Mission
What’s important to us
At Impact Gap Year, our mission is to foster well-rounded individuals through a variety of programs that promote local leadership, ethical practices, and the empowerment of young people.
We are committed to creating a world where individuals are empowered to lead, where ethical practices prevail, and where young people are equipped to create positive change. Join us on this journey of growth, collaboration, and impact.
Grassroot Leadership
In our approach to local leadership, we believe in enhancing rather than changing or replacing cultures. We work closely with community leaders who possess deep knowledge of their nations, valuing their guidance to promote leadership and confidence from within. By embracing ideas of equality, safety, and sustainability, we aim to uplift communities while respecting their unique identities.
Conscious Engagement
Ethical practices are at the core of our work. We acknowledge the negative backlash that voluntourism has received due to unethical practices and behaviors. At Impact Gap, we strive to redefine the concept of traveling abroad by practicing full transparency. We openly share how we operate, where we work, and the achievements and milestones of our missions and goals. We are dedicated to making a positive impact on the planet, ensuring a livable place for future generations.
Youth Empowerment
Motivating young people is a fundamental aspect of our organization. We strongly believe that change begins with education. Our programs aim to educate participants about global issues and foster collaboration in diverse and unique ways to address them. Our goal is to equip each Impact participant with the skills necessary to lead meaningful lives. Whether they pursue careers in teaching, research, engineering, politics, or other fields, we strive to nurture their talents and enable them to make a difference in their chosen paths.
Why Choose Us?
We can help you find your passion and purpose
We both lead and follow
Impact Gap believes that volunteers are not there to change, adjust, or revise a culture, but rather to support local leaders in developing sustainable and responsible practices that benefit all members and areas in their respective communities.
We work only with trusted providers
For many years, our program providers have been at the forefront of the volunteer sector. Impact Gap has connections to the best, most trustworthy, and ethical organizations, local leaders, and resources to ensure a safe trip for all participants.
We are 100% committed
We want to change the world for the better. Impact Gap believes that change comes from education and a livable planet that allows everyone who resides on it to grow to their full potential through transferrable opportunities.
We are supportive
We want all of our participants to have the time of their lives while also helping to improve the conditions that affect our globe. Impact Gap will continuously address and improve all ideas, incidents, and issues that may arise during your stay.
We are transparent
Taking a gap year is probably the most personal and financial decision you’ll ever make in your life. Impact Gap will guide you through the steps of selecting the most suitable program to meet your needs and the communities we serve.
We are affordable
Impact Gap is the only gap year provider that creates a carefully crafted itinerary to maximize the number of meaningful travel experiences participants can have, with diverse and specially-focused programs in multiple countries.
Who We Work With
We only work with the most trusted and most credible organizations who have worked in the volunteer and internship field for decades. This is to ensure that we can uphold our mission of offering safe and enriching gap year programs.
Contact
At Impact Gap Year, we are committed to creating a world where individuals are empowered to lead. where ethical practices prevail, and where young people are equipped to create positive change. Join us on this journey of growth, collaboration, and impact.
3015 E Franklin Ave. Minneapolis, MN 55406, USA
+1 970-399-9968 
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