On the Road
Watching Kids Grow Up in Guadalajara
Two years later, our Director of Development returns to the La Luz Home
After visiting the second of three of our affiliated sites in Mexico, it was time for Ron Carter, Yefiny Mena, and myself to travel from San Miguel de Allende to Guadalajara, where we would be meeting with our volunteer coordinator at the La Luz Home. Remembering the visit before When I was at La Luz two years ago with our Director of International Programs, Luis Bourdet, a few of the children at the home stood […]
Supporting Young Girls’ Independence
At Casa Santa Julia in San Miguel de Allende, children are taught skills for the future
After a wonderful visit to Casa Santa Ines in Mexico City, I couldn’t wait for our President and CEO, Ron Carter, to visit our next affiliated site, Santa Julia, which is a four-hour bus ride away in San Miguel de Allende. Ron, our International Programs Specialist Yefiny, and I arrived in San Miguel in the late afternoon. We planned to meet with Lily, who works in the administrative offices of Santa Julia, the day after. […]
Giving Mothers Peace of Mind in Mexico
Casa Santa Ines helps girls with only one parent receive an education
When I was told that I would accompany the President and CEO of Children Incorporated, Ron Carter, on his first visit to Mexico with our organization, I was beyond excited. It would be my third time seeing our affiliated sites in this magnificent country, but I knew that seeing it with Ron would be a whole new experience and one that I looked forward to immensely. In preparation for our trip, Ron and I spoke […]
Poverty and Education in Latin America
What you need to know about our work helping children and families
In Latin America, poverty often means lower levels of education, and therefore lower income for children once they reach adulthood. When children from impoverished households can’t go to school, they are often subject to crime and exploitation. Without our help, thousands of children in Latin America risk joining the job market at a young age to help their families, which can lead to dangerous situations. FACTS ABOUT POVERTY AND EDUCATION IN LATIN AMERICA – […]
Sponsoring a Child in Mexico
16 Important Questions to Answer
Here at Children Incorporated, we know that sponsoring a child in need is extraordinarily rewarding, so we want to provide you with a guide to walk you through the process. In order to make your decision as easy as possible, here you will find the answers to sixteen of the most common questions we receive about sponsoring a child in Mexico. If you still have questions after reading the following, please feel to contact us, […]
Help Save Children in Mexico
Facts about child poverty in Mexico and how Children Incorporated is helping
Today, Mexico is the world’s tenth most populous nation — and largest Spanish-speaking country by population — with a growing, diversified economy and a relatively stable democratic government. However, despite the country’s wealth of culture, history, natural resources and beauty, many natives and immigrants are plagued by impoverished living conditions. Crime and murder rates in the country are high, and corruption and drug cartel activity are constant sources of concern despite efforts to eliminate them. […]