World Unite!
Project
The social challenges in the Bolivian society complicate free and healthy development for children and young people. The measures implemented by the Fundación Yo Voy A Ti in Cochabamba, Bolivia serve the purpose of promoting children’s development.
Fundación Yo Voy A Ti teaches English, runs a soccer project, and offers informal education and education for preschool children. Most of these children and young adults come from poor families.
Needs
General School Supplies:
Colored Pencils, Erasers, Pencils, Pens, Rulers, Exercise/Composition Books, and White and/or Colored Paper for Drawing, Painting, and Cutting
Reference Materials:
(English) Dictionaries
Flash Cards:
(English and Spanish) Alphabet, Math, and Word
Wall Charts:
(English and Spanish) Human Body, Math, Science, World Maps, Health, Hygiene, Values, and Environment Protection
Text/Reading Books:
(English and Spanish) Age Appropriate Story Books, Biology, General Science, Health, Math
Educational Games/Toys:
Chess Sets, Puzzles, Educational Games to Practice Numbers, Counting, Words, and Letters, Memory Games, and Games to Train the Brain and Practice Creativity, Logic, and Patience
Sports/Outdoor Activity:
Netball/Basketballs, Soccer Balls, and Team Uniforms/Kits for Soccer
Clothing/Shoes:
New or Gently Used Children’s Clothing and New Underwear
Health/Personal Grooming:
Toothbrushes and Toothpaste
Art Supplies for Artist Initiatives and Community Produced Projects:
Watercolor Brushes and Paints
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.
