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A Message from our Executive Director,
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As we step into 2024, I want to express my sincere appreciation for your continued dedication and the incredible impact you've had on our organization. We’re looking forward to working with you all in 2024! We have an amazing year ahead.
2023 was our first year with full-time staff and we achieved even more than we hoped (or planned!). Though there were many more achievements, we have included a few highlights below. In 2023, SOS:
- Hosted 71 service & learning events
- Hosted 34 students from the City of Darmstadt who visited us as part of a sister-city exchange
- Sent 34 travelers on 2 trips to Southern Europe and Ecuador
- Signed up 680 new volunteers
- Served more than 3000+ hours
- Completed 3 amazing Make It Happen projects
- Awarded $33,000 in travel scholarships
- Hosted our first Global Guest speaker, Christo Brand, in San Antonio
2024 marks a significant milestone for us – our 10th Anniversary! We are eager to celebrate this achievement so stay tuned for announcements of exciting programming going on throughout the year. In addition, this year we are looking forward to expanding our Learn programs to include leadership training, career exploration and soft skills development programs, and more! We also look forward to expanding our team of staff and volunteers to reach even more students in every corner of San Antonio.
As we embark on our tenth year, we are excited about the possibilities that lie ahead. Your enthusiasm, and commitment are what make us stronger. Please join us this year as we reintroduce ourselves to San Antonio for our 10-year anniversary and continue making a lasting impact on San Antonio’s students.
With gratitude,
Amir Samandi
Executive Director
Students of Service (SOS)
2023 was our first year with full-time staff and we achieved even more than we hoped (or planned!). Though there were many more achievements, we have included a few highlights below. In 2023, SOS:
- Hosted 71 service & learning events
- Hosted 34 students from the City of Darmstadt who visited us as part of a sister-city exchange
- Sent 34 travelers on 2 trips to Southern Europe and Ecuador
- Signed up 680 new volunteers
- Served more than 3000+ hours
- Completed 3 amazing Make It Happen projects
- Awarded $33,000 in travel scholarships
- Hosted our first Global Guest speaker, Christo Brand, in San Antonio
2024 marks a significant milestone for us – our 10th Anniversary! We are eager to celebrate this achievement so stay tuned for announcements of exciting programming going on throughout the year. In addition, this year we are looking forward to expanding our Learn programs to include leadership training, career exploration and soft skills development programs, and more! We also look forward to expanding our team of staff and volunteers to reach even more students in every corner of San Antonio.
As we embark on our tenth year, we are excited about the possibilities that lie ahead. Your enthusiasm, and commitment are what make us stronger. Please join us this year as we reintroduce ourselves to San Antonio for our 10-year anniversary and continue making a lasting impact on San Antonio’s students.
With gratitude,
Amir Samandi
Executive Director
Students of Service (SOS)
Read more about our accomplishments in 2024 in our Annual Report.
What is SOS?
Students of Service or SOS is working to educate San Antonio youth through community service (service-learning) and travel abroad. Students ranging from 6th and 12th grade have the opportunity to engage in international experiences and participate in meaningful community service opportunities.
The Pillars of SOS
SOS has 3 main pillars that align with our mission: Learn, Serve, and Explore.
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jSOS takes education outside the classroom by providing students the opportunity to learn about history and culture through service and travel.
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We believe it is important for local youth to be engaged and interested in giving back to the community we live in. We host a range of different service events throughout the year.
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Expand your understanding of the
global community by traveling the world. Meet new people, learn new customs, and experience the world first-hand. |
Recognition SOS has been recognized by various organizations for our work in the San Antonio community. Most notably we have been recognized by the White House as well as local San Antonio news channels KENS 5 and KSAT 12.
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TestimonialsSOS aims to help students make a difference in the world. To showcase how much SOS has changed their lives for good, we gathered unedited testimonials from Students, Parents, and partner organizations.
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