There are almost 12 millin inhabitants in Ecuador. 6 million of them live in poverty. Of these, 60% are children under 18 years old.

About 19,500 children live on the streets, about 5,000 of them in Quito.

According to World Bank figures, about 1.5 million people in Ecuador are destitute, and a further 2.5 million earn below the minimum wage.

Without education, support or life chances, Ecuador’s children who live in poverty are left stranded. Development aid is able to support some of them, but this often results in financial dependence on foreign countries.

Sintaxis Foundation has an extensive network through its partner projects. When we are approached for help, we build up partnerships with projects to meet specific local needs. Most donations are made by companies or private individuals. Our contribution to the social aid programs is to make the link between donors and partner projects and to ensure that funds are invested according to donors’ requirements.

In addition, we offer our students the opportunity to do voluntary work. The work can last for between 2 weeks and 1 year.