SUS College Youth Mission

Egypt 2026

College Youth Mission is our outreach arm for mission work. In partnership with HOPE and OCCM, the SUS College Youth Mission plans an annual mission trip where youth participate in ministry efforts and bring many encouragements from this ministry.

Service Trip to Egypt

Our service trip to Egypt will be dedicated to various ministries in Upper Egypt and the Red Sea region. Our mission work is dedicated to human development and educational programs for children and teens, as well as pastoral work in the villages and orphanages. We will visit holy and ancient sites and monasteries, immersing ourselves in our Coptic roots, and enjoy the culture at some hangout spots! If you have any questions, you can contact frjerome@suscopts.org.

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Trip Information

Participation is limited to university students in undergraduate (at least 18 years old) and professional/graduate programs. There are 20 spots available for this trip.

Trip Dates: May 19 - June 4, 2026 (Plan to leave the U.S. on Sunday, May 17, after the Divine Liturgy. Arrive in Cairo by Monday, May 18, to start our itinerary on May 19, and depart on June 4 at night or the eve of June 5.)

Trip Cost: $850.00

Important Dates:

January 18, 2026 - Registration opens at 4:00 p.m. EST. A 50% deposit ($425) is required when registering.
February 22, 2026 - Remaining 50% balance due ($425)

Included in the cost are accommodations throughout our trip, travel within Egypt, meals at host sites, transportation, and expenses/donations for the various services. Our accommodations will be at monasteries and retreat centers owned by the Coptic Orthodox Church.

Not included in the cost: Airfare, a $25 Tourist Visa for non-Egyptian nationals, and spending money for snacks and miscellaneous meals

Registration

Registration and Payment

We use Zeffy, a free platform for nonprofits that ensures 100% of raised funds go towards our mission. When submitting a payment, the form will prompt you to add a 'contribution' to the platform. This is your choice. To opt out, select 'other' to avoid additional charges other than the cost of the mission trip.

Group Air Travel

If you choose to participate in the group airfare reservations from a major city (e.g., MCO, TPA, FLL, MIA, ATL, BNA, DFW, IAH, PHX), a $100 deposit is required. There is a separate travel form that you can complete after you complete your mission registration form. If the group airfare reservations do not work out, the $100 deposit will be a credit toward your final trip payment. Please decide on this step early on, and whether you want to stay longer after the trip (some airlines allow 'deviation', meaning you can depart earlier and/or return later). Group airfares are best booked three months in advance to guarantee an economical airfare.

Liability Policy

Upon registration, participants must read and sign to confirm they understand and agree with the trip policies.

https://www.jotform.com/sign/252960956312057/invite/01k8ad6v37351d6bff3101fc9b

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