Charity Weekend, Puerto Rico
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Facts & Figures: Why we do it
54%
of children on the island live in poverty, one of the highest child poverty rates under the U.S. flag.
So we feed them.
40%
of Puerto Rico's population lives below the federal poverty line.
So we feed them.
30%
of adults living on the island have a college degree.
So we teach them.
3%
Puerto Rico's population has declined by more than 3% since 2020.
So we assist them.
No Cameras, No Posts, No Fame or Recognition
For generations, Puerto Ricans have lived by the belief that “el pueblo cuida al pueblo” meaning the people take care of the people. It is this spirit of collective care that has carried our communities through some of the island's darkest moments. When one family struggles, neighbors cook meals, churches open their doors, community leaders organize, and strangers become family.
Our commitment is to continue that tradition.
This mission is about more than giving. It is about honoring our shared humanity, building lasting relationships, and proving that when communities stand together across borders, compassion becomes stronger than hardship, hope rises above despair, and love becomes a force for lasting change.