501(c)(3) Tax-Deductible — Every Dollar Goes Directly to Children

Give a child in Colombia education, meals and a future

For just $2.90 a day, you can feed and educate a child in Bogotá. 1,877 children served across 13 programs since 2002. 100% tax-deductible.

1.877+

Children Served

24

Years of Impact

14

Free Programs

Children from the Cigarra Foundation in Bogotá, Colombia
Children from the Cigarra Foundation in Bogotá, Colombia
Children from the Cigarra Foundation in Bogotá, Colombia
Children from the Cigarra Foundation in Bogotá, Colombia

Real, measurable results

Where Your Money Goes

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Children Helped

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Years of Impact

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Jobs Generated

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Families Benefited

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13 active programs

Our Programs

13 education, art, and culture programs for the children of Ciudad Bolívar

And 8 more programs:

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Early Childhood

We transform the first five years of life into a solid foundation for the future through early stimulation, art, and play.

English

We transform language learning into a tool without borders through dynamic and participatory methodologies.

School of Arts

A space open to the entire community to explore visual arts, drawing, painting, and music on Saturdays.

Technology

We bridge the digital divide with training in computer tools, safe browsing, and introduction to programming.

Psychology

Comprehensive psychosocial support for children, youth, and families, strengthening emotional well-being and resilience.

Senior Citizens

A welcoming gathering space with recreational, cultural, and wellness activities for senior citizens.

Parent Workshops

Monthly meetings for parents and caregivers on positive parenting, effective communication, and child development.

Clothing Closet

Responsible collection, sorting, and distribution of clothing, footwear, furniture, and household items for families.

Early Childhood

We transform the first five years of life into a solid foundation for the future through early stimulation, art, and play.

English

We transform language learning into a tool without borders through dynamic and participatory methodologies.

School of Arts

A space open to the entire community to explore visual arts, drawing, painting, and music on Saturdays.

Technology

We bridge the digital divide with training in computer tools, safe browsing, and introduction to programming.

Psychology

Comprehensive psychosocial support for children, youth, and families, strengthening emotional well-being and resilience.

Senior Citizens

A welcoming gathering space with recreational, cultural, and wellness activities for senior citizens.

Parent Workshops

Monthly meetings for parents and caregivers on positive parenting, effective communication, and child development.

Clothing Closet

Responsible collection, sorting, and distribution of clothing, footwear, furniture, and household items for families.

Vidas transformadas

Success Stories

Meet those whose lives have been transformed through the Foundation

Juan David Hernández
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En la Fundación descubrí que el arte puede cambiar comunidades enteras. Me enseñaron a liderar con el ejemplo.

Juan David Hernández

Líder Juvenil · Líder comunitario

Tú puedes ser parte de su historia

Con el Plan Padrino cubres educación y alimentación de un niño durante todo el año. Recibe reportes personalizados de su progreso.

3 easy ways to make a difference

Donate, sponsor a child, or volunteer — every option is tax-deductible and 100% goes to the kids.

Make a Gift

Make a Gift

One-time or monthly — pay with PayPal or any credit card. 100% tax-deductible. Tax receipt emailed instantly.

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Sponsor a Child

Sponsor a Child

From $25/month — covers education + daily meals for one child. You receive photos & progress reports.

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Volunteer

Volunteer

Help remotely from the U.S. — teach English, mentor, fundraise, or manage social media.

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Spread the Word

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Videos

See our work in action through stories, programs, and events.

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Solidarity Bingo 2026

Join our virtual Bingo on March 14th.

Cigarra Entrepreneurship 2025

Our Cigarra entrepreneurship projects.

Cigarra Philharmonic — New Philharmonia Season Closing

On August 24, 10 young musicians from the Cigarra Foundation performed at the New Philharmonia Orchestra season closing concert, directed by Ricardo Jaramillo and our teacher Yezid Barbosa.

Our Partners

Organizations that make our work possible

Saint George School
Microsoft
Karelsie Foundation
Aqualogic
Opperar
HomeCenter
Makri
ABACO - Banco de Alimentos
Permoda
Almacenes Éxito
Saint George School
Microsoft
Karelsie Foundation
Aqualogic
Opperar
HomeCenter
Makri
ABACO - Banco de Alimentos
Permoda
Almacenes Éxito
Almacenes Éxito
Permoda
ABACO - Banco de Alimentos
Makri
HomeCenter
Opperar
Aqualogic
Karelsie Foundation
Microsoft
Saint George School
Almacenes Éxito
Permoda
ABACO - Banco de Alimentos
Makri
HomeCenter
Opperar
Aqualogic
Karelsie Foundation
Microsoft
Saint George School