One of our many crops here at Project Somos is chia. We LOVE chia. It's great as an egg replacement in baking, it's wonderful to add to smoothies and it makes the best puddings. During this episode, the kids will take you out into the Somos farm and show you chia growing and then how we dry it … [READ MORE]
Re-Opening in 2021!
Today at Project Somos we are happily looking ahead to receive children from the local community on January 18th. We have received word from the government that school will be permitted to reopen with COVID-19 restrictions, ie, masks, social distancing, limited numbers and outdoor classrooms and lunchrooms. We are preparing our outdoor patio spaces to […]
Kids’ Cooking Show ~Episode #3 Chia Mango Pudding
One of our many crops here at Project Somos is chia. We LOVE chia. It’s great as an egg replacement in baking, it’s wonderful to add to smoothies and it makes the best puddings. During this episode, the kids will take you out into the Somos farm and show you chia growing and then how […]
Kids’ Cooking Show ~Episode # 2~ Dog Biscuits in Memory of Tika
For Episode 2 of our Kid’s Cooking Show, you will learn how to make yummy biscuits for your dog companions. Watch as Meily, Mishel and Kenny take over the kitchen to make these treats and then share with FIVE dogs! Kids’ Cooking Show Episode #2
COVID Crisis in Guatemala
Guatemala has been relatively fortunate in the global landscape of COVID with 557 cases and 16 deaths. Although being a small country of 16 million people, much of the population could be vulnerable because half of the inhabitants live in poverty in crowded living conditions. There is a newly elected president that took decisive action. […]
Kids’ Cooking Show ~ Episode #1 ~ Learn to make Rosemary Artisan Bread
At Project Somos we teach children about food, through our Farm to Table Program. They learn to plant, harvest, cook and eat healthy food. We incorporate different learning opportunities into the whole process. And guess what? It works! The kids are falling in love with food. Every part of it! We hope this video will […]
Guest Blogger ~ Volunteer, Ren Workman
14 Days, 14 Thoughts It has now been 2 weeks since I’ve arrived at Project Somos as a volunteer assisting with the garden, social media, and fundraising! Even though it’s a short amount of time, I have already learned and experienced so much. In an effort to sum it all up, here are 14 thoughts […]
Guest Blogger~Volunteer, Emelie Deans
I came to Project Somos on September 16th after a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport, where I was living. After a long car ride, a short shopping trip in Tecpan, and 20 minutes on a dirt road, I arrived at the Project. I was at first taken back by the remoteness, stillness, and […]
Guest Blogger~Long-time Volunteer, Aliki Kaloupis
From washing people’s hair to painting buildings to working with the children, I truly feel as though Project Somos has become a part of me. I have been involved with Project Somos for over a decade and it has been such an incredible experience to watch it grow throughout the years. This is my third […]
Vancouver Pop-Up October 15th + Online Silent Auction!
You’re Invited: Vancouver Pop-Up, October 15th + Online Silent Auction is Now LIVE! Vancouver Pop-Up Event this TUESDAY! EVENT DETAILS: Tuesday October 15th 7:30 – 10PM 718 East 20th Ave (Fraser & 20th) Vancouver, BC We would like to invite you to join us in Vancouver on Tuesday, October 15th! We have a public event […]