Castaway Kids empowers children and families to break the cycle of poverty by providing access to education and a safe, supportive environment.
Our Programs
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Folkloric Dance Program
Our folkloric dance group, Sewa'aka ("Dance of the Sea"), teaches children and teens traditional Mexican dances in a fun, supportive environment, helping them develop rhythm, coordination, and confidence.
The Gift of Education
One day a man was walking along the beach when he noticed a boy picking something up and gently throwing it into the ocean.
Approaching the boy, he asked, “What are you doing?” The youth replied, “Throwing starfish back into the ocean. The surf is up and the tide is going out. If I don’t throw them back, they’ll die.”
“Son,” the man said, “don’t you realize there are miles and miles of beach and hundreds of starfish? You can’t make a difference!”
After listening politely, the boy bent down, picked up another starfish, and threw it back into the surf. Then, smiling at the man, he said…” I made a difference for that one.”
― Loren Eiseley, The Star Thrower
What have we accomplished together?
+ 300
students empowered through our scholarship program
+ 100
children and youth participating daily in all our programs
+ 500
community members reached through our programs and events
