Today was SCAW’s first ever distribution in Alotenango, Guatemala!
The four member SCAW team was treated to a special welcome ceremony by the lead organizer Semilla de Innovacion para el Desarrollo Sostenible (loosely translates as “Seeds of Innovation for Sustainable Development”). In attendance were the mayor and deputy mayor, educational staff, parents and children. Children dressed in ceremonial clothes proudly performed their traditional dances.
This first distribution ran very smoothly thanks to a significant number of eager and physically strong volunteers.
Key features of the bedkit were a thick (4 inch) brightly coloured cotton mattress and a comfy pillow. These items had been specifically requested by the families and will undoubtedly provide the children with a superior sleep environment. The bedkit also included clothing, a fitted sheet, a mosquito net and school supplies.
The mattresses were large. Some children stood as high as their rolled up bedkit!
The distribution was a lively event as a marching band of students performed accompanied by dancers.
These performers drew a large crowd outside the hall and played a wide range of music including some Christmas jingles.
Wishing all these special children a night of wonderful deep sleep on their new mattresses.
Duerme bien esta noche!!
Team Guatemala, 2024
Seeds of Innovation for Sustainable Development 🇬🇹 and SCAW 🇨🇦