The Challenge
In Bolivia there are over 9,000 children living in state run homes. These children grow up believing they are disposable, invisible, insignificant, and unloved.
As young adults, they are required to leave these homes when they reach the age of 18. Often they struggle with this transition and statistics tell us that 85% turn or return to living on the streets and homelessness.
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These young people are intelligent and capable of completing a post-secondary vocational, college or university education. Unfortunately they do not have the finances to pay for this education, a place to live or a supportive network of relationships while doing so. ​
Our Solution
La Jornada is a Canadian registered charity operated out of Santa Cruz, Bolivia, that assists young men in their pursuit of meaningful careers by funding their post-secondary education.
La Jornada provides these young men with a home and support system while they study and complete their education. All of these young men are ex-street kids, were abandoned as children or come from families trapped in poverty.
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At La Jornada they are able to live in a family orientated atmosphere where secure relationships, tutoring, life coaching encouragement and advice are available.
How You Can Help
Money raised by La Jornada provides food and housing for ten residents, and covers tuition and transportation costs while they are enrolled in full-time post-secondary education.
Your gift will help one of these young men further their dream of a career and a future free from the worries of poverty. It will help bring hope and build leaders for the future.
