Local Children

I read on the forums several months ago about the local children selling stuff on the streets.
Someone had recomended bringing toys for these kids to give them...is that still a good recomendation?

I never buy from them, instead I give them bananas, oranges or fruit. I never give them candy as the parents probably cannot afford dental care.. toys are good, but I think fruit is better...most are hungry and they never turn down my offerings. Of course, I would probably want a toy :)

I spend a lot of time in the Zihuatanejo area. There most of the schools need supplies desperatly. They also accept clothing, shoes, books, paper etc. & money to purchase lunches. The only way many kids can attend school is to have someone purchase uniforms & shoes for them. Public schools in Mexico are NOT free, One group I know of is building a Library in Barrea de Potasi. I am sure there are such groups in PV. If you give to the street beggers that is all they know leaving them with no pride. It is far better to give to an organization then directly to individuals. Please consider this instead of giving money to beggers.

Well thanks...we have a whole bunch of extra school supplies...will load up the spare suitcase and make sure it finds it way to good use. Will bring a few small toys for the kids too...tis the season!

School supplies can be dropped off at the San Javier Hospital to the Global Ambulance company (right in the front door to the right side) to Pamela. She is a part of a group that adopted a very needy school and she would be thrilled to have any donations for the kids.