Providing Deserving Scholars with Exceptional Opportunities
Faces of America alumni are recruited from many different backgrounds, cultures and communities across the United States. Broadening the horizons of these young men and women through cultural and community service experiences, they emerge as young adults equipped with the tools necessary to lead better lives.
Learn more about some of their inspirational stories.
Melissa Nuñez
Home: Chicago, IL
Community-Based Partner: Metro Achievement Center
Faces of America Destination: Ghana, Summer 2011
"As I returned back to the United States, I realized that I have indeed grown as a person. I am more understanding, grateful, and willing."
Read Melissa's story of her Summer in Ghana
Elizabeth Humphrey
Home: Calumet City, IL
Community-Based Partner: LINK Unlimited
Faces of America Destination: Egypt, summer 2009
"With the support I received from LINK Unlimited and from AFS-USA, I was able see a whole new part of the world which would have otherwise been out of my reach – studying abroad was the best decision I have made yet."
Read an interview with Elizabeth about her Faces of America summer experience.
Erika Marte
Home: Bronx, NY
Community-Based Partner: SummerSearch NYC
Faces of America Destination: New Zealand, Summer 2010
"...I knew the only thing that kept me from succeeding and overcoming challenges was me."
Read an interview with Erika about her Faces of America summer adventure in New Zealand
