"Children are our future and carry our hopes and dreams for the world. To realize their dreams and to truly fulfill their potential, children must live in a world that protects them, listens to their needs and respects their dignity."
Plan Canada (www.plancanada.ca)

UNICEF estimates that there are over100 million street children in the world with 40 million residing in Latin America alone. Children and youth living on the street may have separated themselves from family due to various circumstances beyond their control such as poverty, abuse or dysfunctional homes and institutions. Living on the street deprives children of protection from such abuse and exploitation, and excludes them from school, healthcare and other basic needs that impact their development and their future. Some of these children may live their entire lives on the street while others become orphans.

Orphanages and shelters can provide a safe haven for children and youth and can become their only line of defense against poverty. They can provide basic assistance and much needed individual attention while others have programs designed to provide counseling, education, and other social services. Orphanages and shelters act as temporary or permanent residence until the children are adopted or until they mature and are able to live a prosperous life on their own.

Isa Mundo is committed to supporting and forming a partnership with orphanages, shelters and other child-centered organizations by providing funding for annual activities, events and other much needed supplies. It is with hope that children and youth will have the opportunity to play, learn and be active in a safe and nurturing environment where they can grow and thrive.

Grace Educational Foundation - Goa, India
Casa de Sion Orphanage - Santiago Atitlan, Guatemala
Maligayang Paslit - Bambang, Philippines
Mi Bébé Y Yo - Lake Chapala, Mexico