Our charity built and maintains a primary school/community center in Jocotenango, Guatemala.  In January 2023 we completed construction and opened our new secondary school, The Centre of Opportunity. We now have over 400 students in attendance as well as a drop-in program for youth in the afternoons at the secondary school. Please view the film below, the building is an amazing blend of indoor/outdoor space that facilitates the varied curriculum.

The schools focus on academic achievement but also combine education with the arts. All children in the school are introduced to and participate in art, dance, music, computer studies, computer programming, cooking and baking classes, photography, poetry and sports such as soccer and basketball. We also have a doctor and psychologist to deal with the physical and mental health issues our students are experiencing. It is the only center of its kind in Jocotenango where we are assisting such a diverse age group.

Guatemala has one of the highest crime rates in the Latin world, but we are keeping these kids off the streets and away from the problems of alcoholism, drugs and gangs.

Our charity is entirely administered by volunteers.  We do not charge administration fees nor have salaries.  100% of your donation goes to the children and youth.  We pay all our own travel expenses and lodgings while in Guatemala.  The directors travel to Guatemala several times a year to monitor our program and its achievements.

Give Kids A Chance Foundation is a registered Canadian Charity.