L&LI 20 Year Anniversary
Alumni Missions Trip to Ecuador
Join us on the first Alumni Missions Trip this summer! Whether you studied abroad years ago or more recently, this is your chance to reunite, reflect on how God has moved over the past 20 years, and continue the story together. This trip is open to all alumni, and we would love to have you join us for this incredible opportunity!
We’ll spend ministry days at Jungle Kids for Christ, explore the beauty and culture of Quito and Papallacta, and sprinkle in some fun adventures along the way. What makes this trip truly unique is the chance to share in a study abroad–style experience again—this time as alumni. There’s something powerful about being with others who understand the impact of Living & Learning, who have walked similar roads, and who carry shared memories of serving and growing overseas.
This will be a space to reconnect with those who have shared this experience, to join alongside fellow alumni who “get it,” and to step back onto the mission field together.
Meet Your Hosts
Ashleigh Dellos
Ash has spent over 15 years with Living & Learning working in a various roles. What has stayed the same is how much she cares for others. As someone who grew up in Argentina, lived in Ecuador, and is now based in California, she will be there all week to guide you through your week and laugh along the way.
Team Player
Meg van Rijn
Meg lived in Ecuador for several years leading student life for our Ecuador semester program. She now supports our Italy program site in Rome but loves coming back to Ecuador. She’ll be one of your hosts to provide care and good times during the week.
Student Life Director, Italy
Why Now
The timing couldn’t be more meaningful as L&LI celebrates 20 years of life-changing impact. This is an opportunity to serve, create new memories together, and reminisce on past years.
Why Ecuador
To mark this milestone, we’re inviting you back to a place that holds such a special part of Living & Learning’s story — Ecuador! Living & Learning began in Ecuador and now we have locations around the globe. Join us as we head back to where it all started!
Details
July 20th - 26th, 2026
20 Spots available
$1500/per traveler*
*does not include airfare
Itinerary
Team arrives in Ecuador in the evening
Monday, July 20, 2026
Travel to Misahualli with a stop in Papallacta
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Partner with Jungle Kids for Christ local school in the Amazon Jungle
Sunset Canoe Tour
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Partner with Jungle Kids for Christ local school in the Amazon Jungle
Free Afternoon
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Partner with Jungle Kids for Christ local school in the Amazon Jungle
Travel back to Quito
Friday, July 24, 2026
Gondola ride and hike up local volcano
Explore Colonial Quito
Saturday, July 25, 2026
Church Service
Visit the artisan market
Group Farewell Dinner
Team departs for the US