News from GRACES

As we recently wrapped up our Annual Sponsorship Appreciation Week, I wanted to take some time to reflect on and address some important aspects of our Sponsorship Program. GRACES Sponsorship Program is different from other sponsorship programs with large nonprofit organizations. This is an intentional difference and it centers on the concept of relationship building. It is something that we are passionate about, and it is the reason we offer…

Nearly ten years ago, a small group of people from the U.S. and Guatemala met in Antigua to discuss how they could continue to fund Escuela Integrada—despite extreme financial challenges. A newly-formed nonprofit, GRACES, sought to keep Escuela Integrada afloat. That moment became known as the first Supporters Gathering. Year after year, the practice of bringing supporters together in Guatemala to talk about the future of the school continued, and…

Nehemiah Project donates new computers for Escuela Integrada computer lab The Nehemiah Project donated 23 new laptop computers for the computer lab at Escuela Integrada! The new computers will be used for both the elementary and middle school levels, serving students from first through ninth grade. “This donation allows each student to use a computer during computer classes and perform the exercises and tasks that the teacher needs,” said Hernan…

Amigo of GRACES: A new way to support GRACES with a recurring gift Become an Amigo of GRACES with a recurring monthly donation! Monthly giving provides a stable and predictable source of income for our organization, and multiplies your impact over time. Even a modest amount compounds over time and makes a significant difference for our work in Guatemala. Plus, it’s easy to set up! With giving levels of $25,…

GRACES is officially 10 years old today! Ten years ago, Escuela Integrada was on the brink of closing its doors after the previous funding organization dissolved. Thankfully, a group of dedicated volunteers quickly formed a new entity to preserve Escuela Integrada in their moment of greatest need. “It was easy to be ‘all in,’” said Krista Woolly, a founding member of the GRACES’ Board of Directors. “There isn’t anything about…

Your registration supports the runners at Escuela Integrada! Racing for GRACES is back… with a new name! Join us this year for Corriendo por Oportunidades on May 4, 2024. The race will be held in person in Guatemala with students, staff and families participating in a 3k or 6k race. The race will leave from the front of Escuela Integrada along a course through Jocotenango and back to the school….