Meet Caritas Felices
Children's shelter providing a sanctuary for girls aged 13 to 18
in Lima, Peru.
Their story
Since 2000, Caritas Felices Children's Shelter has been a safe place for girls ages 5 to 18 escaping psychological, emotional, and physical abuse. The shelter is run by Director Monica Quintanilla Bandin, and has a team of full time caretakers, a psychologist, and a tutor. Together, they work on giving the best possible care to the girls in their care and give them a chance to heal from the circumstances that brought them there.
Project Funding Priorities
Every aspect of Caritas Felices is crucial for providing a safe, loving, and supportive environment for the children we serve. Here's a transparent breakdown of our key projects and the funding needed to bring them to life.
Caretaker Staff
$10,000 per year
Dedicated caretakers are the heart of our shelter, providing day-to-day nurturing and care.
See below for a breakdown of costs
Category | Cost | Description |
|---|---|---|
Caretaker One Contract | $4,540 | Monthly Contract of S/ 1,400 for 12 months |
Caretaker Two Contract | $4,540 | Monthly Contract of S/ 1,400 for 12 months |
Campaign fees | $420 | Estimate for processing online donations and international transfers. |
Hiring & Onboarding | $520 | Background checks, Onboarding, Training certifications |
Assumes exchange rate of $1 = S/. 3.70
