Palau Serve Team Application: Ghana 2026

Palau Serve Team Application: Ghana 2026

A few things first...

Please complete the whole form below, and a non-refundable deposit of $350 toward your trip online at the end of the application. Any incomplete applications will be returned for completion. Please use your full legal name as listed on your passport.

Age Requirements: For foreign trips, the minimum age is 14 years. Exceptions will be made on a case-by-case basis for someone younger than 14 traveling with their parents.

If you have any questions, you may contact the Serve Team Coordinator, Jodie Sheppard, by email jodie.sheppard@palau.org or phone 303-621-4544.
Personal Information
Full legal name (as listed on your passport)*

First NameLast Name
Preferred Name
Gender
Marital Status
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Birthdate*

MonthDayYear
Date
Occupation
Parent/Guardian Name

First NameLast Name
Parent/Guardian Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
T-Shirt Size*

Travel Information
Do you have a passport that is valid through April 27, 2027? *
Are you a US citizen? (If not, your visa process may look different) *
Do you have a family member or close friend who is applying to go on this trip? *
Accommodation Preferences
Would you like a single or double occupancy room?*
Who would you like to room with?

Medical Information
Medical Insurance Company*
Medical Insurance Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Medical Insurance Plan Number*
Please describe your health*
Do you have any health concerns or considerations (medical or psychological conditions,dietary restrictions, etc) that may be challenging for you when going on this trip?*
Do you have any physical conditions, limitations, or disabilities that may be challenging for you when going on this trip? *
Any prohibited activities (for minor team members)?
Do you regularly take medications?
Do you have an EpiPen?
Please list all allergies (medications, food, insects, etc.)
Have you had the Yellow Fever vaccine? (Please be aware that proof of the Yellow Fever vaccine is required to enter Ghana. Please keep it with your passport for entry).
Malaria prevention is strongly recommended. Many medications are started 10 days before the trip. Please contact your doctors office for all your medical questions and needs).

Occupation and Skills
Employer and Occupation
Do you have the ability to take two weeks off of work/school for this trip? *
Are you available for the whole two week trip? *
Do you have any special skills, training or experience which may help determine which projects we help with while in Ghana?
Are you conversational in any language other than English? If yes, please share what languages below.
Do you have previous service trip experience? If yes, please share below.
Have you been to Ghana?*

Faith Questions
How and when did you start following Jesus? *
In what ways are you currently serving the Lord? This could be through church, volunteering in the community, or another ministry you are involved with.*

Additional Questions
What would you describe as your strengths and weaknesses?*
How do you react when you encounter a different opinion or belief? *
How will you ensure you are culturally sensitive to the community you are serving?*
Are you willing to set aside personal preferences in order not to offend our hosts (examples: attire, alcohol consumption and smoking or vaping)?*
Are you prepared for pre-trip and post-trip meetings and requirements? This includes 3 zoom meetings before and one after, payment deadlines and travel requirements, etc.*
Why do you want to be a part of this service trip?*
What do you hope to accomplish during the trip?*
Why do you think it is important to serve internationally? *
What expectations do you have for this trip?*
Have you ever been convicted of a crime?
What concerns and/or reservations do you have?*

References and Signature

Please provide 2 references below.
Reference 1*

First NameLast Name
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Reference 2*

First NameLast Name
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
I understand that there are inherent risks in participating in the Palau Serve Team. I understand that rescue or medical facilities or expertise necessary to deal with situations to which I may be exposed may not be available. I understand all of the inherent risks in participating in this trip. I verify that I am in sufficient physical and mental health to participate in the Palau Serve Team and do not have any physical or mental conditions which could affect my ability to participate.

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Please sign your name below to confirm that you agree that everything on this application is true and to the assumption of risks stated above.
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Personal Information