💛 What We Do 💛

At Hearts of Gold (Corazones de Oro), our mission is to empower women, children, and families through holistic support, economic opportunity, and global solidarity— ensuring every person has a pathway to dignity, inclusion, and lasting well-being.

We believe that investing in people creates lasting change— rooted in dignity, equity, and opportunity.

Our work happens on two interconnected levels:

Direct support for women, children, and families
Partnerships and community-based networks

At the center of it all is Proyecto AMA— our core program and the heart of our holistic approach.

(Accompaniment for Women and Families)

Our flagship initiative, Proyecto AMA is a comprehensive support program for women—especially mothers and heads of households—and their children.

Through Proyecto AMA, families receive wraparound support to heal, grow, and move toward long-term stability. These services include:

Access to medical care and health referrals
Psychological care and mental health services
Empowerment and life-skills workshops
Emergency assistance and individualized support plans
Peer mentorship and emotional accompaniment

Proyecto AMA participants also have opportunities to participate in our microenterprise programs—helping them build income, confidence, and independence.

Proyecto AMA is not charity—it's community care that honors resilience and nurtures hope.

💛 Proyecto AMA 💛

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From This Foundation Grow Our Core Programs

Each of the following initiatives is an extension of Proyecto AMA—designed to

strengthen confidence, generate income, and promote holistic stability.

D'Ellas Cleaning Services

Women-Led Cleaning Cooperative

This program offers dignified employment and skill-building through:

• Job training and professional cleaning employment for AMA participants
• Dignified, flexible work schedules that support family life
• Trusted services for local and expat clients in Cuenca

https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/dellas-project/

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Mujeres Creadoras

As an organization, we seek and fight for all children, adolescents, and families who have been victims of disasters to be able to live in a peaceful, safe, and dignified manner. We work 365 days a year to respond to any problem that arises, such as landslides, earthquakes, epidemics, etc.

At Hearts of Gold, we have a physical space where we collect essential products and clothing on an ongoing basis.

https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/grandmothers-baking-for-a-better-future/

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Secondhand Store + Community Sales

Sustainable Thrift & Redistribution Model

This initiative supports both AMA families and the broader community:

• Short-term jobs for AMA women
• Redistribution of in-kind donations with dignity
• A fundraising model that supports our core programs

https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/youareheartsofgold/

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All Children Deserve to Dream

Hope, Play, and Potential for Children

We believe children should be allowed to simply be children— even in hard times. Our Dream Program provides joy to children from participating families with:

• Recreational outings and enrichment workshops
• Emotional development and social support
• School supply drives and academic encouragement

https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/all-children-deserve-to-dream/

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Community Networking, Partnerships & Solidarity

At Hearts of Gold (Corazones de Oro), we believe in the power of connection. Behind the scenes, we link grassroots organizations and local leaders with international donors, volunteers, and allies—amplifying the impact of community-driven work.

While we no longer offer direct capacity-building, we continue to share:

Resources and referrals
Learning opportunities and workshops
Joint projects and collaborative events

We don’t aim to lead—we aim to walk alongside. Our role is to support, connect, and elevate the powerful work already being done by local changemakers.

We help strengthen and spotlight initiatives in areas such as:

Nutrition, health and education access
Environmental stewardship
Crisis response and community resilience

By facilitating access to tools, volunteers, training, and funding, we serve as a bridge between local efforts and global solidarity.

MAS VERDE

Protecting Forests, Preserving Biodiversity

Ecuador’s forests are among the most biodiverse on Earth—but they face growing threats from wildfires, agricultural expansion, and habitat loss.

MAS VERDE works to prevent deforestation through forest protection, wildfire awareness, ecosystem restoration, and sustainable land practices.

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Emergency Response & Crisis Support

Rapid Relief for Families and Communities in Crisis

When emergencies strike Hearts of Gold responds with speed and compassion.

Your support ensures we’re ready to act—immediately and effectively— when it matters most. Whether it comes to a community-wide response to disasters such as earthquakes, wildfires, and health crises like COVID-19, or emergency support to vulnerable families in need.

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