Mission
As an organization, we have nearly two decades of ties to the Caribbean nation of Belize. We have struggled to help where we can, as conditions for the poor continue to worsen. We decided we can no longer stand idly by while the good people of the jewel of the Caribbean slip further into despair and hopelessness.On a daily basis, we see parents forced to go without to provide for the bare minimums for their children. Hard working men and women unable to work due to lack of jobs after the devastation caused by the Covid pandemic. Children being forced to work where they can; instead of securing an education, because the family struggles with basic necessities. Belize is a country rich with potential and, with the generous help of individuals, businesses, organizations, and the government of Canada, we can build a brighter future for our commonwealth sister on the Caribbean Sea.
Some quick facts about Belize
- Belize currently experiences a 58% childhood poverty rate.
- The Indiginous population of Belize holds at a 67% poverty rate.
- Only 29% of low income Belizean children have access to early childhood education.
- 56% of young children in belize do not have access to books.
- Belizean women experience a governmental gender gap of 91%.
- Young Belizean women are 20% less likely to be employed than their male counterparts.