ASOCIACION DE CENTRO DE APOYO PARA LAS FAMILIAS DE OJOCHAL / Family Support Center of Ojochal
Servicios socioeconómicos | Socioeconomic services
About
The Family Support Center of Ojochal (FSCO) is a volunteer-run, donor-funded nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the wellbeing, safety, education, and opportunities of children and families in Ojochal. Founded in 2014, the organization works to ensure that no child goes hungry while helping families build healthier and more stable lives. Through food assistance, educational support, youth enrichment programs, and skills development opportunities, FSCO addresses immediate needs while creating pathways for long-term growth. Its community-centered approach helps strengthen families and foster a brighter future for the region.
Impact
40
Families Supported Monthly
50
Children Equipped for School
50
Children in Summer Club
Programs
Food Support
Providing monthly food assistance to families experiencing financial hardship and food insecurity.
Back-to-School Program
Supplying uniforms, shoes, and school materials to help children access education.
Summer Club
Offering educational and enrichment experiences that expose children to science, nature, culture, and new opportunities.
Current Need
The Family Support Center of Ojochal is working to expand educational support programs, including tutoring opportunities and access to enrichment experiences for exceptional students. The organization is also seeking long-term solutions to transportation challenges that limit access to education and medical services for local families. Continued support helps sustain essential food assistance, educational programs, and opportunities that empower children and families to build healthier, more secure futures.
Growing Stronger Every Year
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