my grandson and i volunteered with SHI last summer in the jungles outside Punta Gorda, Belize. It was an incredible experience for both of us. SHI had the supplies needed tht couldn't be found at the family home; they educated and guided the families; their intent was to help the families maximize the use of their lands without contaminating the land or water available to them. They presented everything in a simple easy to understand manner for both the families and the volunteers. this was the best experience i could give to my grandson about giving back to the community, the global community.