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Fundacion Rene Ferguson, A.C.
This Foundation was set up in memory of Rene Ferguson and its objective is to support able young women, who are suffering financial hardship, through a degree course by assisting them with the expenses of college tuition and books. Donations to the foundation are tax deductible in the United States through The Rene Ferguson Foundation. Please contact Erica Islas at La Quinta Troppo
or at mexdrop @ prodigy.net.mx

The Netza Project
The Netza Project is a U.S and Mexico registered non-profit that works to advance literacy, education and economic opportunity for all, in particular supporting the vision and expansion of The Netzahualcoyotl School and Kindergarten for Indigenous Children in Zihuatanejo, which today educates over 400 migrant, native and street children - many of whom speak Nahuatl, Mixteco, Amusgo and Tlapaneco, and who otherwise might not be in school. The Netza Project also advocates equality and social justice through dormitory shelter, health programs, women’s micro-finance, adult literacy, scholarships, and international volunteerism by fostering respect for diversity and celebrating native culture. See www.netzaproject.org; contact Lisa Martin info @ netzaproject.org; US cell 508-284-0078; Mexico cell 044 755 10 01173.

Por Los Niños de Zihuatanejo, A.C.
Community-based, non-profit association, founded by the Zihua SailFest, to provide educational opportunities to economically disadvantaged children in Zihuatanejo. Por Los Niños supports learning and school repair projects at more than 12 underfunded primary schools and kindergartens. Contact: Lorenzo Marbut, home: 755-554-2115, cell: 755-102-4463, Lorenzo @ porlosninos.info

The Rotary Club is a world-wide social organization with the purpose to help to those in need. In Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo there are 3 groups:

  • Club Rotario Ixtapa - Nuevas Generaciones
    New Generations Rotary Club Ixtapa Hotel Presidente Inter-Continental in Ixtapa, Phone:(755) 553-0018
  • Club Rotario de Zihuatanejo, A.C.
    Zihuatanejo Rotary Club Hotel Catalina, road to Playa La Ropa, Zihuatanejo, Phone:(755) 554-9321
  • Club Rotario de Zihuatanejo - Tercer Milenio
    Third Millennium Rotary Club of Zihuatanejo Hotel Riviera Beach IxtapaPhone: (755) 554-7645
 

S.O.S. Bahia, A.C.
Local non-profit group dedicated to the rescue and long-term preservation of the ecological integrity of the Bay of Zihuatanejo. Promotes environmental awareness, advocates the sustainable development of the bay’s surroundings, and works to stop water pollution and the destruction of wildlife habitat in and around the bay. Collects and distributes information about the issues concerning the bay and organizes periodical beach cleanups. Gladly accepts volunteer contributions and donations. www.sosbahia.org, info @ sosbahia.org.

SPAZ-HKP “Helene Krebs Posse” Humane Society of Zihuatanejo (Sociedad Protectora de Animales de Zihuatanejo Helene Krebs Posse) Offers sterilization clinics, free adoptions, educational out reach programs, treatment and rehabilitation for wounded, homeless or abandoned animals. Sells t-shirts and memberships to raise funds, gladly accepts donations. Located at Casa Marina, next to the basketball court facing the bay in central Zihuatanejo. Casa Marina, Paseo del Pescador #9, Col. Centro 40880 Zihuatanejo, Guerrero, México, Tel. (755) 554-2373. www.zihuatanejo.net/spaz/, animales.zihua @ hotmail.com

ZGuitarfest, A.C. - The Zihuatanejo International Guitar Festival
Now in its fifth year, the Zihuatanejo International Guitar Festival brings international musicians to Zihuatanejo from all across the world. 10 days of live music in Paradise includes many genres, including two free-to-the-public concerts. One for the school children of Zihuatanejo and the other for the people of Zihuatanejo. The Festival is a registered not-for-profit association in Mexico and a percentage of festival proceeds go toward supporting Music, Art and Cultural Education in the community. Sponsors, Donors, and Volunteers always needed. www.zihuafest.info info @ zihuafest.info

If you don’t see your organization listed here, please send us your mission statement and contact information to get on the list, info @ adip.info.

 

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