FAQ's
People have all kinds of questions about the World Race. Here are a few commonly asked questions:
Q: What qualities are you looking for in World Race participants?
A: We are looking for Racers with good attitudes, limited emotional baggage, and a willingness to change. We are looking for people who are passionate about seeing God’s kingdom manifest itself in the world. While ministry and travel experience are helpful, lack thereof will not exclude you from possibly participating in the World Race.
Q: What is the application process for the World Race?
A: Applying for the World Race is not complicated nor is it a competitive process. You don't need to beat out the “next guy” or the “next girl”. We simply want to be sure the World Race will be a healthy experience full of growth for you and for the people around you.
You start right by going to the Apply page, selecting a race, clicking the Apply button. After that, you fill out a complete application online and pay your application fee. We prayerfully review all applications and if everything looks good we will call you for a telephone interview. The entire process can take less than a week!
Q: What do we actually “do” on the Race?
A: Every day on the World Race will look a little different. Some days will be packed full with construction, VBS, building relationships with orphans, or praying for the sick at a hospital. Some days could be slower where you shop for groceries at the market, cook for your team, and spend time praying for the community you walk through. Every day will be focused on being a part of God's Kingdom work, in every way that could look! Just Contact Us and we'd be happy to share our stories about life on the Race!
Q: How old do you have to be to go on the World Race?
A: You have to be between 21 and 35 years of age. If you will turn 21 at some point on the Race, you are eligible and can apply.
Q: Do you accept married couples?
A: Absolutely! Each person will need to apply and you will be interviewed seperately, but the race is an amazing way to experience God as a couple.
Q: How are Teams and Leaders organized and selected?
A: During training camp, our staff will go through a process to organize you in to teams. For each team, we will select one person to be designated the team leader. While they are a peer on the Race, we will ask them to have an extra level of responsibility with your team.
In addition, you will have squad leaders. These are alumni from the program who have been there and done that. They will travel with your squad for the first few months on the field. They will train leaders on how it all works and help you as a squad learn the ropes of world travel.
Q: When and what is Training Camp?
A: Approximately 6-8 weeks prior to your race start date, you will meet for 9 days of preparation for your trip around the world. You will be there with your team, leaders and the World Race training staff so you get to see us, we get to see you, and you get to know each other. Cross cultural ministry training, learning how to share your stories, and learning to live in close community are but a few of the topics covered. Click here for a deeper look at Training Camp.
Q: How much does it cost to participate in The World Race?
A: The World Racers, on average, will raise $14,300 through the process of support raising. We have staff members that will help you in the support raising process. (For more information, Support Raising 101.) We only require a portion of the money to be raised before you leave; the rest can be raised while you are on the field. No one has left the field because of a lack of support. When God calls, He provides.
Q: What is covered in this cost?
A: The funds that you raise cover all team costs once the trip begins. This includes: food, lodging, and air, land & sea travel. It also covers administrative costs, setup costs, coaching costs, debrief costs, and training prior to and at the start of the Race.
It does not include: personal spending money, travel to the training, travel to the start point, return travel home from a major U.S. city at the conclusion of the Race, medical insurance [required], and vaccinations. With the exception of personal spending money, you are permitted to raise additional funds to cover these costs and may reimbursed from the excess support you raise.
Still have questions? Just click here to Contact Us and World Race alumni will get back with you as quickly as possible to help get them answered!
