El Refugio - The Shelter - Social Project in Lima

El Refugio - The Shelter

El Refugio (The Shelter) is a Peruvian-Swiss non-profit association that offers a home to babies and children who are neglected or at risk, and offers care to children and elderly adults living in extreme poverty. The children homes are designed following a family structure; they have a maximum of 12 children per home. They are under the care of a substitute mother and are supported by a team of women. Children may stay in the care of "El Refugio" until they turn 18, or even for a longer time, until they are able to support themselves.

Website:
http://www.asocelrefugio.org/ (Spanish, English, German, French)

Phone Number:
(+511) 462-0354

If you are interested in learning more about the project visit El Refugio’s website

The founders Doris Storz (Swiss) and Lucia Corzo (Peruvian) started this Association in the year 2000. "Our wish is to be able to help babies and children who are neglected or at risk, by offering them a real home, and giving them the necessary love and support, as we are based upon Biblical principles and values. We also aim to reach out to the families and communities of at risk children, as well as to care for the elderly".

How can you Help El Refugio ?

• Donate food, cribs, beds, mattresses, strollers and prams, highchairs, toys, furniture, diapers, clothes and shoes
• Purchase handmade products from El Refugio like beautiful cards and Christmas Cakes
• Sponsor one of their children (monthly contribution of US$ 40.-)
• Be a friend of El Refugio (monthly contribution of US$ 20.-)
• Sponsor a grandma or grandpa (monthly contribution of Soles 40.-)
• Donate money (account information can be found on their website)

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