Peru is a country where 44 percent of its people live below the poverty line, and over 70 percent of the rural population live in homes with dirt floors. The Fuller Center in Peru has been working to build safe, decent, and affordable housing for those in need in the small migrant community of La Florida. Most of the families are migrant workers or day laborers who don't earn enough for decent homes, so they live in structures made of reed panels.

Participants will have the chance to collaborate directly with homeowners and local residents in constructing these new homes. The volunteer tasks for the ongoing construction involve various activities, including concrete work, handling rebar, digging holes, transporting construction materials, stacking bricks, and more. Beyond providing secure housing, these trips will help the local economy progress by offering employment opportunities for locals and providing a fulfilling learning curve for everyone involved.

This trip is an ideal fit for those with a passion for service, exploration, and immersing themselves in new cultures!

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