We are delighted and honored that you have chosen to serve alongside African Children's Mission in Uganda as an intern. Our hope is that this webpage helps fully prepare and equip you for a successful internship. Please feel free to email our administrator if you have any questions at all.
mission trip summary
Required documentation
Mission Trip Application
ACM Commitment Form and Liability Release
Pastor Recommendation Form
Background Check
E-Visa
A Valid Passport
expiration date MUST be more than 6 months after you return to the US
Yellow Fever Immunization
expiration date MUST be more than 6 months after you return to the US
Yellow Fever Immunization
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The estimated costs for an internship include:
Airfare: ~$1,300 - $2,300
30 Day Internship: *$2,350
accommodations, admin fee, background check, food, lodging, transportation, internship fee, travel insurance, etc
*plus $40/day for any day over 30
E-Visa: **$50
**if more than sufficient funds are raised, immunization expenses may be reimbursed (receipt required).
Recommended Spending Money Amount: $150
Optional Safari or Rhino Trek
When possible, teams are encouraged to go and see some of God's amazing animals in their natural habitat. A rhino trek is a one-day experience and costs around $80. A one- or two-night safari typically costs between $400-$700, depending on team size and selected accommodations.
Optional Staff Gratuity
Upon your return, gratuities may be sent to ACM's US office. They will be shared equally among ACM's Ugandan staff.
Immunizations:
The Yellow Fever immunization is required for entry into Uganda
The COVID-19 vaccine is recommended for any ACM intern
If more than sufficient funds are raised, immunization expenses may be reimbursed (receipt required).
Required Reading:
ACM Handbook
Helping Without Hurting in Short-Term Missions, Steve Corbett & Brian Fikkert
African Friends & Money Matters, David E. Maranz
Let the Nations be Glad, John Piper
Airfare: ~$1,300 - $2,300
30 Day Internship: *$2,350
accommodations, admin fee, background check, food, lodging, transportation, internship fee, travel insurance, etc
*plus $40/day for any day over 30
E-Visa: **$50
**if more than sufficient funds are raised, immunization expenses may be reimbursed (receipt required).
Recommended Spending Money Amount: $150
Optional Safari or Rhino Trek
When possible, teams are encouraged to go and see some of God's amazing animals in their natural habitat. A rhino trek is a one-day experience and costs around $80. A one- or two-night safari typically costs between $400-$700, depending on team size and selected accommodations.
Optional Staff Gratuity
Upon your return, gratuities may be sent to ACM's US office. They will be shared equally among ACM's Ugandan staff.
Immunizations:
The Yellow Fever immunization is required for entry into Uganda
The COVID-19 vaccine is recommended for any ACM intern
If more than sufficient funds are raised, immunization expenses may be reimbursed (receipt required).
Required Reading:
ACM Handbook
Helping Without Hurting in Short-Term Missions, Steve Corbett & Brian Fikkert
African Friends & Money Matters, David E. Maranz
Let the Nations be Glad, John Piper
