ORLANDO, Fla. (UCFKnights.com) - Knights Without Borders,an annual service-learning trip through the UCF Athletics Department that has been a tradition since 2013, is planning its next outing..
At the beginning of May, current and former student-athletes, along with administrators, will travel to Puerto Rico to provide a variety of services to those affected by Hurricane Maria. This trip provides a unique opportunity for student-athletes to gain a global perspective and get outside their comfort zone all while working alongside members of the community.
The trip to Puerto Rico will consist of a variety of projects to help rebuild and revive the east side of the island. The Knights will be working with:
- A local Boys & Girls Club, improving their community center by creating a healthy and safe space for youth to grow and learn
- An environmental project planting mangrove forests as a part of taking a proactive step in natural disaster prevention
Over the last five years, 103 student-athletes have contributed their time to six different international and domestic communities in need.
From Order of Pegasus winners to Student-Athlete Advisory Committee members to many student-athletes who have gone on to pursue post-graduate degrees, each sport has been represented over the years. It is no surprise that the Knights who have journeyed on a Knights Without Borders trip have been successful in life beyond athletics.
To learn more about past trips and to read personal blogs from the experiences of our student athletes, please CLICK HERE.
If you would like to support us with a donation of any amount, you may do so through our YouCaring fundraising page HERE. We truly appreciate your donations and support!
Disclaimer: Donations made to Knights Without Borders through the YouCaring platform is not tax deductible through the UCF Foundation.