Puerto Vallarta, as with many areas on Banderas Bay, has a culture of giving back that is noteworthy. This is only a fraction of the active organizations that work to ensure that Puerto Vallarta continues to be a great place to work and live in harmony with nature.
Cruz Roja (Red Cross) - The Red Cross is the only facility that is authorized to treat injured people on the street and transport them to facilities where they can receive care/shelter. The Red Cross regularly solicits donations to of money and medical supplies to support its operations. Call 222-1533
R.I.S.E. (The Reguion Infantil Santa Esperanza - Children's Shelter of Hope) is a shelter for infants and children under the age of 14 who have been referred from the local social welfare agency (Desarrollo Integral de la Familia) to receive the physical, psychological, and educational support not being given by their families. Often these children are being protected from abusive and neglectful situations.
Becas Vallarta, A.C. is a non-profit foundation that raises funds for and administers scholarships to students with an average of 8.5 or better in Puerto Vallarta who have limited means to support the enhancement of their education. Over 300 high school and university students have been educationally enriched through this organization.
Pro Biblioteca de Vallarta - This center is the only public space in Puerto Vallarta to house a library, a cultural center and an exhibition space. Attracting 300 people at day with its diverse array of presentations, The Los Mangos public library makes culture accessible to the people of Puerto Vallarta.
Ecológico de Puerto Vallarta - is an organization that lobbies for the protection of the environment; especially endangered species of plants and animals, most notably, marine turtles. It develops targeted educational and community-action programs that will create a more sustainable future for Puerto Vallarta.
HealthCare Resources Puerto Vallarta - HealthCare resources Puerto Vallarta is a multi-faceted, independant resource network that is here for your total health and well-being. We offer multiple no-charge and minimal-charge services to the residents and visitors of Vallarta and Banderas Bay as your comprehensive solution for all of your healthcare needs offering Referrals, Medical Tourism, Home Care services, Insurance, Upcoming events, Speakers programs and Support Groups as well as Puerto Vallarta Charity support. For more information please contact Pamela Thompson Tel. (322) 222-9638, 044 322 107 7007, Nextel 145 6912 , email Pamela@healthcareresourcespv.comor visit the website: HealthCareResourcesPuertoVallarta.com
The S.P.C.A. de P.V. - is a non-profit organization with the mission to help fund and promote sterilization, adoption, and healthcare efforts for companion animals in the Puerto Vallarta area, with the goal of eliminating the euthanasia of healthy and adoptable animals. Monies raised will support these various goals in ways that are more feasible within the community.To help as a contributor or volunteer or for further information, please contact: spcapv@gmail.com. . Visit our website at www.spcapv.com
Amigos de los Animales ( Friends of the Animals). - - Is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping ALL animals in Puerto Vallarta and the surrounding communities. The goal is to educate the people in the importance of proper treatment of animals whether they are pets, strays or wild. This education includes neutering and spaying, proper feeding, veterinary care, and helping abandoned strays find good homes with locals and foreigners. We try to provide medical care through the assistance of local veterinarians when our funds permit us to do so. Our contact information: Roie Griego Tel. (322) 223-3576 or Rosie Carrandi Tel. (322) 222-0586 email: roieg@prodigy.net.mx
Help the Animals / Mexico Animals. - free spay and Neuter Clinics, assists in animal foster care and adoption. Contact Molly Fisher at (322) 138-5064 or write to her at: mollyinmexico@yahoo.com
Down Association (Asocación Down) - The foundation for assistance to persons with Down's Syndrome dedicates its work to the rehabilitation of Down's Syndrome children for entrance into the regular school system. Make a donation or volunteer, contact Ana Catalina Eisenring at Tel. (322) 224-9577.
Eagle's Wings Foundation - Focuses on providing financial support to organizations and services that benefit children. Please contact us at (322) 224-4848.
