Rural Community of El Malinche

NCFC is helping children in a poor rural community outside of Leon whose families were displaced due to Hurricane Mitch several years ago. In 2006, the community moved from homes made of plastic tarps and dirt floors into modest structures paid by the municipal government. The community lacks both running water and electricity.

NCFC supports El Malinche with the following:
• Built two potable water wells. The first well was needed to provide water to mix the construction material to build the new homes.

• "Pre Escolar Abuelita Carmen” - Twenty-two children attend the pre-school located in one of the new homes. They learn basic skills necessary to move on to a nearby elementary school.

• In 2005, NCFC supplied the new school with furniture and educational materials.

• NCFC pays for monthly medical visits, medication and nutritious snacks. The school is also a resource for the children's health cares needs.

• In 2006, NCFC funded construction of a brick wood oven that will be used to bake bread for the children and sell at local markets. This will help the families improve the quality of life for their children.