Dear friends,

I am organising a solidarity dinner on Monday 16th December for the Bolivian non-profit organization, CAICC, with who I have volunteered for the last 4 years. CAICC provides a safe learning environment and holistic support for children with parents in prison or in extremely precarious economic positions.

This year we are raising funds to replace our bus that – after years on life support – has finally been declared finished. The bus is essential for CAICC, transporting up to all 133 children and babies between their homes, school and centres EVERYDAY. Without this service the costs are impossible to cover, and a daily logistical nightmare taking precious time from core staff activities.

- Our aim is to raise $3,000 dollars towards a new bus. This will enable us to buy a second hand bus that will serve us for many years to come and help CAICC become more sustainable and secure.

- A donation of just £15 pounds will pay for 1 place for child or their mother to take part in the solidarity dinner and - due to the generous support of the hosts (Grand Hotel Cochabamba) - 100% of the donation will go directly to the organization! Any amount you are able to give would be very welcome.

- Please share this one other person to help us reach our goal!

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CAICC´s population are often live in impoverished conditions in remote and dangerous areas of the city. CAICC provides a day centre where these young people can attend for half a day, eat one solid meal, partake in activities with other children, and get support with their school work from a team of committed professionals and support from national and international volunteers.

With gratitude,

Alex Bustamante

CAICC Board President