Reducing poverty in Guatemala’s Mayan communities through education

Dreams and hopes is dedicated to creating specific programs to improve lives in Mayan communities in the region of San Juan La Laguna, Guatemala.

Our Programs

Education can help young people gain the courage and opportunity to add their voices, their stories, and their wisdom to help keep the Mayan culture and traditions alive.

Scholarship Program

The Scholarship Program provides students with a full year’s tuition to ensure their continued participation in school.

We-Connect: Computer Lab Program

The Computer Lab Program grants students access to technology classes and computer usage.

Abejitas (Little Bees) Program

The Abejitas Program offers a safe learning environment in an after-school program designed for students aged 6-12.

Parent Counseling Program

The Parenting Counseling Program trains and counsels to parents on the best ways to support their child’s education.

Healthy Living Program

The Healthy Living Program teaches students and parents about topics such as physical fitness and nutrition.

Community Assistance Program

The Community Assistance Program fosters partnerships with the community to provide essential support to families living in extreme poverty.

“Thanks to Sueños y Esperanzas, I value myself more and pursue my dreams. It encouraged me to follow what I want, and now I have a crafts store. Because of them, I am a girl who has achieved many goals.” -Yaqueline, former scholarship recipient

“I thank Sueños y Esperanzas and the people who have given the scholarship to my daughter. She eagerly attends to study, and she tells me that she wants to be a great doctor. Coming here to Sueños y Esperanzas, we forget about our problems.” -Petronila, mother of a scholarship recipient

“I feel very happy to receive the support of Sueños y Esperanzas because it helped me a lot. I feel very good in this place. I can be who I really am and show my abilities. I feel free the moment I arrive to Sueños y Esperanzas.”- Jelen, scholarship recipient

“Sueños y Esperanzas is a gift for our children. It is important to encourage them. When we grew up we did not have the opportunity to study because our parents did not allow us to. Now I understand education is very important for our lives.” -Miguel, father of a scholarship recipient