In early 2020, Trek Relief launched a transformative project in Chilean Patagonia, bringing sustainable development and environmental stewardship to the Villa Cerro Castillo community. Despite the year’s challenges, the results have been nothing short of inspiring. Here’s a recap of the incredible progress made through our “Clean Point” recycling infrastructure at Liceo Rural School.

Even though we’re not traveling right now, Trek Relief’s impact is still making waves abroad. Our Patagonia sustainability project is thriving, thanks to the development and startup investment made during our last trip in March.

For now the reopening will come with restrictions and mainly be limited to those seeking to to climb or trek its famous peaks. Foreign visitors are a major source of income for Nepal and the closure has impacted the estimated 800,000 people who work in the tourism industry.

With a deep sense of care and responsibility, we’ve made the difficult decision to postpone our second trip to Patagonia. While extended border closures played a role, the well-being of our beneficiaries, whose remote location has helped keep them safe, guided our decision.

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.

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.

As Chile moved to limit international travel with a state of emergency, we successfully completed our first Patagonia trip and officially launched the Sustainable Community Development Program in the Aysén region.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who made this year’s Party with Purpose III Fundraiser an unforgettable evening!

We were inspired by the generosity and enthusiasm of all who attended, from those who donated their time and talent through performances to everyone who came out to celebrate and show their support. The night was filled with uplifting moments, community connection, and meaningful conversations.

We’re excited to share that the Langtang Valley school rebuild project is nearing completion! After three years of dedication and perseverance, we’re on track to finish the school just in time for our 14th and final trip to Langtang Valley, where we’ll celebrate the official handover.

We are thrilled to announce the winner of our inaugural Win-A-Trip Program—congratulations to Angela "AnGie" Chang! Angie will join us for her first backpacking adventure on our inaugural Patagonia trek in March 2020.

November 7, 2019 – Trekker Mina Xiong reflects on the incredible experiences and humbling moments during Langtang Trip #13, where her team delivered vital donations to preschoolers impacted by the 2015 earthquake.

Our 3rd Annual Board Retreat in Ojai, CA, was an energizing and productive gathering, filled with exciting updates and plans for the year ahead. With fresh leadership roles and big ideas, we’re ready to take Trek Relief to new heights.

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We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our newest program in Patagonia, set in the breathtaking landscapes of Chile’s newly established Patagonia National Park in the Aysén region.

The second year of Trek Relief’s Mongolia Nature Conservancy Program has been a resounding success! With six dedicated volunteers and a powerful partnership with the Mongolian Rotary Club, we’ve taken our eco-conscious initiatives to even greater heights.

We’re excited to announce the success of our 2nd Annual Party with Purpose Fundraiser, held on April 20th! With the support of our generous attendees and dedicated volunteers, we raised an incredible $16,500 to support Trek Relief’s impactful programs.

Rebuilding a school in Nepal’s Langtang Valley has been a journey of overcoming obstacles and fostering collaboration. Despite cultural differences and local tensions, the Trek Relief team is proud to share significant progress toward completing this vital project.

Our Board Directors, Sarah Nguyen (Chief Information Officer) and Chi Nguyen (President), recently sat down for a live interview with life coach Quinton Carlin on his Self Developed Life podcast series. Streaming on Facebook Live, they shared the inspiring story behind Trek Relief’s startup journey.