Rooted in Faith and Relationships
We equip Guatemalan leaders to create safe spaces where children can learn, grow in faith, and build futures free from gang influence.
Gangs recruit children young. Local leaders reach them younger.
We fund and stand with Guatemalan leaders who open the doors of education centers, provide children with daily meals, and give young people a trusted adult and a safe place to belong.
How Guatemalan leaders keep children safe and in school
We resource work that follows a child from first grade through graduation and into working life.
Youth Development
Daily tutoring, school supplies, mentoring, and character development for children at community centers across Guatemala City.
Gang Prevention
Safe spaces, mentoring, and intervention for young people at risk of gang recruitment in Guatemala City.
Community Relief
Nutritious daily meals, vitamins, medical care, and emergency support for children and families.
Walk with a community
Sponsorship connects your generosity to a neighborhood where children are choosing school over gangs every day.
Put resources in local hands
Your gift funds Guatemalan leaders who serve children daily with meals, education, and safe spaces.
From the people who run the centers
“Behind every smile of our children is the generous support of people like you. Thank you for believing in their future and helping make it possible.”
“Thank you for your generosity and love for the children, youth, and families of Sonrisas. Your support allows us to bring hope and joy to the most vulnerable and to share with them the message of salvation.”
“Thank you for believing in the future of these young people alongside us, and for helping us give them hope that dreams can come true when we place them in God’s hands and prepare ourselves to make them a reality.”
“Thank you for your generosity, for believing in these children, and for helping provide them with opportunities to learn and grow. Your support is changing lives and making a lasting, meaningful difference in each of our children’s lives!”
Get the view from Guatemala City
Guatemalan leaders send stories and prayer requests from the centers. Sign up and we’ll share them.