Make a wish Foundation of Mexico. - The mission of Make-A-Wish foundation of Mexico is to grant wishes for Mexican children with life. Threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. MAW is a registered national non-profit foundation that is part of an international organization operation in more than 30 countries in the world. MAW Mexico has granted wishes to children from more than 20 states in Mexico. Donations are used to grant wishes and are tax deductible in the USA and Mexico. For more information, call Rosario Cibrian(322) 222-9112 or 01 800 DESEOS 1 (337)-3671 or send an email to info@makeawishmexico.org.www.makeawishmexico.com
Casa Hogar - Is an established orphanage near the airport for children from birth to 14 years of age. Most of the kids have families who are unable to care for them. Contact Luz Aurora Arrendonado at Tel. (322) 221-1908 or email casahogar_maximocornejo@hotmail.com
Children of the Dump - Orginally founded in 1998 as Feed the Children Vallarta , the mission of Children of the dump is to educate the poor children of Puerto Vallarta in the skills necessary to rise above poverty. Through private donations, the program feeds more than 2300 children daily, operates nine day care centers and an after-school program for grades 3 through 6; teaching them English, math and computers. If you would like to volunteer or make a tax deductible donation, contact Arthur Fumerton at arthurefumerton@yahoo.com
Families of the Dump - FAD provides spiritual, physical and emotional support to the families at the Puerto Vallarta city dump and surrounding villages, including food, water; clothing; medical and dental services and home repairs. To participate or make a charitable donation, meet at Paradise Village Hotel lobby every Wednesday at 9:30 am, attend a Paradise Village Sunday Church service (in English) on Sunday mornings at 10:30 am. Contact Winnie Giesbrecht at grannie_grand639@hotmail.com
Desarrollo Integral de la Familia (DIF) - .- A municipal service, part of the federal system of family Services that assists not only in times of emergency, but also with ongoing education, health, and training programs for the whole family. Contact City Hall (322) 221-0058.
Discapacitados de Vallarta A.C. - An association of handicapped individuals dedicated to helping one another lead productive lives. Contact Ivan Applegate at (322) 221-5153.
International Friendship Club (IFC) - Funds many projects such as the Cleft Palate Program, classroom and school restroom construction, emergency assistance to those with limited resources. Donations to the American-Mexican Foundation are tax deductible in the USA and Mexico. Contact Clubhouse (322) 222-5466
Pasitos de Luz (Moms united for the rehabilitation of their children) - Provides care and support to children with various handicaps. Contact at Tel. (322) 299-3605.
PEACE(Protection, Education, Animals, Culture and Environment) - is a Banderas Bay non-profit endeavour that acts as an umbrella organization for Casa Comunidad, Ayuda los animals (Help the Animals) , a Women's Co-op, ( Manos de Mujeres Unidas) and Community Pride. Offering free community service programs such as animal spay and neuter clinics and English classes for children and adults, PEACE is a U.S. non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization and a Mexican Civil Association that issues facturas (invoices)for donations. For more information, please visit PeaceMexico.org
Vallarta Enfrenta el SIDA A.C. - Vallarta Enfrenta el SIDA is an essential partner in the fight against HIV in the Banderas Bay region. From their offices in downtown Puerto Vallarta, as well as at health fairs held regularly throughout the area, the legally chartered non- profit provides free HIV testing and counselling, free condoms, risk reduction education and prevention programs, and referrals to medical and social services providers. For information, assistance, or to volunteer or donate, please call (322) 223-0535 or send an email to: contactosvallartaenfrentasida.org
Vallarta Botanical Gardens - The Puerto Vallarta Botanical Gardens is an oasis of lush tropical plants and flowers located in the Sierra Madre Mountains. With over 3,000 species of plants, and having a unique tropical dry forest ecosystem at 1,300 feet above sea level, it is a valuable educational research centre. Local fundraising efforts and volunteers keep these gardens open year round.
For more information on Puerto Vallarta, see the Banderas Business Directory. |
