The money paid covers all transportation costs to and from Sierra Leone, housing, food and drink while in Sierra Leone, materials for work projects, and some miscellaneous costs.  The money does not cover Passport expenses, travel visa, vaccinations, food enroute to Sierra Leone, and souvenir money.  You will be given several deadlines, some are listed below, indicating when payments are due. We encuorage team members to send donation letters to raise support or conduct other fundraisers to fund their trip.  Ultimately, however, it is the responsibility of the team member to make sure the total cost of the trip is covered.