Mission Trips in Appalachia - Appalachia Service Project

Lead your youth on a life-changing Mission Trip with ASP in summer 2025!

Youth and Group Leaders call ASP “a life-changing experience”!

**SPECIAL OFFER** for first-time groups: $0 registration fee!

Fill out this interest-only form to see if ASP is the right fit for your group. No commitment or deposit is required. We do not share your information, and will only use it to contact you about missions opportunities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of mission trips do you offer?

Appalachia Service Project offers year-round, all-inclusive home repair mission trips for volunteers of all ages and construction experience levels.

Youth — Structured, week-long and weekend trips for middle and high school students, tailored for youth volunteers
College — Immersive service-learning experiences for students year-round, especially during fall, spring, and winter breaks
Adults — Customizable mission trips to fit any construction experience or time of year (repair or new build construction projects)

What types of construction projects will we work on?

From ramps and roofs to painting and flooring, ASP completes a variety of home repair and new home construction projects, tailored for youth and adult volunteers. We’ll pair your group with projects that fit your skill level so you can roll up your sleeves and get to work.

When are the week-long summer trips available?

Trips are available every week (minus holidays) throughout the year. Week-long summer mission trips start in June and go through August.

Where in Appalachia do you serve?

ASP serves in 20+ counties throughout KY, NC, TN, VA, and WV. Our team is happy to talk with you about center location assignments.

Why ASP over other mission trips?

Since 1969, ASP has deployed more than 400,000 volunteers on mission trips throughout Appalachia, repairing more than 18,000 homes along the way. Our core focus is eliminating substandard housing by providing transformational mission trip experiences to volunteers.

What you get when you lead your youth on a mission trip with ASP:

Week-long, all-inclusive and affordable trips designed especially for youth with an adult leader
Hands-on home repair experience serving families living in the heart of Appalachia
We take the weight of planning and accommodations off your shoulders so you’re free to minister to your youth

How will ASP keep us safe during COVID-19?

Your group’s health and safety are our top priorities. Hosting protocols and safety precautions have been added based on CDC and local health officials’ recommendations, and will continue to be updated as your trip approaches. Protocols may include symptom checks, face masks, social distancing, sanitation, exterior work prioritized, and more. See our full list of protocols here.

How much do mission trips cost?

Week-long trips (Sunday to Saturday) are $350/volunteer/week and custom trips are $70/volunteer/workday. ASP mission trips are truly all-inclusive and cover everything from lodging and food to construction materials and programming.

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“Sharing our time volunteering at ASP were some of the most rewarding events/years we’ve ever done. The joy you get working with the families, kids and ASP team members is epic! It’s something you will never forget!”
Char WellsAdult Volunteer

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“Words can't describe the experience I had this week. The fact that our group was able to touch the lives of so many families in Kentucky is amazing. This week I discovered the true meaning of joy through 4 year old Christian at my worksite. I experienced love in action and I am so blessed to have been a part of this trip.”
Kat ArenaHigh School Volunteer

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“They are a blessing. Wonderful people , with such love. i will never forget them or forget what they've done for me. God bless each and every person involved in ASP. I know they make Him proud and He is smiling at them. Thank you!”
Della IsaacsHomeowner