September Nicaragua News Update

In September, the sociopolitical situation in the department of León seems to be returning to normality. In some places more tourists can be seen that are visiting the city and the shopping centers are already operating the normal 8 working hours (in July they were operating only 4 hours). UNAN began classes, but few students

Micro Loans Are Being Delivered This Week!

Micro Loans are to be delivered this week. Three of our entrepreneurs in La Calle Real have received 100% funding to improve their business ventures. Hal Young and Dennis Smith will be awarding their loans on September 18th. The recipients are: –Jose Maria Hernandez Jiron –Fernanda Raquel Silva –Wildredo Josue Rivera Solis

Emergency Food Assistance is on its Way

Because of the dire economic situation in Nicaragua, WCRF has started an emergency food relief effort. Our effort  consists of two parts: We are buying in bulk  basic food staples such as rice and beans. Staples are being sold at the community center at cost to those who have some form of income. The Community

Karla Patricia Pinell

For almost 3 years Karla has worked tirelessly with the special needs children in the community.  Though she has never had formal training in teaching children with special needs, she loves and cares for them as her own.  Karla prepares lessons each week to teach the children in a formal class at the center. She