Frequently Asked Questions

1.) When is the Application deadline?

Participant applications will be excepted from January 20-27th, 2009. 
Applications can be dropped off in room 12B in the MUB.
Late applications will placed on a waiting list.

2.) What are the differences between the trips?

To find out what trips are available for this Spring break, click and visit the Current Trips page.

3.) What happens if I don't get my top choice?

Second semester, ABC will hold a participant meeting in which each leader tries to "sell their trip". At this meeting, each participant is asked to pick their top three choices. We will try to accommodate everyone's top choices. If you do not get your first choice, we will do our best to get you on your second or third choice trip.

4.) Why Do I have to pay to do service?

Habitat for Humanity has a program fee for each site that covers administrative expenses, equipment and workers' fees. Your fee will also cover van transportation, gas, some meals, and lodging. It's quite the bargain!

5.) How much will each trip cost?

The cost for ABC 2009 is $250*.  This total cost includes meals, site fees, and transportation.  Participants will be responsible for any other expenses including travel meal cost, defensive driving, etc.

*Please be aware of the following dates in the event you are selected, payment will be expected..
                        FEB 4, 2009 $125 NON-REFUNDABLE deposit due at trip pick meeting.
                        FEB 20, 2009 (final) $125 deposit due to ABC office by 4:00PM.                  
           (Office hours will be arranged for you to drop off your deposit with an Executive.)


 

6.) Are meals included in the student fee?

Yes, meals are included/provided for the week.  Your group will go food shopping once you arrive at your site location.  Travel meals are not included.

7.) Is lodging included with the student fee?

Yes, lodging is accommodated and included with student fee.  Although, in the event your group needs to stay overnight during travel to site you will be responsible for covering those expenses. 

8.) What happens if I have to drop out of a trip?

First deposit is non-refundable.  After FRIDAY, FEBRUARY. 27, 2009, the final deposit becomes non-refundable.  Participants are only entitled to receive a refund on the second deposit of $125 before this date.  In the event that your trip is cancelled, arrangements will be made to place you on another trip.

 

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