This story is being shared as part of our Summer Match Campaign. We have $25,000 of match funding, doubling all donations until 31st July 2025. For more information, follow this link. Thank you. At Project Somos, we often talk about education and nutrition. But the truth is, our work goes far … [READ MORE]
Helping Girls Like Fatima Find The Place They Belong 💜
Fatima’s Story Here you can read more about our $62,000 Match Funding Campaign. Thank you. I would like to introduce you to Fatima, a bright and resilient nine-year-old with a big heart and boundless potential. Fatima, pictured above playing a learning game, faces challenges in her local public school where, despite her eagerness, the lack […]
From Fear to Triumph: Josue’s Journey to Confidence Through Football
Josue’s Story Meet nine-year old Josue. Josue is a shy, reserved child who wanted to love football but found it intimidating. This is unusual in Guatemala, as like many cultures around the world, football is a big part of Guatemala. The fast-paced action of the game, the sound of the whistle, and the pressure made him […]
Finding Love and Acceptance: Valentina’s Journey at Project Somos
Valentina’s Story Meet nine-year old Valentina. Valentina is registered in a local public school, but she has a developmental disability, and the school simply doesn’t have the resources, training, love, or patience to help her. In public school, Valentina felt utterly lost. The kids bullied her incessantly. They laughed at her, called her crazy, […]
Celebrating Teachers’ Day: Honoring the Heart of Project Somos
A dedication to our teachers from Marelyne Ramirez, director of educational programs. To support our teachers so they can continue their dedication to the children, please donate to our Summer Giving Campaign. On June 25, teachers are celebrated in Guatemala. At Proyecto Somos, we are incredibly proud of our teachers and love to celebrate them […]
Empowering Yesica: Transforming Lives Through Our Girls Empowerment Club
This story is part of a series of stories supporting our Summer Giving Campaign. Please support our campaign which will be directed our Annual Fund, supporting girls and boys education for 2024. Thank you. Empowering Yesica: Transforming Lives Through Our Girls Empowerment Club In a small, quiet corner of our community, lives Yesica, a very […]
When your world is opened up through reading
This story is part of a series of stories supporting our Summer Giving Campaign. Please support our campaign which will be directed our Annual Fund, supporting girls and boys education for 2024. Thank you. When your world is opened up through reading Nine-year-old Jenni had struggled with reading for years until her mother found help […]
Arne ‘Magic Man’ Bister
Arne’s story is part of a series of stories supporting our Holiday Season Giving Campaign. Please enjoy reading his story of why he considers supporting Project Somos is the best gift you can make this holiday season. Thank you. Arne ‘Magic Man’ Bister Arne ‘Magic Man’ Bister is the Chairman of the Board of Project […]
When You Can’t Feed Your Children
This migration story is part of a series of stories supporting our Holiday Season Fundraising Campaign. Please consider a donation to help families and children before they become so desperate, they make this harrowing journey. Thank you. When You Can’t Feed Your Children While recently driving in Mexico, Greg and I saw thousands of migrants […]
Jocelyn’s Story
Jocelyn’s story is part of a series of stories supporting our Holiday Season Fundraising Campaign. Please consider a donation to help Jocelyn and children just like her get the nourishment they need to grow. Thank you. Jocelyn’s Story Joselyn is a bright, intelligent, happy young girl with a great passion for exploring and learning. When […]
