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Many of us have discovered a strong sense of community here on Banderas Bay, some for the very first time. If you're from a metropolis where technology reigns supreme and the words "next-door neighbor" and "stranger" are synonymous, you'll find this a refreshing environment where people matter.

Working side by side with our new neighbors to achieve common goals is an ideal way to learn about the culture and make friends while giving back to the community which embraces us.

On these pages you’ll learn about the various local charities and how you can get involved. With a multitude of opportunities here to flex philanthropic muscles, you can find out for yourself that it truly does feel as good to give as it does to receive!

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Passion and Purpose at Cuale Spay and Neuter Clinic

Charlotte Smith -

In Part Two of my Cuale Spay and Neuter Clinic in Puerto Vallarta series, the focus is on the people behind it all. The volunteers. The ones who prep surgical tables, comfort groggy cats and dogs, translate for worried owners, and clean up everything at the end of the day.

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Puerto Vallarta Invites Volunteers to Protect Sea Turtles

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The Puerto Vallarta Department of Environmental Sustainability invites volunteers to join the 2025 sea turtle nesting and release program at Playa del Holi, which runs through December. Open to all ages, the initiative offers training and hands-on conservation work to help protect this treasured species of the Mexican Pacific.

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Vallarta Botanical Garden Fundraiser Exceeds Expectations

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The Vallarta Botanical Garden is celebrating a major success after a recent fundraising campaign secured the future of its most delicate plant collections. Thanks to the community's support, a new commercial-grade generator will now protect thousands of young and endangered plants from power outages.

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Puerto Vallarta’s Children Need Your Help to Rise

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Help R.I.S.E. give Puerto Vallarta’s children a brighter future! The shelter urgently needs 30 backpacks, 30 lunch boxes, diapers, and donations to prepare kids for school. Every gift provides safety, care, and hope - empowering them to learn, grow, and thrive.

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PV Kids Explore Business and Creativity at Bright Futures Workshop

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Eighty Vallarta children explored money skills and creativity at the third Bright Futures workshop, a free program teaching finance and entrepreneurship. Led by experts and supported by local government, the program is empowering children aged 8 to 15, providing them with essential skills and a strong connection to their community.

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Rotary Club Delivers Wheelchairs to Vallarta Residents

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Thanks to a joint effort by the Rotary Club of Puerto Vallarta Sur and municipal government agencies, 81 people in vulnerable situations recently received new wheelchairs at La Lija, with nearly 200 more to be delivered throughout the region in the coming weeks.

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This Saturday, Join the Fight for Cleaner Beaches in Vallarta

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Join other Puerto Vallarta volunteers this Saturday, July 26 at 7:30 am for the cleanup of Olas Altas and Camarones beaches. Help protect marine life, reduce pollution, and support a cleaner coast. Meet at the Puerto Vallarta sign on the Malecón and be part of this community effort for a healthier planet.

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Vallarta Cares Drains Bobadilla Pool to Protect Public Health

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Born from the pandemic's challenges in 2020, Vallarta Cares has become an indispensable force for good in Puerto Vallarta. Their recent impactful action involved draining and cleaning the Olympic-sized Bobadilla pool, eliminating a significant health hazard. This initiative is just one example of their deep commitment to our community.

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Help the Vallarta Botanical Garden Keep Its Orchids Safe

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Power outages threaten rare orchids at Vallarta Botanical Garden, especially during summer storms. To protect its greenhouses and lab, the Garden is raising $20,000 USD for a back-up generator. The total cost of the generator is $40,000, and a donor has pledged to cover half if the community can help raise the other half by July 31.

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DIF Vallarta Joins the Telethon 2025 Fundraising Campaign

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The DIF System of Puerto Vallarta is rallying the community for Telethon 2025. President Claudia Peña invites donations to support children with disabilities, cancer, or autism. The goal is to surpass last year's 150,000 pesos, providing vital therapy. Join this crucial cause.