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Pasitos de Luz @ Casa Connor

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Mothers United for the Rehabilitation of their Children A.C., better known as Pasitos de Luz, is a non-profit association started in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. We would like to take a minute of your time to tell you about our altruistic cause.

We are Pasitos de Luz (‘Little Steps of Light’), an organization founded by the mothers of disabled children, to achieve their rehabilitation while taking care of their basic necessities, which are difficult to meet due to physical and intellectual disabilities, as well as extreme poverty. All of these children, without exception, have disabilities such as Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Conditions, Microcephaly and Blindness to name a few.
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asitos de Luz offers these kids 100% FREE services, including special education, medical specialists, medicine, family support, speech therapy, love, day care, physical therapy, nutrition and wellness, paint and music workshops, recreation and hygiene.

Since Pasitos de Luz does not receive any ongoing financial state or government assistance, we rely entirely on funds from donations and events, as well as the support of volunteers and the provision of professional services by individuals or businesses who wish to help us.

In 2016, we realized one of our dreams and moved into a new home, Casa Connor. Casa Connor is in the State of Nayarit, on donated land close to San Vicente, which is located just north of Puerto Vallarta.

Thanks to the generosity of a Mexican family who donated land and many, many generous donors and volunteers, after 5 years of construction a new 20,000 square foot (1,800 square meters) facility, Casa Connor, was completed in late 2016.

We can now offer more therapies and support more children! However, this also means more fundraising and ongoing financial support.

Will you be part of our new chapter in Casa Connor? We are always looking for new volunteers, supporters and partners. We extend a personal invitation to you, to meet us and the children in person, to understand more about our work here, our mission and vision for Pasitos de Luz.

Be an angel for Pasitos de Luz and spread the word.
Thank You,
Yolanda Sánchez SantiagoDirector/Founder

Donations tax deductible in Canada, USA and Mexico.

Pasitos de Luz is located near San Vicente, Nayarit, a short hop from Mezcales. For more information, to arrange a visit to Pasitos de Luz or to become a volunteer, please contact Chris Jacobs at 322-137-1890, email info(at)pasitosdeluz.org, or visit PasitosDeLuz.org.

Mamas Unidas por la Rehabilitación de sus Hijos A.C. (Pasitos de Luz) is a Civil Association registered with IJAS (Instituto Jalisciense de Asistencia Social) and Hacienda, with authorization from Diario Oficial de la Federación to receive 
charitable donations and issue official receipts.
 

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Pasitos de Luz is Marking Cerebral Palsy Day Throughout October

Pasitos de Luz is running an awareness and fundraising campaign throughout October to mark World Cerebral Palsy Day, which was October 6. Pasitos cares for 14 children with CP, ranging from 2-year-olds to teenagers. They believe all children with CP should be given the opportunity to live the best life possible. Learn how you can help.

Pasitos de Luz Charity Bingo on Wednesday, April 12th

Charity Bingo benefiting the children of Pasitos de Luz is back! Have fun, win big and make a difference! Join us on Wednesday, April 12th for a special LAUNCH EDITION at our brand new venue, Bacha's Restaurant Puerto Vallarta, with fabulous views across Marina Vallarta.

High Tea at Avalon Skybar to Benefit Pasitos de Luz

Pick out your best dress and fanciest hat and join us on Tuesday, March 7 at 12:30 pm for an afternoon of elegance at the stunning Avalon Skybar, where you'll enjoy a delicious traditional high tea and incredible ocean views for a good cause - Pasitos de Luz.

Puerto Vallarta Musicians Playing at 11th Annual Riverfest

The music line-up for this year's Riverfest is the best ever! The event organizers are pleased to welcome back some old favorites, and introduce some new acts that will be performing on February 25 & 26 at El Rio BBQ Bar, all for a cause close to our hearts - the children of Pasitos de Luz.

11th Riverfest to Benefit Pasitos de Luz, Feb 25 & 26

The 11th Annual Riverfest, to benefit the special needs children of Puerto Vallarta, will be held at El Rio BBQ on Feb 25 & 26, 2023. Make plans now to come enjoy live music from some of Banderas Bay's best musicians, along with fabulous food and fun - all for a good cause! - Pasitos de Luz.

Pasitos de Luz Fashion Charity Luncheon, January 14

Deja New's Kathleen Palmer returns to The River Café on Saturday, January 14, 2023 for a Fashion Charity Luncheon with all proceeds going to Pasitos de Luz, which provides full-time, loving daycare, nutrition and therapy to children with acute physical or psychological disabilities at NO COST to their families.

Pasitos de Luz Working with Love to Help Disabled Children

May news from Pasitos de Luz, a marvelous day care facility for children with special needs in the Banders Bay area. This non-profit organization provides children with various handicaps with a caring and loving environment, along with treatment for individual rehabilitation, nutritional meals, physical stimulation and therapy.

Riverfest 10 Raised Over $650,000 Pesos for Pasitos de Luz

Riverfest 10, held February 26 & 27 at El Rio BBQ Bar raised over $650,000 pesos for the children with special needs at Pasitos de Luz. During its decade of fundraising, Riverfest raised an incredible $3,026,176 pesos (over $150,000 USD!) that helped change lives for the better and brought hope where there was no hope.

2022 Vallarta Fashion Awards to Benefit Pasitos de Luz

Pasitos de Luz and Casa Hogar Máximo Cornejo have been chosen as the beneficiary charities of a much-loved annual event, the Vallarta Fashion Awards. Set to take place on April 8 at the Puerto Vallarta International Convention Center, this year's catwalk will feature fashions by international designer, Benito Santos.

Run the 2022 Puerto Vallarta Marathon for Pasitos de Luz

The Puerto Vallarta Marathon will be run on Sunday, April 3. This year's race is extra special because it’s the first time runners can make a lasting impact: by registering as a #PVCharityRunner for Pasitos de Luz, a non-profit day care facility for special needs children.