Several years ago, Guatemala Service Projects began donating libraries in Guatemala. A very small percentage of kids in the area we serve have access to books, so we wanted to change that... to make a difference by increasing literacy, encouraging imagination, and supporting educational goals.

We wrote and published two books, both of them written in four languages: English, Spanish, K'iche' and Kaqchikel -- the latter being two of 22 Mayan languages. Our intent for these books was to share the love of learning and share our cultures with each other...bridging gaps both internally in Guatemala and between the nonprofit and our beneficiaries. The books are sold in the United States and also donated to libraries in Guatemala.

Now, we have continued the quadri-lingual theme and carried that over to other fundraising efforts! We have "Peace... Love... and Happiness" -- three designs each with the four languages shared in our books. The sale of these shirt designs will support education in Guatemala. Specifically, we are raising funds for these projects:

1) Our scholarship program, which provides support to students from kindergarten through university.

2) Support to elementary schools: laptops, desktops, printers, surge protectors, desks, filing cabinets and kitchen furniture are some examples of items that are currently needed.

NOTE: We support a number of schools in Chichicastenango Guatemala, so the list of needs is large. As this is a fundraiser, if you would prefer to support with a monetary donation, we will gladly accept. Or, if you would like to add a donation on top of your apparel order, that would also be appreciated. Thank you!