I became a donor after helping a bit at this home for girls being rescued out of the sex trades in 2014. How could one not? The girls are adorable and working so hard to catch up on their studies, since schooling was seldom a part of their lives. I am planning another visit in 2016.
Coincidently, I live in Roseville, CA, not far from where the founder Maria grew up. Wendy from Southern CA, is a tremendous help to the girls as well. They could not have been more gracious; I was a mature, single women traveling alone for the first time. I also volunteered with wildlife rescue in Costa Rica. If you would like a first hand reference, feel free to send me an email-
Leslie Arnott, Broker/Owner Leslie Arnott Realty, Roseville, CA. Email: LeslieArnottRE@gmail.com
Review from Guidestar
I had the opportunity to spend a week this summer at the first Safe House in Costa Rica. History was made during our mission, while me, two other moms and a team of high school and college women were working at the Safe House to build a chicken coop from scratch to add to the wonderful sustainable garden. This experience was truly an inspiration to see the efforts delivered by all. This organization and all of its volunteers, board members, partners and friends have truly done the impossible! The efforts to break through many obstacles to provide an enriching and restorative environment for these young girls to rebuild their lives by providing support, education and the opportunity to develop life and work skills donors is truly amazing. I am thrilled to continue my efforts through outreach. I look forward to returning to Costa Rica as the story continues to unfold and more girls are rescued and introduced to a new and wonderful way of life.