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Dear Friend,
AEM (Ayuda en México), a volunteer-run non-profit organization, is preparing for its annual service trip to Mexico. Unlike in the U.S., Mexico has no government programs to feed the poor—no homeless shelters or food stamps. We partner with local Mexican Rotary International clubs to identify the families and individuals who need help the most.
This year, our goal is to assist hundreds of families by providing a dispensa—a large bag filled with beans, flour, oil, sugar, rice, soup, fruit, toiletries, and candy. By purchasing food locally, we also help support the Mexican economy.
Each family will also receive a quilt, lovingly tied by AEM volunteers. We are still short of our goal and welcome donations of quilts, afghans, and blankets.
In addition, we provide school supplies to hundreds of children, including notebooks, pens, pencils, coloring books, crayons, toothbrushes, toothpaste, knitted caps, and sometimes soccer balls.
When possible, we also help individuals with home repairs—doors, windows, or roofs—and support orphanages, foster homes, senior centers, clinics, and hospitals.
Ninety-nine percent of all donations go directly to people in Mexico. AEM has no overhead; we are entirely volunteer-run and cover our own time, vehicles, and travel expenses. This year, our trip is scheduled for late October or early November, and your support—especially monetary—will make a real difference.
A hammer or shovel can help someone find employment. A dispensa can feed a family of four for a month. A wheelchair or crutches can literally change a life. A pen and paper can give a student hope. Your hand up can create lasting impact.
Thank you for helping us bring hope and support to those who need it most.
With gratitude,
AEM – Ayuda en México