| We are a non-denominational Christian mission impacting the lives of the children living in the town of Catemaco in Veracruz, Mexico Mission Re-Opens January 2010 |
| 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, 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 Registered Illinois Corporation with the US Internal Revenue Service. All US donations are tax deductible for US income tax purposes as provided by law. |
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.
children want to provide every opportunity they possibly can for
their young ones to learn and grow up to become responsible Of
course , like every parent worldwide, the families of these
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 no parks, recreation centers, or even large green
patches of grassy land in or around town for the children to go to
play. Their areas of play are 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.
children want to provide every opportunity they possibly can for
their young ones to learn and grow up to become responsible Of
course , like every parent worldwide, the families of these
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 no parks, recreation centers, or even large green
patches of grassy land in or around town for the children to go to
play. Their areas of play are 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.
| Spaghetti Dinner Fund Raising Event at the mission June/2008 |
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