“We returned to our home base with our hearts filled but with the keen sense that there is so much more to do.”

⁠— 2017 Trip Participant

“We returned to our home base with our hearts filled but with the keen sense that there is so much more to do.”

⁠— 2018 Trip Participant

“By the end of the day, we were completely wiped out but extremely satisfied to know that we had accomplished our goal of 200 trees ⁠— that’s 400 in just three days!.”

⁠— 2018 Trip Participant

“And what about you? Can Puerto Rico count on you? We are already starting to plan our next trip. Will you backpack with us next time?”

⁠— 2019 Trip Participant

Cultural Bridges Global brings the “i” to iLEAD through short- and long-term international student exchange programs and a variety of service trips. In addition, Cultural Bridges Global unites students of all grades from around the world through unforgettable, life-changing experiences.

Our learners have the chance to experience worldwide cultures in an authentic way, leading to exciting opportunities and lifetime friendships. Through Cultural Bridges Global, a group of learners and their parents have given up their spring breaks to bring Backpacks Full of Hope to families facing inadequate living conditions due to the devastating effects of hurricanes in Puerto Rico.

MEET THE FOUNDING BACKPACKERS

“At our evening reflection, everyone commented on how moving the day was and how connected we all felt to each other ⁠— those we were helping and the world community ⁠— and how inspired we all felt.”

⁠— 2018 Trip Participant

“By the end of the day, we were completely wiped out but extremely satisfied to know that we had accomplished our goal of 200 trees ⁠— that’s 400 in just three days!”

⁠— 2018 Trip Participant

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