Photo by Jeff Leventhal
The Scholarship Program works to combat the financial burdens Guatemalan families face in sending their children to school. Carmen de Alvarado of 32 Volcanes as been working with families and students for decades. The scholarship donations help cover registration fees, transportation, school supplies, uniforms, and books. Families whose children receive scholarships are required to remain involved with their children’s education, in part by participating in monthly meetings with 32 Volcanes. There are currently 113 students participating in the Scholarship Program. Most scholarships are just $170/year to send a child to school.
The Scholarship Program includes primary, secondary, and university students from various communities in and around Quetzaltenango, including: Llanos del Pinal, San Juan Ostuncalco, Xeabaj II, Chirijquiac, and the Southern Pacific Coast.
The Guatemalan school year and scholarship disbursements begin in January. Please note that the Foundation withholds 3% of scholarship donations for administrative fees.
The Scholarship Program includes primary, secondary, and university students from various communities in and around Quetzaltenango, including: Llanos del Pinal, San Juan Ostuncalco, Xeabaj II, Chirijquiac, and the Southern Pacific Coast.
The Guatemalan school year and scholarship disbursements begin in January. Please note that the Foundation withholds 3% of scholarship donations for administrative fees.
