Ways to Participate in and Support the Social Work of INEPAS
Welcome Back!
Like many organizations, we were compelled to temporarily suspend our support activities in various communities due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This period allowed us to strengthen our internal capacities, reflect on our achievements and challenges, and renew our social commitment—reaffirming our mission to support community initiatives in the social, educational, and cultural fields, even in the face of adversity.
Today, with renewed enthusiasm and a deep sense of responsibility, we are ready to resume our social work, reaffirming INEPAS’s ongoing commitment to community development. The invitation is open to all individuals who wish to join this cause.
In this spirit, INEPAS encourages the generous collaboration of both national and international volunteers, whose contributions have been essential to the progress of our initiatives in support of local communities. Volunteers work hand-in-hand with INEPAS, supporting specific projects and sharing their knowledge and skills. Their involvement not only has a positive impact on the communities we serve, but also enriches their own personal and professional growth.
How to Volunteer with INEPAS?
Types of Participation & How You Can Contribute
1. International Volunteer in Guatemala
International volunteers participate directly in the projects organized by INEPAS.
Responsibilities:
In the Hogares Comunitarios:
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Provide direct care and attention to children in accordance with the guidelines and schedule established for the Community Homes.
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Assist as a Pedagogical Assistant, supporting both free and structured activities during the following times: wakefulness, rest/sleep, and mealtimes.
a) Wakefulness period: role-playing games, free or movement-based games, board games, music activities, dancing, outings, artistic expression, language and math development, etc.
b) Mealtimes: accompany the children and help reinforce hygiene and table habits before and after meals.
c) Nap/rest time: ensure a peaceful rest environment and monitor the children. -
Help ensure that the established daily schedule in the Community Homes is followed.
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Participate in or offer talks to the parents or guardians of the children attending the Community Homes.
In the Mayan Culture and Philosophy Program:
Those who wish to contribute to the revitalization of Maya culture can get involved in activities such as:
- Documenting and disseminating ancestral knowledge
- Organizing workshops on Maya culture and philosophy
- Supporting research and cultural heritage conservation projects, among others
In the Health and Well-Being Program:
Those who wish to contribute to the health and well-being program can get involved in activities such as:
- Organizing workshops and knowledge-sharing circles on ancestral medicine
- Developing training sessions and informational events on healthy habits and lifestyles (nutrition, hygiene, exercise, and rest)
- Delivering talks to prevent common illnesses
In the Area of Administration and Communication
INEPAS also requires support in the management of its programs and the promotion of its activities, so volunteers can participate in tasks such as:
- Helping to promote the Spanish language program on social media, at community events, and through other platforms by sharing its impact and generating interest among potential students
- Assisting in the creation of content for advertising or awareness campaigns related to the Spanish language program
- Designing and managing social media and the website
- Creating audiovisual materials and promoting events
- Preparing reports and seeking funding for projects
REQUIREMENTS TO PARTICIPATE AS A VOLUNTEER
Requirements vary depending on the type of volunteer work, but in general, participants are expected to:
- Be over 18 years of age
- Be willing to work in a team and adapt to new realities
- Have knowledge or skills in the area in which they wish to contribute
- Be able to commit to a minimum period of time (3 to 6 months), depending on the program
2. Sponsor (Godparent Program)
The Sponsor is a special person who chooses to support the education of a child directly through the School Support Program.
What does sponsorship involve?
Sponsorship consists of ensuring the well-being of each girl or boy by finding them a Sponsor who guarantees access to basic and/or diversified education through a scholarship.
Sponsorship is an annual investment of $200.00 / Q.1,500.00, and may last from one to three years — the time needed to complete basic and/or diversified education.At any time, the Sponsor is free to discontinue their support before the originally intended period. However, this situation is not ideal, as it may affect the child’s education if another sponsor cannot be found in time.
What does the sponsorship cover?
The scholarship covers the cost of books, school supplies (notebooks and pens), enrollment fees, and/or tuition, among other expenses.
To contact us:
- By phone: +502 5567 3857
- By email: info@inepas.org
The donor is a generous individual or institution that wishes to support the social work of INEPAS.
