Cost, Payment Schedule & Coverage
I understand that in order to participate in Help Nurtures Hope's program and expedition, I will accept the obligation to raise $3,950 by March 1. Upon being selected to serve, I agree to pay a $500 deposit to secure my space on the team within the first month of being accepted. Also, I will be responsible for paying $1,500 on or before December 15 and the remaining balance in full on or before March 1.
Disclaimer: Overall funds are based on purchasing airfare costing ~$2,000.00 or less. The difference of any fare greater in value will be added to the overall cost of the expedition. HNH will do its best to find the safest yet most cost-effective fares.
I also understand that, as a nonprofit organization, Help Nurtures Hope, Inc., does not offer refunds for payments or donations. In the event that I am not able to participate in the training program or go on the expedition, I understand that any money I have raised or donated cannot be refunded or reserved for future expeditions. However, I accept that if Help Nurtures Hope, Inc. needs to postpone an expedition due to extreme global and natural events (i.e., pandemics, earthquakes, etc.), the money you raised will be available for the first available expedition only.
Additionally, I understand that Help Nurtures Hope funds will provide international airfare commencing from the designated city, all in-country transportation and translation, accommodations, food, clean drinking water, evacuation and emergency insurance, Help Nurtures Hope, Inc. program costs, and administrative fees. I understand that Help Nurtures Hope funds will not cover any personal costs, including but not limited to required travel documentation (e.g., passports, visas, notarized letters) or any recommended and required vaccinations, medical expenses, or prescriptions. I realize that I am also responsible for my personal expenses while traveling internationally, such as souvenirs, non-service activities, clothing, personal items, extra food, and additional beverages.
Because participants may be located throughout the United States or further afield, I understand that all participants will be responsible for any additional travel costs required to gather at the designated departure city (usually Los Angeles, San Francisco, or Seattle) and for the time needed to commence international travel, to ensure equitable use of nonprofit funds.
Required Participation
I understand that upon being selected to serve, I will commit to attending and engaging (in person or online) in the designated program meetings, held monthly starting in October, and completing five mandatory service or work days, including packing day. I may miss up to two program meetings and only one service or work day. If I miss any additional meetings or service/work days without a valid reason, I understand that I may be dismissed from the team.
I understand that as part of Help Nurtures Hope's leadership and lifelong humanitarian program, I am personally responsible for completing the leadership training workbook and 50 hours of local, genuine-need service before the June expedition dates. I will commit to keeping a log of my service hours, as well as a personal journal of my thoughts and experiences. I understand that completing the workbook and fulfilling local service hours prepares me for serving internationally and permits me to participate in the expedition.
Personal Preparation
Help Nurtures Hope's international experiences require each participant to be able to physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially cope with the extreme cultural change in food and diet, as well as social and religious customs, with the physical environment of a developing country, and the psychological as well as emotional situations they may encounter and witness. To travel internationally and legally under the care and supervision of Help Nurtures Hope, Inc., I understand that I must provide a medical release form signed by a healthcare provider, stating that I am cleared to travel with the group. Although emergency and evacuation insurance is provided, I understand that I must have proof of my own medical insurance.
Expected Diplomacy
Help Nurtures Hope expeditions require participants to act as high-ranking ambassadors for their country and this organization. I accept being a compassionate leader, a solid worker, a resilient problem solver, a dedicated learner, and a respectful guest while participating in the culture, customs, and daily lives of the people of Cambodia. I will exercise sensitive diplomacy in my conduct, interaction, speech, and choices to build trust and maintain peace in my relationship with the Cambodian people and all other countries I may be privileged to visit. I will not complain, condemn, or criticize any person in any country of any race, including my team members and leaders. I understand that Help Nurtures Hope will not tolerate any action, words (spoken or written), or misconduct that defames, offends, or injures another person or that could damage foreign and personal relations in any capacity. Such conduct will result in dismissal from the program before June or immediate cessation of participation while on the expedition, with possible return home at my own expense, including any incurred expenses for a fare change.
Required Forms
I understand that upon my selection to serve, I will be required to complete additional forms, including, but not limited to, a Media/Social Media Release, Policies, Medical Information, Assumption of Risk, Waiver of Liability, and Indemnification Agreement.
Acceptance of Terms
I certify that I have read this disclaimer and that my answers in this application are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.
I understand that providing false or misleading information in my application or during the interview may result in my disqualification as a candidate and could lead to dismissal.