| We are a Non-Denominational Christian Mission Impacting the Lives of the Children Living in the Town of Catemaco in Veracruz, Mexico |
| Our Purpose . . . • To create a safe environment for learning and playing • To instill Christian Values • To teach important life skills for daily living • To teach English as a second language • To inspire them to follow their curiosity |
| All of our afternoon and evening classes are totally free to the families of the children who attend the mission. The funding for our programs are solely supported by private donations from organizations and individuals like you. |
The HOPE CHILDREN'S MISSION, Inc.
Esperanza Misión de Niños |
| Catemaco, Veracruz in Mexico |
| A note from the Founder & Director Jim Motyka |
| OUR KIDS HAVE FUN learning and playing in a controlled, safe environment. The children participate and interact with one another working on art projects, dance, singing, and games. Our teachers work with them to learn English, Bible studies, and important life lessons they can immediately start to incorporate into their daily living. |
General Information about The Hope Children’s Mission:
• Our classes are geared for ages 5 - 15.
• The kids come to the mission after school, Monday thru Friday.
• We employee 2 full time local teachers. One of our Mexican teachers is totally fluent
in English.
• Throughout the year, we also hold free adult programs in the evening teaching English
as a second language.
• We are located about 3 blocks from the center of town in Catemaco (Kay-tay-mah-ko).
• Our classes are geared for ages 5 - 15.
• The kids come to the mission after school, Monday thru Friday.
• We employee 2 full time local teachers. One of our Mexican teachers is totally fluent
in English.
• Throughout the year, we also hold free adult programs in the evening teaching English
as a second language.
• We are located about 3 blocks from the center of town in Catemaco (Kay-tay-mah-ko).
| The Hope Children’s Mission, Inc. is a Non Profit Corporation registered in the state of Illinois. |
About the Kids of Catemaco . . .
Family life is a very important cultural aspect in Mexico. It is not
uncommon for several generations of family members to be
living together under one roof or at least, nearby each other.
Of course, like every parent worldwide, the families of these
children want to provide every opportunity they possibly can for
their young ones to learn and grow up to become responsible
citizens of their country. However, that can be hard to do as the
average daily wages in Catemaco fall between $7 and $15 US per
day. In fact, for many children, it is necessary to leave school
early to lend support to their families by working or taking care
of their younger siblings.
Even though Catemaco is surrounded by dense tropical jungle,
there are very few parks with green grass in town for the
children to go to play. Their areas of play are usually on the
cement streets of the town.
Our afternoon programs give them a choice other than just
hanging out on the streets. This in itself is a blessing not only for
the kids, but also for their parents. The moms and dads have told
us that they feel secure in knowing that their children are in a
safe supervised environment for playing and learning.
Family life is a very important cultural aspect in Mexico. It is not
uncommon for several generations of family members to be
living together under one roof or at least, nearby each other.
Of course, like every parent worldwide, the families of these
children want to provide every opportunity they possibly can for
their young ones to learn and grow up to become responsible
citizens of their country. However, that can be hard to do as the
average daily wages in Catemaco fall between $7 and $15 US per
day. In fact, for many children, it is necessary to leave school
early to lend support to their families by working or taking care
of their younger siblings.
Even though Catemaco is surrounded by dense tropical jungle,
there are very few parks with green grass in town for the
children to go to play. Their areas of play are usually on the
cement streets of the town.
Our afternoon programs give them a choice other than just
hanging out on the streets. This in itself is a blessing not only for
the kids, but also for their parents. The moms and dads have told
us that they feel secure in knowing that their children are in a
safe supervised environment for playing and learning.
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