Salkantay Trek supports with resources to the foundation called Hope Children Peru that gives part of its profits to support more than 70 children divided into two low-income sectors of the rural areas of the city of Cusco.
Hope Children Peru whose name reflects the organization’s goal of providing hope and opportunity to the most needy children in Peru.
The word «hope» represents the hope and optimism we wish to bring to these children.
The name conveys the organization’s mission to work for a better future for children in Peru.
A LITTLE BIT OF HISTORY
SALKANTAY TREK is an adventure travel agency that provides its support since 2015 committed to social responsibility and the welfare of low-income children in the rural area of Cusco. In addition to dedicating a portion of its profits to education, nutrition, values and medical assistance, it also seeks to share the love of God and the values present in the Bible.
This company prides itself on having a vision concerning the welfare of children for their proper development, recognizing that their physical, emotional and spiritual well-being are equally important. Therefore, apart from providing support in essential areas such as education and nutrition, it strives to promote values and ethical principles based on the Christian faith.
AREAS AND ACTIVITIES IN WHICH WE WANT TO HAVE AN IMPACT
SOCIAL AID
Our goal as a travel agency is to collaborate with:
- Warm clothes for children in cold weather.
- Gifts and Christmas party
- School supplies at the beginning of the school year for school reinforcement.
- Support some families with basic food baskets
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EDUCATION:
In terms of education, the company invests resources school reinforcement, implementation of a library in disadvantaged communities. It also provides educational materials, tables, chairs, school supplies, in order to ensure quality education.
In addition, after-school programs that include activities based on biblical principles, such as teaching values, leadership and respect are carried out with the help of our volunteers.
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NUTRITION:
In terms of nutrition, the company is concerned about the physical well-being of the children and works to ensure that they have access to adequate food and balanced nutrition. This may include providing staple foods, creating basic food baskets and working with school canteens.
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HEALTH
In addition to education and nutrition, the company also provides medical assistance to low-income children. This may include organizing health campaigns, proper tooth and hand brushing or collaborating with local medical institutions to provide basic medical care and specialized services, as well as psychological care to children.
VALUES and SPIRITUAL AREA
Our is to impact the children we support in the area of values by providing them with opportunities and resources for their integral development.
Through these initiatives, we want to positively impact the children, helping them to develop solid values that will serve them throughout their lives. By strengthening their value base, we want to provide them with the necessary tools to overcome obstacles, make ethical decisions and contribute positively to society.
Company as is a Christian company that seeks to share the love of God and the values present in the Bible.
This may include organizing activities and programs that promote the Christian faith, such as reading the Word of God, Bible studies and discipleship because we believe that the Bible is the Word of God and plays a fundamental role in the development of faith and values in children.
The goal is to provide them with an environment where they can learn about biblical principles and experience God’s love and compassion.
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RECREATION AND LEISURE ACTIVITIES:
In the company we have the ambition to carry out recreational activities such as
- Camps on an annual basis
- Sports activities
- Recreational walks.
- Recreational activities
For all the children we support, the goal is to provide them with an enriching and transforming experience that allows them to access opportunities and experiences that otherwise might be out of their reach.
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CHRISTMAS AND GIFTS FOR CHILDREN
The objective of having a Christmas party for low-income children is to give them a special experience during the Christmas season, where they can enjoy the joy, fun and festive spirit that characterizes this time of the year.
We want to show God’s love for all the children we support by giving them joy on this special date.
The purpose of the Christmas parties for low-income children is to offer these children the opportunity to celebrate Christmas in a special way, despite the economic difficulties they may be facing.
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VOLUNTEER FOR A DAY
Within our treks, we have designed an experience in which we dedicate a full day to work with us as a volunteer visiting the children and being part of a day of work with the children.
During this day, you will have the opportunity to participate in meaningful activities that will directly contribute to their well-being and development.
Activities such as school reinforcement and sharing time with the children will be of great help to us.
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CHECK OUT OUR CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR
Through this calendar of activities, we seek to share all the events that we have on an annual basis with respect to social outreach.