Programs
Daily Meals
Breakfast and afternoon snack provided daily to enrolled children.
Scholarship Program
Scholarships for junior high and high school students — $250–$600 USD per student per year.
Library & Learning Center
Computers, study materials, and homework support.
English Classes
English language instruction — historically Saturday mornings, with expat volunteer teachers.
Psychological Support
Counseling and support for children and families.
Community Garden
Partnership with Raíz de Fondo for children's nutrition and agricultural education.
Volunteer Opportunities
FANLAP actively welcomes English-speaking expat volunteers. The organization has worked with La Paz's cruising and expat community for decades.
- English language instruction (Saturday mornings)
- Tutoring and mentoring for older students
- Administrative and organizational support
- Fundraising event participation
Contact FANLAP at info@lapazninos.org to inquire about current volunteer needs.
How to Donate
US Tax-Deductible Donations
FANLAP has been affiliated with the International Community Foundation (ICF) since 2001. US donors can give tax-deductibly through ICF:
Make checks payable to: International Community Foundation
Address: 2505 N Avenue, National City, California 91950
Memo line: Write “Children of La Paz”
Direct Donations (Mexico)
Peso donations
BBVA account: 00177721846
USD donations (up to $1,000 USD)
BBVA dollar account: 00169931104
For questions about donations: fanlap@hotmail.com
Recognition & Transparency
- CEMEFI (Centro Mexicano para la Filantropía) certification for organizational transparency since 2009 — one of few BCS organizations with this certification
- Federal government recognition in 2017 for dining room and library programs
- Long-term partner with Club Cruceros de La Paz annual charity auction