"APORTA" Participatory Donation Project

ACTIVITY REPORT

Project: Aporta – Participatory Donation Initiative
Implementing Organization: FUNCOMAS Foundation
Reporting Period: January – March 2026
Location: Honduras del Oeste Sector, Santo Domingo

1. Introduction

The Aporta Project is a participatory donation initiative led by the FUNCOMAS Foundation, designed to mobilize support from private companies and community members to assist vulnerable populations. The project focuses primarily on single mothers, while also supporting elderly individuals and people with health conditions.

During the period January to March 2026, Aporta implemented a series of coordinated donation and outreach activities in the Honduras del Oeste sector, aiming to alleviate immediate needs and strengthen community solidarity.

2. General Objective

To improve the living conditions of vulnerable populations through a participatory donation model that engages businesses and community members in providing essential goods and support.

3. Specific Objectives

• Facilitate access to basic necessities for vulnerable families
• Promote community and corporate engagement in social responsibility
• Provide targeted support to single mothers, elderly individuals, and people with health conditions
• Strengthen local solidarity networks

4. Activities Implemented4.1 Donation Collection Campaigns

Engagement of local businesses and community members to collect essential goods and financial contributions.

Results:

• 5 donation campaigns conducted
• 15 local businesses engaged
• 60 individual donors participated

4.2 Distribution of Essential Aid

Delivery of food packages, hygiene kits, and basic supplies to beneficiaries.

Results:

• 180 aid packages distributed
• 150 families directly supported

4.3 Targeted Support for Vulnerable Groups

Identification and prioritization of high-need cases, including single mothers, elderly individuals, and persons with illnesses.

Results:

• 95 single mothers supported
• 30 elderly individuals assisted
• 25 individuals with health conditions supported

4.4 Community Outreach and Case Identification

Field visits and coordination with community leaders to identify beneficiaries and assess needs.

Results:

• 70 households assessed
• Strengthened collaboration with local community networks

5. Beneficiaries Reached

Total estimated impact: 280 individuals reached directly and indirectly.

6. Results Achieved

• Improved access to food and essential goods for vulnerable households
• Increased participation of private sector and community members in social initiatives
• Strengthened support systems for single mothers and other at-risk groups
• Enhanced coordination between community stakeholders and the foundation

7. Social Impact

The Aporta Project contributed to:

• Reducing immediate economic and social vulnerability among beneficiaries
• Promoting a culture of solidarity and shared responsibility
• Supporting the well-being of single mothers and dependent children
• Providing relief to elderly individuals and people facing health challenges

8. Challenges Identified

• Limited resources to meet the high demand for assistance
• Need for continuous donor engagement and retention
• Logistical challenges in distribution and beneficiary tracking

9. Recommendations

• Strengthen partnerships with private sector organizations
• Develop a donor retention and engagement strategy
• Implement a beneficiary tracking and follow-up system
• Expand outreach to increase community participation

10. Conclusion

During the January–March 2026 period, the Aporta Project successfully mobilized community and corporate support to deliver essential aid to 280 vulnerable individuals in the Honduras del Oeste sector.

The initiative demonstrates the effectiveness of participatory donation models in addressing immediate needs while fostering long-term community engagement and social responsibility.

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