our favorite charities

Mayan Families

Mayan Families is a small non-profit group operating in the Highlands of Guatemala, living and working in the Lake Atitlan region. They operate a variety of programs as a comprehensive approach to give a hand to needy Maya people and the communities in which they live. The work of Mayan Families is supported completely through donations, which are tax deductible in the U.S. www.mayanfamilies.org

Dillon International Adoption

Since 1972, Dillon International's mission has been the commitment to providing the best lifetime of care for each homeless child they are privileged to serve. Many children throughout the world are still in need of a permanent, loving family. Dillon International has a long history in international adoption beginning with a South Korea program. Through the years they have helped homeless children in various countries, including Guatemala and Vietnam until the adoption doors were recently closed. Currently, they offer programs in China, Haiti, India, and Korea. www.dilloninternational.org

El Cielo Para los Ninos de Ecuador (Heaven for Ecuador's Children)

Providing medical attention, including surgery, and basic necessities such as food and clothing for Ecuador's poorest children and families. www.come.to/cielo