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Trek Relief’s Candice Young Featured on Bold Journey!

We’re excited to announce that Candice Young, Founder and Executive Director of Trek Relief, was recently featured in Bold Journey. In the article, Candice shares her inspiring journey from global traveler to nonprofit leader, reflecting on the powerful connection between adventure and impact. Read her story and discover how Trek Relief continues to redefine travel for positive change!

Trek Relief 7/24/24 Trek Relief 7/24/24

Trek Relief’s Most Inspiring Annual Board Retreat Yet!

We are excited to share that our recent annual Board of Directors Retreat was our most invigorating and inspiring yet! With committed energy, our team reflected on Trek Relief's journey and set the course for future impactful initiatives. Join us as we continue to make a lasting difference.

Trek Relief 7/15/24 Trek Relief 7/15/24

Celebrating Our Founder's Journey: Trek Relief Featured in VoyageLA

Celebrating Our Founder's Journey: Trek Relief's Candice Young is featured in VoyageLA. Discover her inspiring path from a global traveler to the founder of Trek Relief, and how she turned her passion into a force for good.

Trek Relief 2/19/24 Trek Relief 2/19/24

Trek Relief Founder Candice Young Shines in Shoutout LA Feature

Trek Relief Founder Candice Young has been featured in Shoutout LA, highlighting her journey in creating Trek Relief and the values that drive the organization. Read the full story to discover how passionate leadership and community collaboration are making a difference.

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Trek Relief Marks Seven Years of Global Impact and Adventure

As Trek Relief celebrates its seventh anniversary, we're reflecting on our journey from aiding a Himalayan community to launching six transformative trips in 2024. Join us as we continue to make a global impact through impactful travel and community empowerment.

Trek Relief 11/29/23 Trek Relief 11/29/23

This #GivingSeason, give the gift of global change

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our new online store—a curated collection of gifts that are more than just items. Each purchase is a chance to make a real impact.

Every item in our limited-time collection is thoughtfully designed to be stylish, practical, and full of heart. Imagine the joy on your loved ones’ faces when they unwrap a gift that not only delights but also contributes to a greater purpose.

Trek Relief 9/29/23 Trek Relief 9/29/23

Trek Relief and Harvard University: A Powerful Partnership for Positive Change

For the second consecutive year, Trek Relief partnered with Harvard University as part of its Global Day of Service on September 1, 2023. This collaboration brought together passionate individuals united by a shared mission to create meaningful change.

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Trek Relief Founder Candice Young Featured on The Maverick Show Podcast

We’re excited to announce that our founder, Candice Young, was recently featured on The Maverick Show Podcast! In Episode 247: Empowering Adventure Travelers to Collaborate with Global Communities on Meaningful Service Projects, Candice shares her inspiring journey and the heart behind Trek Relief.

Trek Relief 9/29/22 Trek Relief 9/29/22

Join Us for a Training Hike Up Mt. San Jacinto with Trek Relief Adventurers

As we gear up for our November 2022 Nepal trip, we’re excited to invite you to join our next training hike through the Trek Relief Adventurers Facebook group. Let’s get ready for high-altitude trekking together!

Trek Relief 8/30/22 Trek Relief 8/30/22

Exciting News: Our Board Welcomes Wendy Meek as Secretary, Steven Wong Transitions to Board Outreach

We’re thrilled to announce some wonderful updates to our leadership team. Trek Relief alum Wendy Meek, who joined us on a transformative Nepal program, is stepping into the role of Board Secretary, while Steven Wong transitions to lead our Board Outreach efforts.

Trek Relief 7/30/22 Trek Relief 7/30/22

Candice Young Featured on the Powerful Ladies Podcast: How Trek Relief Began

We’re excited to share that our founder and executive director, Candice Young, was recently featured on the Powerful Ladies Podcast! In this inspiring episode, Candice dives into her journey of creating Trek Relief, blending her love for adventure travel with a passion for giving back.

Trek Relief 4/29/22 Trek Relief 4/29/22

Introducing a New Way to Give Back and Earn Trip Credit

At Trek Relief, we’re always looking for ways to make it easier for you to #travelwithpurpose. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce a new opportunity to contribute to our mission while earning credit toward your next adventure with us!

Trek Relief 2/27/22 Trek Relief 2/27/22

Gratitude for Will Weber and a Warm Welcome to Steven Wong

We’re honored to celebrate two incredible individuals who have contributed to Trek Relief’s mission in unique and impactful ways.

First, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to Will Weber for his exceptional service as Board Secretary over the past three years. His dedication, expertise, and countless volunteer hours have been instrumental in guiding Trek Relief’s operations and ensuring our nonprofit thrives. While Will’s term as Secretary has concluded, we’re thrilled that he will continue to contribute to our Board as an Emeritus Member. Thank you, Will, for your unwavering commitment and leadership!

Next, we’re excited to welcome Steven Wong as our new Board Secretary! Steven brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to the role, and we’re confident his contributions will help Trek Relief continue to grow and make a meaningful impact.

Trek Relief 11/29/21 Trek Relief 11/29/21

Executive Director Candice Young attends the COP26 Climate Change Conference in Scotland

“I felt a huge shift in Trek Relief’s direction here,” shared Candice Young, our Founder and Executive Director, after attending the COP26 Climate Change Conference in Scotland.

Originally a disaster response movement, Trek Relief is evolving to address one of the most significant drivers of natural disasters: climate change. Candice’s experience at the conference underscored the urgency of global action, especially after attending a powerful panel discussion featuring Nepalese climate advocates.

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Reflecting and Reimagining: Our Annual Board Retreat

This year, our Annual Board Retreat brought together 10 of our core team members to discuss the future of Trek Relief and how we can resume our international trips in a thoughtful and conscientious way during these pandemic times.

After the challenges of 2020 and the cancellation of last year’s retreat, this gathering was an opportunity to reconnect, reflect, and reimagine how we can continue to fulfill our mission while prioritizing safety and responsibility.

Trek Relief 3/30/21 Trek Relief 3/30/21

Welcoming Jay Humphrey: Our New Fundraising Chairman

Jay’s passion for service and dedication to creating positive change have already made a lasting impact. As a generous donor, a participant in our inaugural Patagonia trip, and a standout fundraiser, Jay has proven himself to be an invaluable part of our community.

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Trek Relief Amplifies Local COVID-19 Efforts and Empowers Individual Initiatives

During the #GivingTuesdayNow movement, Trek Relief highlighted The Midnight Mission and volunteering to make personal protective equipment for the frontlines as ways to support local emergency efforts. In addition, it offered its platform as a support vehicle for initiatives made on the individual level.

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Trek Relief Postpones Nepal and Mongolia Trips for 2020

In response to COVID-19, we’ve made the difficult decision to postpone our Nepal School Handover Ceremony and Mongolia program until 2021. This step prioritizes the safety of our beneficiary communities and supporters while helping to limit the spread of the virus.