Planning an Overland Expedition? This presentation will explain how you can use your trip to make a difference in the communities you visit. The Muskoka Foundation provides meaningful volunteer opportunities for global travelers.

1. So, you’re going on a trip… So, you’re going on a trip…

2. Overlanding can be great fun… Overlanding can be great fun…

3. But wouldn’t it be great to build deeper relationships with the communities you’re visiting? But wouldn’t it be great to build deeper relationships with the communities you’re visiting?

4. …and actually make a difference?

5. Without just hauling cement …or giving away pencils

6. Now there’s a way… Now there’s a way…

7. THE foundation Meaningful Volunteer Programsfor Overland Travelers

8. OUR MISSION: To create a lasting Net Positive Impact ("NPI") in developing communities around the world, by inspiring and equipping a network of overland travelers to: "Do Good As They Go” training • development • cross-cultural relationships

9. we enable our travelers to become“Change Makers” leveraging past experiences: teachers, entrepreneurs, doctors, consultants “Use what you know to make a difference where you go.” training • development • cross-cultural relationships

10. HOW IT WORKS: experienced travelers Muskoka villages Muskoka Foundation Rwanda provides: workshop curricula donated materials network infrastructure pairing with local partners Cambodia Mexico

12. Must have an existing local partner (eg: School, Orphanage, MicroFinanceInsitution)

13. Must be in direct contact with us, via an internal point person (i.e. – no 3rd parties)

14. Must be willing / interested to accept Muskoka Travelers & 1 week workshops

16. Create photo exhibitions and sales (exposure & income for kids)‏

20. Encourage business growth and job growth

23. Record music and provide online sales platform through Net Impact Music (100% of all sales and copyrights goes to musicians)‏

24. Transcribe local languages and customs to post on Wikipedia / other sitesFor a complete list of Muskoka Programs, please see: www.TheMuskokaFoundation.org/programs

26. Jonathan is Executive Editor of Overland Journal

27. They are the authors of dozens of books including Skill and Knowledge for Outdoors, Nature Almanac & 50 Common Reptiles

28. Executive directors of The African Conservation Fundview more profiles online www.TheMuskokaFoundation.org/travelers

30. Doug has written award winning books including How the World Works and The Next Name

31. Background in business, entrepreneurship, event planning, and public speaking

32. Creators of the “Giving Images” photography programview more profiles online www.TheMuskokaFoundation.org/travelers

34. Background in education, journalism, automotive equipment, and photography

35. Combining a sense of wonder, respect and ability to build relationships has allowed them to become personally involved in many of the communities they visitview more profiles online www.TheMuskokaFoundation.org/travelers

37. Create and deploy workshops with significant input from the communities

38. Match communities with high caliber travelers that can train with understanding and heart

39. Measurable results from adult programs through economic development & job creation

40. More engaged & optimistic children from youth programs

41. On-going relationships and contacts that improve the outlook and prospects for individuals in the communities

43. Annual fireside gathering of the travelers somewhere on the planet

44. Negotiated discounts & benefits from foundation sponsors www.TheMuskokaFoundation.org/Basecamp

45. Start your journey Start your journey Step ONE: Talk to us about your route We’ll work with you to find a Muskoka village that fits with your plans & we’ll introduce you to our other travelers who may have valuable lessons.

46. Start your journey Start your journey Step TWO: Choose your program We have many different programs to match your skills & experience. …if we don’t have it, we’ll work with you to make one!

47. Start your journey Start your journey Step THREE: Prep for your trip We will provide you with all of the materials & supplies needed for your programs. You will receive a full briefing on the villages you’ll be visiting & we will introduce you to your contacts before you depart. .

48. Make a difference onthis trip… Make a difference onthis trip…

49. The Muskoka Foundation is a privately funded, non-partisan, secular 501(c)3 registered charity in the United States. For further information, please contact: Alice Gugelev tel: +1(650)888-1283 Alice @ TheMuskokaFoundation.org www.TheMuskokaFoundation.org All rights reserved – © 2009, The Muskoka Foundation