Simply put, there is no such program that I have encountered in the past 20 years of being involved with the investigation and implementation of such programs. If only it was so simple. Governments and NGOs have thrown 3 trillion dollars at poverty, and it appears that we are not much better than … [READ MORE]
Family Time
On September 12th we hosted a special day for the families we work with. On that day, the mamas, and some papas, came to the finca to celebrate and play with their kids. When you live in extreme poverty you don’t get to do much more than work to survive day to day. You don’t […]
2018 Family Fair Fundraiser~Sunday, November 4
Jorge’s First Visit to the Dentist
A few weeks ago Jorge went to the dentist with one of our staff. The dentist looked at Jorge’s teeth and said how bad they were. She explained that because he hadn’t taken care of them before, he was now suffering. Jorge was very upset and explained to the dentist, “My teeth are bad because […]
“I Want to Learn”
On Wednesday morning, Greg, Marelyne and I went into the local community to visit a a family. A week ago, a 13 year old girl had attended one of the our open playground events. While here, she shared with us that she has never gone to school and really wants to learn. We invited her […]
Community visit: Outreach in Chivarabal
In May our staff were warmly received when they went out into Chivarabal to meet with families. After over seven years of being in this community Project Somos is well known and has gained a lot of trust in the area. To gain this kind of trust is not an easy task in a small […]
Jorge’s Story
“I feel really sad because in my family, there is no happiness. My dad is drunk every day and he hits my mom. I am always alone and when I feel sad and have problems, I go into the mountains and cry. I feel so happy that I am now learning letters and will be […]
Report of Directors 2017
Project Somos’ 2017 was characterized by growth on the ground: The Culture Dome was completed, just in time to turn into a school Family House #3 was completed and now serves as staff housing The Clinica de Mateo building was completed and inaugurated. It hosts visiting health and medical teams and will also serve as a neighbourhood […]
Report to Donors 2016-17
We are very proud to share our first ever Report to Donors with all of our supporters. Click on the image to read the full Report and see how far Project Somos Children’s Village has come. We hope you will be amazed by what you have helped achieved by joining this visionary family known as Somos. Report to […]
Women, Cameras and the Gift of Photos
Two weeks ago was a very special week at Project Somos. Eight women photographers showed up at Project Somos with cameras in hand. Lead by Photographer and Photography Instructor, Kellie Bieser, who volunteered her time that week, we embarked on a very inspiring, exciting and emotional week. Each participant donated a Sony point and shoot […]
