Winter Break Program
Go all in!
Sko Serve sends teams of college students to engage in meaningful service during their breaks from school. This journey over winter break allows students to explore the United States while making a difference through service, reflecting upon their experience and creating long-lasting connections with others. To learn more, review the Sko Serve participant expectations. We hope you’ll be a part of this experience!
Winter Break 2026 Information
- Participant Application Opens: Sept. 14
- Participant Application Closes: Oct. 26
Program Cost
There is an all-inclusive $250 fee (includes all costs associated with food, lodging and community partner fees). Students with financial need may indicate this on the application for financial assistance.
Wildlife Stewards: Animal Welfare in Kanab
Location: Kanab, Utah
Dates: Sunday, December 13-Sunday, December 20
Join us in Kanab, Utah this winter break as we learn about the importance of animal welfare, whether it be horses, puppies, pigs, or even parrots! Best Friends Animal Sanctuary is the largest no kill animal sanctuary in the Unites States and acts as a beacon of inspiration for refuge and rehabilitation for a variety of species of animals. On this program, you'll help with maintaining resident living spaces, socializing and feeding the animals, and possibly assisting their clinic as well! If you love animals, this is the Sko Serve for you!
Information Sessions
By attending an information session, you will learn:
- What you can expect
- Cost and scholarship opportunities
- What you’ll gain from the experience
- How to apply
Winter Break 2026 dates:
- Coming soon!