Our projects
- We are implementing modest clean up and reconstruction projects over the short- and medium-term. We are particularly concerned with families who have been bypassed by other aid organizations--so as to make a direct contribution to the livelihood of Catarinecos affected by hurricane Stan.
- We are developing connections between individuals and organizations working to implement aid work so as to make the aid process more efficient.
- We are looking into longer-term possibilities for relocating families who, because they are among the poorest Catarinecos, live dangerous proximity to the rivers.
We have considerable collective familiarity with the place, the politics, the language, and the people of Santa Catarina--which allows us efficiently assess needs and act effectively to address them.
The following describe projects in various stages of completion.
Scholarships for 2006 school yearOngoing Project: Scholarships for middle school studentsWe have started a scholarship program for middle school (básico) students in Santa Catarina Palopó. |
Water filters for Santa Catarina P.Ongoing Project: Distribution of water filtersWe are subsidizing the purchase of water filters (http://www.waterfiltersforthepoor.org) that can produce clean water for up to two years. |
Las ManosOngoing Project: Construction of sanitary facilities at Las ManosWe made a monetary contribution toward the construction of new sanitary facilities at Las Manos, the biggest settlement of displaced people in Panajachel. |
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Cleanup, constructionOngoing Project: Construction of retaining wall for widowed mother |
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Retaining wallOngoing Project: Construction of a retaining wall and reconstruction of homeWe gave a donation to purchase materials to construct a retaining wall. The wall will help protect the property of three families. |
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Cleanup, reconstruction near bottom of riverCompleted Project: Labor, shelter, and monetary aid for low income family. |
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Cleanup near bottom of riverCompleted Project: CleanupWith the help of donations, we were able to hire workers to clear out the rubble. We are now looking for ways either to fund the reconstruction of a home or to relocate them to a safer location. |
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