Short-Term Mission Trip
Short-Term Mission Trip
Have you ever considered going on a short-term mission trip?
Are you ready to step out of your comfort zone and into something life-changing?
Do you want to see God move in ways you’ve never experienced before?
Are you ready for a challenge that will grow your faith?
Join us on a Handfuls of Hope short-term mission trip—an opportunity to experience a new culture, serve with purpose, and be part of something bigger than yourself. This journey won’t just impact the people you serve—it will transform you.
As you prepare and travel with the team, you’ll build meaningful, lasting friendships. You’ll use your gifts to serve others—and you may even discover new ones along the way.
Working Hand in Hand
We believe in building genuine relationships with the local church. Our teams partner directly with local leaders and serve alongside them to make a lasting impact in the community.
Each trip may include:
Construction Projects - Help build or repair churches, schools, and homes—whether it’s roofing, shelving, painting, or general repairs.
Ministry Outreach - Serve through children’s and youth ministry, hospital visits, support for single mothers, and community evangelism events.
Community Outreach - Distribute food and clothing, assist families in need, plant gardens, and support local initiatives that bring hope and help.
What Is the Trip Like?
Our mission trips typically last 7–8 days and include teams of 20–50 participants.
Your trip experience includes:
Lodging is provided in a comfortable villa located near the Handfuls of Hope School. In some cases, lodging may be arranged in a nearby hotel based on group needs.
All meals and transportation (air-fare and in-country)
Insurance coverage available
Each trip is a meaningful blend of service, connection, and experience which may include some of the following:
If time allows, sightseeing upon arrival in the capital, Santo Domingo
A visit to a children’s hospital
Hands-on construction projects
Worship with a local church
Children’s ministry activities (like VBS)
Assisting in the HOH Sports Ministry and Youth Outreach
Community outreach events (food distribution)
Medical outreach opportunities; See the Medical Mission Trip page
Team devotions and reflection time
A day of recreation—often at a beautiful local beach
How Do I Sign Up?
Check out the list of upcoming mission trips and select the one that’s right for you. Click on the trip for more details, then choose “Sign Up for a Trip” to complete your application.
Refund Policy
For our Refund Policy, click here.