the boys at the Good Samaritan orphanage in Esperanza was easily the best week of my life."
Mer Carson, Pepperdine University
"It is a trip that is indescribable! Nothing could have prepared me for such an amazing experience! Go! You will be shown so much and so much love in just one week!"
Lisa Chang, Pepperdine University
"[Outreach360] is a great organization! I had such a fulfilling and rewarding experience. I have never experienced such love from so many children, and feel my life has been enriched because of it."
Dallas Cook, Pepperdine University
"My time in Esperanza was one of the best experiences in my life. Over the course of the week, I came to learn from, grow with, and love these children and the Dominican culture more than I ever imagined I could. The kids taught me about generosity, joy and unconditional love. I desired to serve in Esperanza to help the kids grow emotionally, mentally and spiritually, but in the end, I think it was the kids who helped me. I encourage anyone who has a heart for kids to visit Esperanza--it will truly change your life."
Kelly Dahl, Pepperdine University
"[Outreach360] is an amazing organization that gave me the opportunity to serve and be blessed with love in return."
Matt Deseno, Pepperdine University
"[Outreach360] is an eye opening and rewarding experience that immerses each volunteer into the culture and the lifestyle of the Dominican Republic."
Elizabeth Dixon, Pepperdine University
"For my last spring break of college I was looking for something out of the ordinary and fulfilling. I found through [Outreach360] the priceless joy of reading with children. To give to those who are eager to learn the gift of knowledge is perhaps the most fulfilling experience I could have found."
Erin Egley, Pepperdine University
"More than life-changing, being at [Outreach360] changes your heart and mind. The children become some of the most important people you will meet in your life."
Nu'uve'a Eshelman, Pepperdine University
"[Outreach360] was an incredibly enriching experience with solid interactive time with the children of Monte Cristi"
Sarah Firman, Pepperdine University
"The program was amazing, not only could I see a positive impact on the kids, but I learned and grew just as much in the week I spent working with the children at [Outreach360], I was all together an amazing experience."
Danielle Foster, Pepperdine University
"Working at this orphanage is, and will always be, one of the best decisions that I have made in my life."
Lindsay Frederickson, Pepperdine University
"Truly an eye-opening experience."
Jasmine Garrett, Pepperdine University
"[Outreach360] allowed me to be completely immersed in a culture with such hidden beauty and with children that had the means to blow me away and invigorate me."
Eliza Gilmore, Pepperdine University
"[Outreach360] is a great organization that provides students with unprecedented opportunities to make a hands-on difference among some amazing people."
Sierra High, Pepperdine University
"The smiles on the kids faces touch your heart so much, I don't know a better feeling."
Kristina Hughes, Pepperdine University
"[Outreach360] has helped me contribute to a group of boys I otherwise would have never known. It is an amazing program and I wouldn't have changed this experience for the world!"
Sarah Irvin, Pepperdine University
"[Outreach360] does the most it can with the limited resources we provide, yet the results and experience exceed all expectations."
Julie Jang, Pepperdine University
"[Outreach360] was a unique way to spend my spring break"
Alex Jokich, Pepperdine University
"An orphanage organization powerful in service and a light to the community. This type of loving impact is extremely new within the community, and [Outreach360] has already achieved a great reputation."
Kristen Kiley, Pepperdine University
"Do it! It is an awesome experience that one must do. I want to do it again."
Brad King, Pepperdine University
"It is an excellent opportunity to learn about yourself, to experience an incredible part of the world, and to love and be loved by amazing children."
Karli King, Pepperdine University
"[Outreach360] is an awesome ministry. The kids of the DR are the most joyful kids I've ever seen."
Kate Kirchner, Pepperdine University
"Who knew that one week could have such a dramatic impact on your life and how you view the world. Spending my spring break in Esperanza was one of the best things I have ever done."
Wednesday Kirven, Pepperdine University
"Serving at [Outreach360] just one week isn't enough. You'll want to go back."
Alaina Lasinski, Pepperdine University
"[Outreach360] is a program that touches the mind, body, and soul. It feeds the desires of your heart and promotes the evolution of the self."
Te'Aira Law, Pepperdine University
"It was a wonderful experience!"
Karen Lee, Pepperdine University
"A great place to be empowered and empower others in the most fun, enlightening and loving of ways."
Robbieana Leung, Pepperdine University
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