Pura Vida Hotel
Project
Escuela Tuetal Sur and Escuela Poasito which together serve 600 children from ages 4 through 12 years old.
Needs
Reference Materials:
(Spanish) Dictionaries and Age Appropriate Encyclopedias on CD
Flash Cards:
(Spanish) Alphabet, Math, and Word
Wall Charts:
(Spanish) Human Body, Language, Math, Science, and World Maps
Text/Reading Books:
(Spanish) Age Appropriate Story Books, Biology, General Science, and Health
Computer Hardware/Software:
Solar-Powered Working Laptops
Sports/Outdoor Activity:
Frisbees, Inflation Pumps, Jump Ropes, Netball/Basketballs, and Soccer Balls
First Aid/Health:
Antibiotic Ointment and Band-Aids
Initiatives Supported
Listed on this page are the specific needs requested by the community project(s) so you can choose exactly what to pack for a purpose and express your gratitude to the local community with the supplies you take them. If you prefer, you may reach out directly to them to inquire about items which may be available for purchase locally. Arranging visits to community projects is beyond the scope of our mission. If you wish to visit a project, contact the participant and they can let you know what is possible.
Candy and balloons are not on the needs list as they are harmful for the children and the environment for the following reasons:
• Few of the children benefiting from these projects have access to toothpaste, toothbrushes, or a dentist. The candy promotes cavities.
• The balloons once they become deflated are a choking hazard for local wildlife.
Instead of taking candy or balloons, use that space for additional requested supplies, as they are priceless.
