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Healthy Smiles & Rock Star Neighbors
In 2004, we moved into our current home, which is two doors down from the Schuller family. They became our family. Their teeny boys were a continual source of joy at our house. Now they’re all grown up and driving cars, so I don't see them quite so much anymore....

IMA – Keeping Families Together
What if there was a way to build hope, so that families didn’t have to make the choice to flee their country? What if there was a way to make under-developed communities safe again? What if the promise of a future and a better life were embedded into the patchwork of...

2018 Walk-a-thon Fundraiser and Volunteer Reunion
Join us in person for our annual walk-a-thon fundraiser and volunteer reunion July 7th in Bolsa Chica State Beach in Orange County from 9-12pm or virtually by donating and sharing our fundraiser. Let’s break the cycle of poverty in Guatemala together by providing girls’ education and so much more!

Volcan de Fuego Eruption
Many people have asked about the safety of our school in Guatemala. While we experienced a lot of smoke and ash, our girls are safe. If you are interested in relief efforts, World Vision is a trustworthy organization that is providing relief to effected areas....

IMA’s Kindergarten Bursting at the Seams
IMA’s 2018 school year is brimming with 40 tiny busybodies in little blue and red plaid uniforms. Our kindergarten program, which consists of four, five, and six year old girls, makes up a large portion of IMA’s student body. We are taking big steps to prepare our...

Thank You for Participating in the IMA Kindness Challenge
Many thanks to our supporters for your participation in the IMA Kindness Challenge during the 2017 holiday season. Not only did you help to support our mission of providing education to girls in Guatemala in need, but you made a difference in your local community....

IMA Kindness Challenge
IMA is celebrating Universal Children’s Day with the launch of the IMA Kindness Challenge. Join us over the holidays as we give kindness to others. Post your stories of encouragement using the hashtag #imakindnesschallenge . We can’t wait to see how you’re changing...

Happy Thanksgiving!
IMA is grateful for your kindness and generosity. A huge thank you to all our sponsors and supporters who keep little tummies loved, fed, and educated in Guatemala!

We have funds for the bus!
We met our goal! IMA will be purchasing a new bus for the school year. Thank you to the organizations and individuals who made this huge project possible in such a short amount of time. The girls will be so excited to be picked up for school in their "new" IMA bus.