"In the shelters in Vargas, Caracas, and Carabobo, there are children who lost their parents or their homes in the earthquake. Project Smile works directly in these shelters, bringing toys, activities, and support to those in the most vulnerable situations. It’s not just about delivering supplies—it’s about a sustained presence: someone who returns to the same shelter, who knows the children by name, who gives them a space to be children amid the chaos.

Why now?
"In an emergency, attention goes first to what’s urgent: rescue, healthcare, shelter. But children who have lost their parents—or who have been in a shelter for weeks—carry trauma that can’t wait. The longer they go without intervention, the harder it is to process the loss and disruption. Proyecto Sonrisa is already in the shelters—what’s needed is to sustain that presence over time, not just a one-time visit.

How are the funds used?
- Toys and activity materials (art supplies, group games, sensory items for children in shock or mourning)
- Transportation of supplies between shelters in Vargas, Caracas, and Carabobo
- Basic kits for children, based on the needs reported by each shelter
- Sustaining recurring visits, not just a one-time delivery

Your contribution supports these visits—not just once, but every week.

Donate at agora.spot 🧸"

https://agora.spot/proyectosonrisa/proyecto-sonrisa