Empower Children's Futures in El Alto
In September 2022, Help Bolivia Foundation launched Project Ludoteca in Villa Ingenio, a deprived neighborhood of El Alto, Bolivia. This vital initiative provided play therapy and nutritional support to over 40 children aged six to 13 every Saturday afternoon. These children, coming from primarily single-parent and impoverished households, faced significant setbacks when education shifted online in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Many have learning disabilities, compounding their challenges.
Our dedicated team included three educators who fostered a safe and joyful environment, allowing the children to momentarily escape the stresses of daily life. Two volunteer program managers and several parents collaborated to prepare a nutritious snack, a highlight for the kids. The parents, many of whom cannot read or assist with homework, were desperate for educational support for their children.
Expanding Our Impact
In March 2025 HBF opened the Juk'at Juk'ata Centre in El Alto to combine the programs from Villa Ingenio and Tahuantinsuyo into one full time program for all the children. This expansion allowed us to provide comprehensive education support, hot nutritious meals, ongoing psychological therapy, and skills training for parents. 50 children registered in the program, with the plan to expand to add 30 more. This vision can only become a reality with donations from kind and generous people like you.
Join Our Movement
By becoming a monthly donor, you contribute not just to the welfare of a child but to a broader movement advocating for cultural affirmation and empowerment. Each donation helps us inch closer to our goal, building our cholet and reinforcing the spirit of the Aymara culture.
Add Your Grain of Sand Today
Join us in making a significant and lasting impact on the lives of children in El Alto. Your monthly “grain of sand” provides more than just aid; it fosters hope and opportunity.
Support Help Bolivia Foundation today
Why Build a Digital Cholet?
Our ambitious goal is to secure 300 monthly donors. To visualize our progress, we're constructing a digital 'cholet' house on our website. Each new donor adds a piece to this cholet, symbolizing our collective effort and dedication.
The Cultural Significance of Cholets
Cholets are not merely architectural feats; they are potent symbols of cultural resilience and Aymara identity. These structures, vibrant and functional, represent a cultural revival and the empowerment of a community historically overlooked. As permanent fixtures, cholets reflect the Aymara's determination to maintain their cultural identity and economic presence in their cities, without assimilating into the dominant urban culture.
We're Making Progress — Thanks to You!
A Foundation is Set, But More is Needed
We are excited to share that thanks to the generosity of our supporters, we have reached 30% of our fundraising goal for the "Grain of Sand" campaign! This means our digital cholet, a symbol of growth and community effort, is now 30% complete.
Reaching this milestone is a significant first step towards transforming the lives of children in El Alto. With your continued support, we can expand
to 80 children, providing them with the education, nutrition, and care they urgently need.
Help Us Build More
We are grateful for the progress, but there is still much to do. Join us in our mission to build a brighter future for the children of El Alto. Let's reach the next milestone together!
Cholets in El Alto
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