Hug It Forward

Today we celebrated a meaningful milestone in the community of Aldea Yucales, Yepocapa — the official Breaking Ground ceremony for a new Bottle School. 🧱

This moment marks the beginning of new opportunities for students and families, and a shared commitment to education and community growth.

We’re excited to build together.

Last Saturday marked a meaningful milestone in the community of Xesuj, San Martín Jilotepeque — the first eco-brick was placed, symbolizing the start of construction for two new primary school classrooms. 🧱

This is the third phase of construction for the community, made possible because of the responsible use of the classrooms they already have and the continued need for more learning space.

Step by step, we build opportunities for children to learn and grow.

April 22 was established by the United Nations as a day to honor our planet and raise awareness about the environmental challenges it faces. 🌎

In the community of Pachaj, students and volunteers came together to prepare their school through hands-on action — recycling plastic bottles, painting, creating the garden area, preparing compost, and planting food that will nourish both the land and the community.

Small actions today grow a better tomorrow.

Exciting news! We are breaking ground on three new classrooms in the community of Chuachún, Santa Apolonia. 🏫
This is the beginning of more opportunities, more learning, and a brighter future for the children of this community.

Thank you to everyone whose support makes moments like this possible.

Welcome to our group led by Susan Stumph and her grandson Ethan! 💛

They’ll be serving in the community of Xecohil, Santa Apolonia, helping move this Bottle School forward. This week, they’ll be mixing cement for columns and beams, building the structure that will support a safe space for learning.

Thank you for showing up with heart and dedication — we’re so excited to have you here!

Visiting the Mario Méndez Official Urban Mixed School in Santa Apolonia reminded us why this work matters. It was such a joy to see the classrooms full of life and being used by students and teachers. Thank you to all the donors whose love and support helped make this possible. 💛