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So many people who go on Trek describe it as a transformative experience. But what is it really like? We sat down with our veteran Senior Graphic Designer Srijan Tamrakar to talk about his experience going on Trek and the impact it’s had on him. Srijan has gone on 9 different Treks during his time at buildOn, so he’s the perfect person to tell us all about this incredible program. Read on to hear what he had to say! 
February 12, 2024

Come as Guests, Leave as Family: Srijan’s Thoughts on Trek

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Children who remain out of school end up trapped in a cycle of poverty and limited opportunities. Our Enroll Program breaks that cycle.
February 1, 2024

Beyond Four Walls: How buildOn and EAC Get Children Back in School

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Discover how buildOn students honored MLK Day through service projects that transformed communities. Learn how youth are carrying forward Dr. King’s dream of equity and justice. Read more now!
January 26, 2024

We Have A Dream: How buildOn Students Served on MLK Day

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Discover how service learning is helping students like Miah Gill thrive in Detroit. Learn how buildOn is transforming lives and communities through education and action. Read more now!
January 12, 2024

A Renaissance in Detroit: How Service Helps Students Like Miah Gill Thrive

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Discover how buildOn is fighting climate change through education and service. Learn how we’re turning back the tide and creating a sustainable future. Read more now!
January 5, 2024

Turning Back the Tide: How buildOn Works to Fight Climate Change

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Discover how buildOn is addressing holiday loneliness through service and community engagement. Learn how we’re healing hearts and transforming lives. Read more now!
December 19, 2023

Service: Healing Holiday Loneliness

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Get an inside look at buildOn’s 2023 Gala with featured performer Samantha 'Just Sam' Diaz. Learn how their story inspires our mission to unite people through service and education. Read more now!
December 13, 2023

Gala 2023: Interview with Featured Performer Samantha “Just Sam” Diaz

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In the heart of Burkina Faso, Assèta Tirakoya defied expectations and defied the odds to achieve her dreams of literacy through buildOn's Adult Literacy Program in Soubouaré. Even when faced with the challenges of pregnancy and premature labor, Assèta's unwavering determination and the unwavering support of buildOn empowered her to excel, even completing her final exams from her hospital bed.
December 5, 2023

Out of the Dark: Assèta Tirakoya’s Incredible Literacy Journey

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