Donations received are deeply appreciated. The donor, whether an individual or an institution, may choose to designate their contributions directly to:
Association's Special Needs Fund (General Fund)
These funds are allocated to cover specific needs of the administration, as well as those of families participating in the social, legal, and medical guidance programs who are living in situations of extreme poverty.
Scholarship Fund
They serve as an emergency fund to cover specific needs of young people who wish to continue their studies, especially when they have stopped receiving support from their sponsor.
Fund for Community Nurseries
These funds are used to provide school supplies (books, crayons) and medicine to the children attending the Hogares Comunitarios. They also cover the cost of a caregiver during periods when no foreign volunteers are available, or in Hogares Comunitarios that do not have foreign volunteers, to ensure that the children are looked after, supported in guided and free play activities, and accompanied during meal and nap times.
Fund for the Mayan Culture and Philosophy Studies Program
These funds are used to organize workshops and conferences on Mayan culture and philosophy, and to support research projects.
Fund for the Health and Well-being Program
These funds are used to promote workshops, training sessions, talks, and knowledge-sharing circles on ancestral medicine. They aim to encourage healthy lifestyles, prevent illnesses, and support the recovery and rehabilitation of health at all stages of life.
Finally, thank you for your interest in our institution. On behalf of INEPAS and all the beneficiaries of our programs and projects, we extend our sincere gratitude.
If you are interested and would like to receive additional information, please do not hesitate to contact us. We will be happy to provide you with all the information you need and to answer any questions you may have about our programs or the institution.
Important Note on Donations:
The individual or institution wishing to contribute financially entrusts the funds to INEPAS and delegates to the institution the responsibility of distributing them appropriately. At any time, and whenever desired, the donor may request information regarding the use of the contributed funds.
Generally, in the month of December, the contributor receives a detailed report outlining the donations received during the year and the expenses made with their contribution.
Once you have decided in which area you want to make your donation, we give you three ways to make the payment, depending on the considered amount and your own preferences:
Account Number: 010-491842-1
IBAN: GT37INDL01010000000104918421
INEPAS – ASOCIACION CIVIL
15ª Avenida 4-59 Zona 1
Quetzaltenango
09001 Quetzaltenango
Guatemala, C.A.
Bank: Banco Industrial
Quetzaltenango, Guatemala, C.A.
SWIFT (BIC): INDLGTGC
Please fill out the form below, AFTER you have made the transaction.
If you are located in a country where you can open a Wise account, and depending on the chosen payment method, this option may be convenient.
- You will need to open an account in Wise to proceed.
- The receiving currency must be in US dollar.
- Please indicate the area you want to support as payment reference.
Here are our account details:
Account Number: 010-491842-1
IBAN: GT37INDL01010000000104918421
INEPAS – ASOCIACION CIVIL
15ª Avenida 4-59 Zona 1
Quetzaltenango
09001 Quetzaltenango
Guatemala, C.A.
Bank: Banco Industrial
Quetzaltenango, Guatemala, C.A.
SWIFT (BIC): INDLGTGC
Our email address: info@inepas.org
Just send us an email expressing the amount you would like to donate and the area you would like to support, and we will gladly send you a payment request through Tab.
Transfer commissions:
- in your side: 4%
- in our side: 2.9%
A Gesture That Fills Us with Hope
After the pandemic, our institution faced one of the most challenging moments in its history. For a long time, we were unable to welcome students, and as a result, our mission to contribute to community development was at risk.
Today, we want to express our deepest gratitude to Joshua Lieberstein, who, with great generosity and commitment, launched a GoFundMe campaign to help us finance our new website. This step is crucial for us to move forward, reach more Spanish students, and continue our social mission.
This gesture reminds us that we are not alone, that there are people who believe in our work and are willing to lend a helping hand in difficult times.
With infinite gratitude, we move forward.
Give a Gift Card
That is to offer to your relatives, friends or acquaintances, you dispose of the possibility of buying Gift Cards which are valid for three years. These Cards are transferable and are valid for our whole offer, including our online courses. They are not refundable. Our offer has a series of five Gift Cards, from GTQ 500 to GTQ 4000, in addition to proposing a customizable option.
