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Corazón de Niña Helping Orphaned & Abandoned Kids
John Warren

It is speculated there may be as many as two million children orphaned or abandoned in Mexico. Puerto Vallarta may be a paradise for you, dear reader, but for many, many children in this town, life is hell. By supporting Corazón de Niña, you can help make a difference.

PV Poker Tour Fundraiser Sponsored by Local Bars
Dennis Rike & Donna Wong

The Annual PV Poker Tour sponsored by Murphy's Irish Pub, Nacho Daddy, Escondida, Gringo Loco, All Access & Bar La Playa, Kelly's Pour Favor and Devil's Bar will be held on Saturday, January 12th at 1:00 pm, to benefit the Jay Sadler Project's community relations projects.

First Democrats Abroad Forum of the Season, January 7
Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas

If you're wondering what U.S. Special Investigator Robert Mueller is apt to report, the documentary 'Active Measures' is a preview of what's to come. Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas invites you to view & discuss the film on Jan. 7 at Incanto in downtown Puerto Vallarta.

Punta Mita Gourmet & Golf Raises $91,703 for Charities
BanderasNews.com

Punta Mita celebrated four days of golf and culinary experiences Nov 29-Dec 2 to raise funds for Lorena Ochoa Foundation and Punta Mita Hospital Foundation. The event's main features - food, spirits & golf - were featured throughout the resort just north of Puerto Vallarta.

Holiday Pet Photoshoot Benefits Vallarta Animal Shelter
Banderas News Team

Dress yourself and your pet in something festive and head out to the Malecón in downtown Puerto Vallarta on Saturday, December 22 between 4-9 pm to have a professional photo taken for the holidays, during the 3rd 'Foto Tour Perruno' to benefit the PV animal shelter.

Vallarta's Free Spay & Neuter Clinic Needs Your Help
Glenda Bland

The monthly Spay & Neuter Clinic on Vallarta's Rio Cuale Island has provided over 2,000 free pet sterilizations since 2016. Since the clinic relies solely on donations, a GoFundMe page has been set up to help cover the costs of running this high quality, high volume clinic.

Entreamigos is Making The World a Better Place
John Warren

If you are looking for a community that cares for its families and for planet Earth, take a ride to San Pancho, an hour's drive north of Puerto Vallarta, to the Entreamigos Community Center. Entreamigos is a brilliant example of people caring for their community.

Exciting News, Incredible Shows at Act II Entertainment
Daniel R. Mininni

If you love live music and theater, there's no better place to go in Puerto Vallarta than Act II, where superstars and rising stars will entertain you every night. Here's a look at this week's lineup, and some exciting news about Act II star, Diana Villamonte.

RISE Revolution Through Education Fundraiser, Dec. 15
María Francesca

On December 15, Demetro Gallery will host a benefit to help cover the costs of educating the children at Refugio Infantil Santa Esperanza in Puerto Vallarta. Attendees will enjoy the perfect combination of food, fun and friendship, with all proceeds going to the RISE education fund.

The Second Best Time to Save Our Planet is NOW!
John Warren

Thanks to a donation by the International Friendship Club, American School of Puerto Vallarta students are collecting plastics, shredding them, and molding them into usable products. This is one part of the school's program that teaches our children the importance of sustainability.

Red Ribbon Gala for SETAC Wellness Center a Success
Marie Callan

The 2018 Red Ribbon Gala to benefit SETAC, Puerto Vallarta's LGBT Wellness Center, which was held at Mantamar Beach Club Dec. 5, was a huge success! The monies raised will be used to support SETAC's efforts to reduce HIV and other STDs in the Banderas Bay area.

Toys for Tots Vallarta Getting into the Christmas Spirit
VallartaNavyLeague.org

The Toys for Tots December fundraisers are always among the most popular seasonal events in Puerto Vallarta. This year, the Golf Tournament will be played on Saturday, December 8 at the Vista Vallarta course, and the Gala Dinner on the 9th at CasaMagna Marriott Resort.

Puerto Vallarta Garden Club Sunset Reception, Dec. 11
David Muck

Puerto Vallarta Garden Club members are invited to grab some friends and join us on December 11 for a sunset reception in the Molino de Agua garden. Uncork Mexico will offer a variety of Mexican wines and Jim Eckardt Catering will prepare appetizers to pair with the wine.

Disco Ball Raises $664,369 Pesos for Vallarta Charities
Marie Callan

Timothy Real Estate Group's Fourth 'House Hunters International' charity event, held November 20 at Oscar's, shattered the record of $540,000 pesos raised at their 2016 event. This year, $664,369 Pesos were raised for two Puerto Vallarta non-profit organizations.

December News from Vallarta's PuRR Project Shelter
Shannon Campbell

December news from PuRR Project, a non-profit, no-kill feline shelter located just north of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico that provides homeless cats and kittens a recuperative stay with the ultimate goal of adopting them out to loving homes sterilized, vaccinated and disease free.

Vallarta Chefs & Broadway Stars Unite for SETAC
Robert M. Schley

The Second Annual Red Ribbon Gala to benefit SETAC, Puerto Vallarta's LGBT Wellness Center, will be held on Wednesday, December 5, at Mantamar Beach Club on Los Muertos Beach. Last year's event sold out, and we expect this year's Gala to sell out again, so get your tickets TODAY!

'Mi Amigo Sin Pelo' Fundraiser for PV Kids With Cancer
BanderasNews.com

We can all make a difference in the lives of Puerto Vallarta children with cancer and provide support to their families by participating in the 2018 CANICA 'Mi Amigo Sin Pelo' campaign, set to be held on December 16th from 5:00 to 10:00 pm, at Los Arcos del Malecón.

Gourmet Dinner Benefits Puerto Vallarta Senior Center
María Francesca

On Tuesday, December 4, 2018, La Leche Restaurant will host a gourmet dinner to benefit Asilo San Juan Diego, a non-profit senior citizen's home and activity center in Puerto Vallarta that has been serving the elderly members of our community since 2011.


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