By Maria Soledad Gallardo | Responsable de Alianzas Internacionales
Dear friends,
As the new school year begins in Argentina, we would like to share an important update from our Educational Support Program, which currently reaches more than 300 children between the ages of 5 and 13 in low-resource communities across the country.
Many of the children we support arrive at our learning centers carrying not only academic gaps, but also material needs that directly impact their ability to attend school with confidence and motivation.
As part of our Back to School efforts, this year we are focusing on something simple, yet essential: providing proper shoes and socks for our students.
For many families, buying new sneakers and socks at the start of the school year is not possible. Some children attend class with worn-out shoes, shoes that don’t fit properly, or no adequate footwear at all. This affects their comfort, health, self-esteem, and even school attendance.
Our goal is to ensure that every child we support can return to school with:
These items may seem small, but they make a meaningful difference. Proper footwear allows children to focus on learning, participate fully in activities, and feel included—without embarrassment or discomfort.
We warmly invite you to support this initiative. Your donation—no matter the amount—will help us purchase shoes and socks for children who need them most, allowing them to start the school year with dignity, comfort, and renewed motivation.
Thank you for standing with us and for believing in the power of education to change lives.
With gratitude,
The Mensajeros de la Paz Argentina Team
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