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McKays

April 5, 2013

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May 15, 2012

This charity really walks the walk. Dwight, Sharon and Patti, who run the charity are onsite, listen to people's requests and never turn anyone away from the doors of their facility. In this impover... more

April 5, 2013

This charity squeezes value out of every dollar or item donated and every person who volunteers. I have participated in several of their activities and have seen no waste or padding on the part of the directors. Their preschools are modern and as well equipped as their funds allow, and each child gets nutritious
food each day. They provide food baskets at various holiday times, with volunteers filling the baskets destined for needy families. They make sure hundreds of students have what they need to attend school, such as supplies, backpacks and shoes. They take the time to screen each recipient of their charity so that the help given matches the need. It is an outstanding operation!

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2013

May 15, 2012

This charity really walks the walk. Dwight, Sharon and Patti, who run the charity are onsite, listen to people's requests and never turn anyone away from the doors of their facility. In this impoverished country, the needs are huge, but Mayan Families does yeoman duty in addressing as many needs as they possibly can. In one day, I have seen them give shoes to a child who has none, chaperone a group of doctors doing a medical clinic, take in a stray dog, and drive a load of donated books to a school, and supervise a feeding program. That level of activity goes on day after day. They are tireless and selfless in their mission to make the lives of Guatemalan families better.

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Getting unused Spanish language books in U.S. storerooms to schools in Guatemala

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Give them more help.

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Definitely

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When was your last experience with this nonprofit?

2011

What specific problem, purpose, priority, or project prompted your gift?

I lived in Guatemala for a year prior to becoming a donor.

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roger33w

April 5, 2013

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April 5, 2013

Mayan Families is a fantastic organization and I just am always amazed at the huge amount of work they do! For just $30 a month I Sponsor a student and I am so thrilled at their progress! I also help in an advisory role. Go to Guatemala and volunteer, it will put life into prospective! This organization makes generational differences in the lives of the rural poor in Guatemala!

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Definitely

How much of an impact do you think this organization has?

Life-changing

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Definitely

When was your last experience with this nonprofit?

2013

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crich

March 26, 2013

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March 26, 2013

January was my first time to Guatamela and the Mayan Families organization and I can't tell you how life changing this experience was. I found myself on an emotional rollercoaster the whole week I was there. My heart went out to the people of Panajachel after observing the struggles they encounter to just survive on a daily basis. I couldn't get over how organized and structured the Mayan Families were and the help and hope they give these wonderful people. It was so obvious how devoted this organization is to help the people help themselves.

I am now sponsoring a child and an elderly person and I know that every donation I give goes exactly where I want it to go. And for this I am so very thankful to the Mayan Families because without them this would not be possible. Like I said it was an emotional rollercoaster ride, but it was the best ride of my life and I will be definitely be back next January.

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2013

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Donna87

March 1, 2013
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March 1, 2013
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WE visited a preschool , visited two ancianos, and then helped feed people at a kitchen that fed the elderly. We helped a woman with 7 children by replacing her stove. The old stove was filling her kitchen space with black soot and causing her children to have bronchial problems. We helped observe a more established school receive a big screen T.V., computers (current), copier and various screens for school room use. There are a lot of good people helping with SO many good programs........We spent a lot of time visiting and learning about the organization. We hope to get support from back home for future solar power programs being talked about . Exciting find, we just dropped in and asked what they were doing.........

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A lot

Did the organization use your time wisely?

Quite well

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Definitely

When was your last experience with this nonprofit?

2013

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michelles317

February 22, 2013
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February 22, 2013
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I have just completed my second week with this organization in the past year and have had great experiences each time. The support for the Mayan people and the support for those of us helping the Mayan people is amazing. I am sponsoring the education for three children through Mayan Families and I am assured that this organization is following up and watching. Sharon has helped me with ways to further support one of my students who was not doing well and is now successful with his education. All in all a very knowledgable and helpful group.

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Life-changing

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Very Well

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Definitely

When was your last experience with this nonprofit?

2013

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Rasskool

February 22, 2013

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February 22, 2013

Mayan Families is now a fast growing organisation and a place where you can genuinely make a difference. Part by part, volounteers are building a better community and bettering Mayan Families. It is an exciting place to be, friendly staff and well organised. I thoroughly enjoyed the month I spent working with Mayan Families.

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Life-changing

Did the organization use your time wisely?

Quite well

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Definitely

When was your last experience with this nonprofit?

2012

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grannyannie

February 4, 2013

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February 4, 2013

What a wonderful organization. In one morning we installed Onil stoves in the homes of four very grateful Mayan families. We were also introduced to the NGO's student sponsorship program. For only $20 a month, one can (and several of us did!) provide the resources for a child to attend school for one year: registration fee, uniform, necessary supplies, school shoes, and tennis shoes. Contact with the child can be maintained at mayanfamilies.org. Countless opportunities exist for improving the living conditions of people in the Panajachel area through this nonprofit. Spanish-speaking volunteers are always needed. Why not give it a try?

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For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?

Life-changing

Did the organization use your time wisely?

Very Well

Would you recommend this group to a friend?

Definitely

When was your last experience with this nonprofit?

2013

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myspirited1

February 2, 2013

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February 2, 2013

Mayan Families is an incredible charity run by some of the most caring and selfless people I have ever met. A group of us worked with them while on a service trip this past fall and it was an amazing and humbling experience. We installed ONIL stoves, passed out egg laying chickens and food baskets, spent time at 2 preschools and helped complete a house for a very needy family. Everyone we worked with at Mayan Families was wonderful. I am looking forward to returning to Guatemala and working with them again!

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For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?

A lot

Did the organization use your time wisely?

Very Well

Would you recommend this group to a friend?

Definitely

When was your last experience with this nonprofit?

2012

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Amanda68

December 25, 2012
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December 25, 2012
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I absolutely loved my trip to Guatemala. Mayan Families made the time enjoyable and life changing. They made sure that we had transportation and days full of things to do and see. I was nervous because I didn't know anyone in the group and met everyone there. They made me feel welcome and needed! I can't wait to go back next year!

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For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?

Life-changing

Did the organization use your time wisely?

Very Well

Would you recommend this group to a friend?

Definitely

When was your last experience with this nonprofit?

2012

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Stephen12

December 18, 2012
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December 18, 2012
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I was a photographer for Mayan Families this past fall. I was only there for a short period of time, but it was a great experience. Mayan Families is a phenomenal organization that does a lot of good work for Mayan people. I documented their food runs and eye care program. We went to small remote villages and optometrists from the States checked individuals eyesight and gave those in need free glasses fixed to their vision. I myself even got a sweet pair of sunglasses. It was a great journey and Mayan Families is certainly a fantastic organization.

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Definitely

For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?

Life-changing

Did the organization use your time wisely?

Very Well

Would you recommend this group to a friend?

Definitely

When was your last experience with this nonprofit?

2012

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