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Kelly B.

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Review for Mission Guatemala Inc, Indianapolis, IN, USA

Rating: 5 stars  

I was able to be a part of a team that assembled stoves (wood burning) in some of the neediest homes in the Panajachel area. I also assisted with other work such as working on the foundation of a local home as well as sanding & varnishing tables for a feeding center. Our team worked hard not only getting the stoves assembled but also took time to interact with the families we were helping. It was exciting to see the homes & really feel like what we were doing was going to make a difference in their day to day lives. All of our accommodations (lodging, meals, transportation) was completely taken care of and always timely. The "fun day" was also well planned out and fantastic!

I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...

I'm sorry...I don't understand this question. I enjoyed my time in Panajachel and would've gladly stayed longer if I could've :) I'm hoping to return at some point.

If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...

I would've appreciated having a few more specifics on the type of work we would be doing just so I could've been a little more prepared. For example, there were times boots would've been more helpful to have than tennis shoes. And, I could've used better rain gear (especially riding in the back of a pick up truck while it's pouring down rain). These aren't complaints...we made due with what we had.

Would you volunteer for this group again?

Definitely

For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?

Life-changing

Did the organization use your time wisely?

Very Well

Would you recommend this group to a friend?

Definitely

Did your volunteer experience have an effect on you? (teaching you a new skill, or introducing new friends, etc.)

I learned how to use a machete :) It was also rewarding to learn how to handle communication difficulties.

How did this volunteer experience make you feel?

Rejuvenated...there were moments of exhaustion, but overall, I felt good about the work we accomplished. And, I enjoyed the balance between working on a task and interacting with the locals.

When was your last experience with this nonprofit?

2011

Role:  Volunteer & Spent most of my days loading concrete & clay sections that we assembled into stoves. Several families had no stove. Most were cooking for large families over a couple of stone pieces & a slab of metal. Our team also carried cinder blocks, hauled small.
 
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