Puerto Vallarta, Mexico – As the holiday lights fade and the festive decorations of Puerto Vallarta are packed away, a sobering reality remains for many local families. While the celebratory season has concluded, the daily struggle against food insecurity continues. For the city’s most vulnerable populations, including those in orphanages and rehabilitation centers, the need for consistent nutrition does not disappear when the calendar turns.
Vallarta Cares, a community support network that emerged as a grassroots food bank during the pandemic, is working tirelessly to bridge this gap. What began as an emergency response has evolved into a comprehensive lifeline, offering medical care, educational programs, and disaster relief across Puerto Vallarta, Cabo Corrientes, and Bahía de Banderas. The organization’s primary mission is to ensure that dignity and compassion are delivered alongside every hot meal and medical supply.
The impact of this work is significant, yet the challenges are mounting. Last year alone, the organization served over 76,000 meals and distributed upwards of 2,500 food packages to families in crisis. Furthermore, they maintained a steadfast commitment to providing monthly food supplies to two local orphanages and two rehab centers. Despite these achievements, rising costs and stagnant donation levels have forced a reduction in service compared to previous years.
To combat these economic shifts, Vallarta Cares is inviting the community to transition from spontaneous giving to sustained monthly support. This shift is vital for the organization’s stability, allowing leadership to move from a reactive state of hoping for funds to a proactive state of strategic planning. When donors commit to a recurring gift, they provide the reliable foundation necessary to close monthly funding gaps and ensure no child or senior goes without.
A monthly contribution of just $20 can make a profound difference in maintaining the flow of essential resources. These donations are more than just financial transactions; they represent a promise of hope and a steady supply of nutrition for those who rely on the organization’s advocacy. By joining this network of monthly supporters, residents and friends of the region can ensure that help is always available, regardless of the season or the economic climate.
For those moved to take action, becoming a monthly donor is a direct way to invest in the long-term health and well-being of the community.
To learn more, volunteer, or donate, please visit vallartacares.org, and be sure to like/follow them on Facebook to stay up to date on what they are doing to help the community.
The Vallarta Cares is 100% volunteer based, but all of their work would be impossible without the generosity of donors and supporters. If you would like to help the families of Puerto Vallarta get through trying times, please visit vallartacares.org for donation information.