Fundacion Mahatma Gandhi

Volunteerism, Then What?

The following service areas are part of the opportunities open to FMG volunteers.

Biblioteca Comunitaria Anacaona. More than 4,000 books and learning
resources in a variety of languages and levels, but more than just books it is
also a wholesome activity center in the community. More here.
Arts and Crafts. We offer activities that enhance the creative juices of
children, youth and adults in a safe and engaging environment. More here.
Summer Camps. Started in 2006 this popular events groups up to 250 kids
in a variety of concurrent sessions. More here.
Reading Olympics. Participants compete to demonstrate the quantity and
quality of their reading during two weeks packed with fun. More here.
Crisálida and Mariposas for girls. A program that focuses on girls and
young women, helping them build self-esteem, in a discovery process way
beyond age, gender roles and family. More here.
Proyecto Alegría for boys. A program that focuses on street kids, similar to
Crisálida and Mariposas but focusing on boys. More here.
Technical and professional development. Promoting economic
development in collaboration with INFOTEP. More here.
Health. A collaborative effort with A.C.E.S. North America. More here.
Sports. If you got the talent we have an audience for you. More here.
Community Research. Creating a database of knowledge. More here.
Information technology. Building capacity and access. More here.
The Environment. Perhaps the greatest developmental challenge for the
community.Participate in "the greening of Las Terrenas" project. More here.
Literacy. The goal is to eliminate illiteracy by 2010. More here.
Service Trips. Get your school, club or community organization involved.
Look at how much can be done in about a week. More here .