Refugio Rafael
Volunteer
Join a Service Trip to Refugio Rafael
Become part of a service team: You will stay in the city of Cochabamba, Bolivia, and be transported to Refugio Rafael daily to particpate in construction projects, assist in the afer-school program, health and wellness events, or mentoring artisans. Costs for your trip are a tax deductable contribution.
Help With Fundraising
Plan and Carry out your own fundraiser.
Write a grant to fund operational expenses, computers or books for the after-school program, medical supplies, or operating costs.
After School Program
The Community Center classrooms and dedicated educators provide over 100 children with homework help, tutoring, mentorship, creative play and storytelling.
Economic Development
The refuge provides work space and mentors for artisans to develop handcrafts and goods for local and international markets.
Health and Wellness
A health and wellness program provides education and support for community members. The Health Clinic will provide medical/dental consultation.
A Secure Home
Housing units and staff provide a place where families at risk can be supported in a traditional home setting. Families receive housing, food assistance , medical, and social services.
Refugio Rafael
is located in the heart of a Quechua community outside the city of Cochabamba, Bolivia. People in this Andes Mountain agricultural area provide for their families through roadside markets and day labor. Living conditions in the villages are simple. Clothes are washed by hand. There may be no indoor plumbing. Small vegetable gardens and chickens provide food. Meals are prepared on small propane burners. Electricity is limited.
The refugio is a unique community support facility, staffed by local people and assisted by international partners. It provides supplemental education, economic development, medical assistance, and a secure home for families.
Global Gallery is a Fair Trade coffee shop, gift shop and art gallery with a mission. We’re dedicated to promoting Fair Trade handcrafted products from around the world while developing cultural enrichment through educational workshops and social events.
Come relax, study, or discuss in our cafe or patio.
Visit our site at www.GlobalGalleryColumbus.com
Women Crafting Change brings together women of various immigrant and socioeconomic communities to collectively work on art projects. Our program is focused on providing women with creative and practical job training through the creation and production of hand crafts.
Visit our site at www.WomenCraftingChange.com