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Synchrony employees traveled to Senegal to build a school alongside the Loukouk community. Read our blog to see how this Trek shows the importance of corporate social responsibility (CSR) and reflects a company culture of trust, service, and real-world impact.
buildOn Senegal, Trek
May 8, 2026

From Workplace to Worksite: Synchrony’s Senegal Trek

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Ready to make a real difference? Explore what it’s like to go on a buildOn Trek to Malawi—build a school, live with a host family, and experience culture, service, and impact firsthand.
buildOn Malawi, Trek
April 30, 2026

Trek in Malawi: Build, Connect, Transform

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When migrant workers face injury or unpaid wages, children’s education is often at risk. Learn how Afrin returned to school and how buildOn helps students stay on track.
buildOn Nepal
April 23, 2026

Why Education Can’t Wait: Afrin’s Story

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New research from Gallup shows how service builds confidence, leadership, and purpose in young people. Read our new blog to see how buildOn’s Service Learning Programs are leading change across U.S. communities.
buildOn U.S.
April 16, 2026

Service Builds Leaders. Gallup Data Proves It.

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In Sarasota, Florida, one email sparked a powerful student-led movement. See how students across the region are funding schools, going on Trek, and creating global impact through buildOn.
Trek
April 10, 2026

One Email Sparks a Movement: Sarasota United Through Trek

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Mornings on the worksite are the heart of Trek.
buildOn Guatemala, Trek
April 3, 2026

Trek in Guatemala: More Than a Trip

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In honor of Women’s History Month, meet women from around the world who overcame barriers to education and built brighter futures through courage and learning.
buildOn Global
March 26, 2026

Refusing to Be Left Behind: Women’s History Month

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Detroit buildOn students traveled to Chicago for four days of service, museums, and college exploration. Read our new blog to discover how the trip inspired leadership and connection!
buildOn in Chicago, buildOn in Detroit
March 19, 2026

Detroit, Meet Chicago: buildOn Students Hit the Road

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