Beyond the Amazon River: The 2026 Scholarship Update

 

A student from La Libertad

Scholarship Campaign 2026

We are thrilled to share updates regarding our efforts to provide educational opportunities for indigenous students in the Colombian and Peruvian Amazon.  As part of our ongoing campaign, we are making good progress toward our 2026 goal and are pleased to report that we have secured scholarships for two-thirds of the students we aim to support.  This achievement is thanks to the generous pledges and donations from individuals who believe in the importance of education for these children.  You may access the campaign page here: https://givebutter.com/scholarships2026

A student from Vista Alegre

Our campaign began on April 19, and we are committed to running it through to June 1.  To keep everyone informed and engaged, we will be hosting a live stream event every Sunday at 7:00 PM.  These sessions may be brief—around 15 minutes—but if more people join, they could extend to longer discussions.  It’s a fantastic opportunity for our community to connect, ask questions, and share ideas.

A student from Leticia

We want to extend a warm welcome to our new sponsors and express our heartfelt gratitude to our returning sponsors, who continue to support the children they have been connected with.  We understand the importance of maintaining these relationships, so we make every effort to keep sponsors with the same child.  However, circumstances can change if a child moves away or cannot continue their studies, in which case we will assign the sponsor to another deserving student.

Over the next two weeks, we will be reaching out to our existing sponsors via individual emails.  We want to ensure everyone knows about the ongoing scholarship initiative, as we recognize that not everyone has had the chance to see our newsletters or social media updates.

Each student must submit their report card to 

verify their attendance at the community school.

Vista Alegre Construction Continues

On the ground in our village of Vista Alegre, we are pleased to report that construction projects are progressing well.  Recently, we completed a gasoline, oil, and paint storage building to ensure safe practices by keeping these materials separate from living quarters.  This facility also benefits from better ventilation, reducing potential hazards.  Additionally, we’ve established a storage area for other essential supplies.

Below are photos of the construction of our two newest structures: a gasoline/combustible building and a storage shed.

Painted, metal laminate roof

In an exciting development, we have invested in a 13-horsepower long-tail motor, and our main contractor, Roberto, is building a 10-meter boat.  This vessel will serve multiple purposes: transporting students, fetching supplies, supporting volunteers in emergencies, and generating income through tourism ventures for the village.

The new motor

A New Volunteer

We would also like to welcome and thank our current volunteer from the United Kingdom in La Libertad!  She has been working in the village for the past week, teaching English classes and learning about the village and the surrounding jungle.  Without the selfless help of volunteers, our programs would not be possible.

The afternoon English class was well-attended.

Together, we can continue to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the students of La Libertad, Vista Alegre, and Leticia.  Thank you for being a part of this journey.

For more information, please reach out via email or follow us on our social media channels for updates.  Feel free to share and forward this newsletter to people who may be interested in sponsoring a student or supporting our work!  info@amazonpueblo.org

You may access the campaign page here: https://givebutter.com/scholarships2026