Purpose
CrossRoads Missions Appalachia seeks to partner with local ministries and organizations in Eastern Kentucky to improve the standard of living, raise expectations, and help families find hope through the grace of Christ. We aim to achieve this by building meaningful relationships within the community, organizing and supporting local activities, and assisting with new home construction, renovations, and remodeling projects.
Partners
CrossRoads Missions Appalachia partners with the Maytown Center, Wayland Historical Society, multiple local churches, senior community centers, schools, and other like-minded ministry organizations to create spaces where people can gather and experience the Gospel in its fullest.
We do this through home repairs, game nights, cookouts, and any other opportunity we can find to spend time building relationships with community members.
Projects
Construction Projects – Trained staff and interns oversee home repair work, including bathroom remodels, wheelchair ramp construction, roofing, painting, and a variety of other jobs suited for people of all skill levels.
Trip Details
We offer four-day, weekend, and week-long volunteer opportunities in Appalachia. These trips are designed for groups to serve the local community through outreach and ministry, while also experiencing the natural beauty of the region.
Weekly Schedule
For week-long trips, groups:
• Arrive: Sunday at 7:00 p.m.
• Depart: The following Saturday morning
Every Wednesday is set aside for a day of rest and recreation. You’ll explore Appalachia through activities like hiking, or a local outdoor experience and enjoy a cookout at a nearby state park.
Activities
Throughout the week, each group is actively involved in:
• Planning and participating in ministry and outreach projects
• Working in teams to complete daily chores and prepare meals
• Daytime programming, including service and learning activities
• Evening events, such as community dinners, game nights, and local music performances
Transportation
Transportation is not provided. Groups must bring their own vehicles to travel between living facilities and worksites. Vans are strongly recommended, as buses are not permitted due to local road and facility limitations.
Lodging
Volunteers stay in a community center that was formerly a school. The facility includes:
• Bunk rooms with 20 bunk beds
• Gender-specific bathrooms, each with 4 showers, 2 toilets, and 2 sinks.
All participants must bring their own bedding, including:
• Sheets
• Blanket
• Pillow
Toiletries are also not provided, so please pack accordingly.
A detailed packing list will be sent after registration.
Meals
All meals during your stay are provided by CrossRoads Missions
You’ll only need extra money for meals while traveling, cultural outings,
Meals are prepared and shared as a team:
Breakfast – Made by participants and staff each morning. Expect hearty favorites like pancakes, eggs, and biscuits with gravy.
Lunch – Picnic-style meals with deli sandwiches, chips, cookies, fruits, and vegetables.
Dinner – Hot, satisfying meals prepared by the group and staff together.
If you have dietary restrictions or allergies, please let us know both in advance and again upon arrival. While we can’t guarantee all requests can be met, we will do our best to accommodate you. In some cases, we may ask for your help in adapting meals to suit your needs.
Cost
Pricing for our Appalachia Trips is as follows: (Per participant)
- Standard Trip 6-nights (Sunday evening – Saturday morning): $450
- 5-nights: $400
- 4-nights: $350
- 3-nights $300
- 2-nights $225
