Short term trips are a great way for individuals, churches, and businesses to connect with the heart of our ministry to those in greatest need. Trips are scheduled throughout the year and typically require no specific skills or experience other than a desire to serve others.
Come experience Jackson, Mississippi through the lens of faith, justice, and reconciliation.
At the John and Vera Mae Perkins Foundation, we don’t just offer mission trips—we invite you to walk alongside us in the very community that helped shape a national movement. Your team will live, serve, and learn in West Jackson, immersed in the same streets and stories where Dr. John Perkins and his family have lived out the Gospel for decades.
Your housing places you in the heart of the city, giving you the opportunity to take in the everyday rhythms of Jackson life firsthand. You’ll be just steps away from historic neighborhoods and surrounded by local restaurants where you can enjoy Southern cooking and community hospitality. Living among the sights, sounds, and textures of urban life is an irreplaceable part of the experience.
Through the work and witness of Dr. Perkins, and now through the ongoing leadership of his family and the Foundation, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the unique challenges and incredible redemptive work happening in Jackson. You’ll learn about urban ministry from people who have been in it for generations, and see how God is raising up local leaders to pursue justice, healing, and hope.
When you serve at JVMPF, you’re stepping into a story already in motion. Your time, energy, and prayers strengthen a legacy of justice and community restoration rooted in the Gospel. This is not about fixing, but about coming alongside—learning, building relationships, and contributing in ways that matter.
You’ll be integrated into hands-on ministry opportunities that reflect the real needs and dreams of our neighborhood—ensuring that your presence brings lasting encouragement and meaningful impact, both to our community and to your team.
The total cost of your Micah Mission Trip is $400 per person for the week.
This includes:
Housing accommodations
Full coordination of your service program
A JVMPF Host or Hosts who will walk with your group throughout your stay
Please note: Meals and transportation are not included in the trip cost.
To reserve your dates, a non-refundable $450 deposit per group is required.
Minimum group size: 7 people
Registration and deposit deadline: 45 days prior to the start of your trip
We offer mission trips that are five to seven days long throughout the year.
Our team will work with you to find a trip length that best serves both your group and our local ministry needs.
To inquire about scheduling a mission trip, please email us at info@jvmpf.org.
We look forward to walking this journey with you.
This group type consists of students entering 6th grade and departing 8th grade along with adult leaders. The minimum age allowed is 12 years old. There must be at least one leader per every five students.
This group type consists of students entering 9th grade and departing 12th grade along with adult leaders . The minimum age allowed is 14 years old. There must be at least one leader per every five students.
This group type consists of students entering 6th grade and departing 12th grade along with adult leaders. The minimum age allowed is 12 years old. There must be at least one leader per every five students.
This group type completely consists of college students along with adult leaders. The minimum age allowed is 18 years old.
This group type consists of adults 18 years old and above.
This group type consists of family units – parents and their children. Age limits vary between cities. Please consult our Home Office: 601-354-1563 or email Elizabeth@jvmpf.org for specific details about Family trips in each city.
Because the availability changes daily, it is not possible to give specific date availability on the website. Email Elizabeth@jvmpf.org or call 1-601-238-2073 for information on specific dates.
Many JVMPF groups include fundraising as part of the mission trip experience. Here are a few resources to help you get started. Please note that JVMPF doesn’t endorse any of the following, but rather, we suggest you investigate each to find the best option for your group! Have a suggestion? Email us!