What Parents Had to Say

"My son met a young man there who gave up a professional soccer career to serve a mission. The young man's example has made a huge impact on our son, who is now determined to serve a mission. This touches my heart so very much, I am so grateful!" -Carma, 2010

"I liked the service and the opportunity to see how blessed (we) really are." -Tami, 2010

"I loved that (the youth) were able to be so integrated into the lives of the people and (that there was) emphasis on spiritual growth, study, and prayer." -Kari, 2010

"The HEFY group worked hard and had opportunities to associate with the children they served." -Nadine, 2010

"I loved the variety of fun, hard work, spiritual, and adventure." -Rebecca, 2010

"This trip broadened my son's horizons. It took him somewhere he wanted to go, but not on "vacation." It was a trip with purpose." -Kathryn, 2010

"The best part was service on a personal level, living and serving close to those in need with wholesome LDS activities. All (helped) to strengthen a testimony of Christ-like service and living." -John, 2010

"HEFY helped them think outside themselves and find joy in serving others. I appreciated their involvement with the members of the church in Tonga as well as the children there." -Audrey, 2010

"I would say that this trip caused my daughter to feel humbled, with more gratitude for the living circumstances she has, more compassion, and greater charity." -James, 2010

"I would encourage anyone interesting in the HEFY program to go and do it! The trip was an awesome experience for our daughter as well as the rest of the family as we watched her fundraise and work towards earning her trip. And then finally realizing her goal." -Nona, 2010

"My son's experience in Brazil was fantastic. HEFY does a great job of providing a spiritual, cultural, educational, and humanitarian experience that is both challenging and fun." -Amy, 2010

"It has been a great testimony builder for my daughter and has increased her desire to serve  wherever and whenever she can." -Tami, 2010

"My daughter's confidence increased, she met amazing people, the staff was outstanding, and she was able to get outside herself and see what others have to deal with in life." -Carrie, 2010

"I think this program is an outstanding way for any young man or woman to put themselves aside and serve others in ways that could change their lives forever." -Valerie, 2010

"This trip was one of the best things that has happened in my daughter's life. The opportunity to serve in a new environment has changed her outlook and she seems to have less of a desire for material things. The group was great." -Nadine, 2010

"I liked how my son felt about serving the children and the example of others." -Carma, 2010

"The opportunities to raise funds, to serve people at great personal sacrifice, and to encounter people whose lives are considerably less blessed than hers was a great spiritual experience." -James, 2010

"HEFY is a wonderful opportunity for young people to experience serving others in an exciting setting. I loved that they were able to attend church, go to the temple, and interact with the members while on this trip. I felt they were safe and loved the email updates." -Toni, 2010