
Mission Trips
Consider joining us in person,
witnessing the impact firsthand. You're invited to be a part of our journey through visits to The Fold, experiencing the joy of seeing lives transformed and futures rekindled. In a world that sometimes feels overwhelmed by darkness, we have the chance to be a source of God’s light, of His hope, and of change. Together, we can join in His mission to be the guardians of dreams, the architects of a better tomorrow for these children in need.
Join us, won't you? Extend your hand, open your heart, and become a part of The Fold's story – a story that turns despair into dreams, and darkness into light; a future aglow with the promise of God’s love.
Together, we can rewrite the destiny of these children. The journey starts with YOU.
Considering a mission trip to South Africa but not sure what to expect?
We’ve put together answers to some of the most common questions we hear below. Plus be sure to check out our free resource 7 Myths (and Truths!) About African Mission Trips.
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You’ll stay in our comfortable guest accommodations, enjoy home cooked meals, and spend time with our team and the children.
We have four different opportunities for engagement: children’s programs, staff development, light construction, and special projects — all while building relationships with our staff and children. We also offer other options to enhance your trip, including safaris, local shopping, and other cultural experiences.
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Most trips are 10 days, which includes 2 days of travel.
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The cost is surprisingly affordable, and will vary depending upon airfare and whether you decide to add any of the optional experiences. We will be happy to give you an estimate. And remember, the memories will be priceless.
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You’ll stay in our comfortable guest accommodations at The Fold. Our modern facility has all the things you’d expect from a normal hotel — amenities like comfortable beds, fans, WiFi, electricity, and running water.
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We provide family-style, delicious meals catered by a great local restaurant.
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While other parts of Africa have vaccine requirements, there are no shots needed to travel to South Africa for one of our mission trips. And our area is officially designated as a malaria-free zone.
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We ensure that all of our mission teams participate in training sessions beforehand, so that you know what to expect.
Part of our training sessions involve learning how to share your story, and how God has moved in your life.
We set all of our mission teams up for a win, equipping them with the tools and resources they need to be able to share the Gospel clearly with people in South Africa.
Check out our video below for a glimpse into what a mission trip looks like!
Team Stories
Click the links below to follow our mission teams as they serve.