Since 1996, Aggies have been spending their fall and spring breaks serving in communities near and far. Become an active citizen by learning about current social issues, about what organizations throughout the country are doing to make a difference, and by getting your hands good and dirty.
All of our Alternative Breaks programming centers on full engagement, which includes being alcohol- and drug-free.
Alternative Fall Break | Community Rebuilds
- Moab, UT
Join us in Moab, UT as we volunteer with Community Rebuilds and Youth Garden Project and learn approaches organizations are taking to build both homes and a healthy, interconnected community.
Applicants who are accepted will commit to attending one meeting in advance of the alternative break to learn about the issue topic and the root causes of the work that they will do.
Applications and pretrip meeting information to come.
Presidents Day Alternative Break | Community Responses to Homelessness
- February 14-16, 2026
- Salt Lake City, UT
- COST: $95
This trip has been filled. Applications for the waitlist are still being accepted.
Join us in Salt Lake City, UT as we volunteer with The Other Side Academy, The Road Home, and Fill-the-Pot and learn approaches organizations are taking to provide services to community members experiencing homelessness.
Applicants who are accepted will commit to attending one meeting in advance of the alternative break to learn about the issue topic and the root causes of the work that they will do.
MEETING DATE: February 2nd 4-5:30pm in TSC
Alternative Spring Break Trip 1 | Animal Welfare
- March 9-15, 2026
- Kanab, UT
- COST: $303
Join us as we travel to Kanab, UT to volunteer at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary and Zion National Park, learning about animal welfare. We’ll also take time to explore the area’s stunning red-rock landscapes.
Applicants who are accepted will commit to attending two meetings in advance of the alternative break to learn about the issue topic and the root causes of the work that they will do.
MEETING DATES: February 25th & March 4th at 4-5:30pm in TSC
Alternative Spring Break Trip 2 | Community Food Access
- March 9-14, 2026
- San Francisco, CA
- COST: $245 (does not include air fare or local public transportation on-site)
Join us in San Francisco, CA, where we’ll volunteer with GLIDE’s Daily Free Meals Program, the Waller Urban Retreat Center, & the Haight Ashbury Food Program while learning how local organizations are working on community-based food access. We’ll also set aside a day to explore the city’s iconic landmarks and unique neighborhoods.
Applicants who are accepted will commit to attending two meetings in advance of the alternative break to learn about the issue topic and the root causes of the work that they will do.
MEETING DATES: February 25th & March 4th at 4-5:30pm in TSC
Read the contract for Alternative Breaks conduct (PDF) that all participants will be asked to sign
Read the liability waiver that all participants will be asked to sign
Read the photo/video release that all participants will be asked to sign
