The numbers clearly reflect the educational dilemma in Mexico: 40% of the population does not complete a basic education, and of the 31 million students currently enrolled in required education, approximately 5,000 students drop out of school every…
The season of giving. One that starts with roasted turkeys and afternoon football soirees and ends with stuffed Christmas stockings and jingle bell parades. And as we enter Thanksgiving, Ocean Blue World is highlighting one of the most coveted global…
The Gates Foundation has been making incredible contributions around the world for almost twenty years. Apart from generously donating billions of dollars, the foundation makes sure the money has a real purpose of empowerment and development. “By giving people the…
On September 11th, 2017, and then again on September 19th, the lives of millions of Mexicans were changed forever. The Oaxaca/Chiapas earthquake rattled the country, registering at 8.2 magnitude and the strongest quake Mexico had seen in a century. The…
The ever-growing demand to build a value-conscious organization has shaped brands to align their core values and beliefs around philanthropic initiatives. A notable example is the multinational luxury fashion company Michael Kors, which has partnered with the United Nations World…
With the fall school term upon us, and everyone so excited to hit the books, here are my personal picks for helping out this season. IBBY México This amazing institution with 35 years of expertise is invested in the formation…
Pushing the World Towards Change The French have a saying: Ce n’est pas la mer á boire, meaning it’s not like you have to drink the ocean, or more plainly, it’s not that difficult. For the The Prince Albert II…
The 2018 Monte-Carlo Gala for the Global Ocean featured a star-studded red carpet and captivating evening at the Opéra de Monte-Carlo. Hosted by H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco and the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation, the gala brought together…
The Galapagos Archipelago is home to some of the world’s most unique wildlife. The islands are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, 97% of which was declared a National Park in 1959, followed by the establishment of the Galapagos Marine Reserve…
Amigos de los Niños de Cabo San Lucas, A.C., Giving Kids a Second Chance at Life Los Cabos premier nonprofit, Amigos de los Niños, AC, has provided medical attention for underprivileged children of Baja California Sur since 1991. ADLN Free…
#MakeItHappen for Red Autismo Red Autismo is a nonprofit organization based in Los Cabos, Baja California Sur, Mexico working to provide specialized care for children and teens with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). They offer evaluations and a comprehensive intervention to…
Loteria Los Cabos Final Art Sale – 100% to Charity! The Loteria Los Cabos public exhibition is coming to an end… keep a piece for yourself & help Los Cabos’ children! Pez Gordo Gallery, located at The Shoppes at Palmilla,…
Fundación Origen It is always controversial to talk about women: marvelous, vulnerable and strong; fighting day after day against endless stereotypes, violence and inequality. In Mexico: 7 out of 10 women suffer from violence, 7 women die each day due…
#MakeItHappen For starters, a huge shout out goes to all the corporate sponsors of fundraising events, especially: party planners across the land, PR firms extraordinaire, libation experts such as Casa Cuervo and La Europea, generous accommodations by Grupo HABITA, across…
As expatriates living in Mexico, giving back to our adopted communities can be challenging. We clearly see local needs, but don’t necessarily understand the complexity of these problems or the systems in place to address them. How do you know…
Save The Ocean with these Eco-Friendly Brands It’s #EarthDay everyday with these eco fashion and beauty brands. La Mer Through the La Mer Blue Heart Oceans Fund, La Mer puts a focus on protecting ocean habitats by expanding Marine Protected…
#MakeItHappen | Spring 2018 By: Rafael Micha #MeToo is the 2018 philanthropic must in nonprofit circles. The uber wealthy have committed to change, including the Rockefellers, Buffets, Gates et al. It is more than donating money, it is donating time;…
#MakeItHappen with Iluminemos de Azul For Autism Through brilliant awareness campaigns and events, Iluminemos de Azul is #MakingItHappen to create understanding and improve the lives of those with autism. Their autism awareness campaigns have involved the help of Mexican soccer…
Jaguar Gala #MakeItHappen for Panthera The inaugural Jaguar Gala in San Miguel de Allende offered a jaguar-themed evening to raise funds for the conservation of jaguars through the NGO Panthera Mexico. The exciting evening kicked off with a 4-course dinner…
#MakeItHappen: Fundación Haciendas del Mundo Maya, A.C. Behind the Mexican design brand Taller Maya and The Haciendas by The Luxury Collection are the wonderful Mayan communities of the Yucatán peninsula. Through the work of non-profit organization Fundación Haciendas del Mundo…
