Break Description

Join us to support East Coast Migrant Head Start Project (ECMHSP), a program dedicated to preparing children of migrant and seasonal farmworkers for success. Since 1974, ECMHSP has provided holistic, high-quality early childhood education in a nurturing environment, serving nearly 3,000 children annually across 48 centers in 7 states.

Our service will vary based on ECMHSP’s needs at the time, but we expect to work in the classrooms and outdoor facilities. 

We’ll drive to Faison, NC in a JMU van and we’ll be housed in a local church. Our hosts are kindly letting us use their showers and kitchen. Plan to bring a pillow and sleeping bag.

Our partners have assured us that housing and service sites are accessible to those who use wheelchairs.

Come join us for a once-in-a-lifetime learning experience!

JMU is a member of the University Global Coalition with the United Nations and is committed to achieving a better and more sustainable future as defined by the Sustainable Development Goals.

Focus on: Empowering Vulnerable Populations

Community: Faison, NC

Leaders: Avery Collyer & Amanda Eckoff

Cost: $350

What type of travel will this break use? Domestic Driving

What kind of break is this? Winter Break

Departure Date: 01-11-2025

Return Date: 01-18-2025

What community partner will you be working with? East Coast Migrant Head Start Project

Currently Offered?: Yes