100%
of funds are used to fund critical resources for At-Risk Latin children
100%
of funds go directly to local, fully vetted orphanages, schools and communities
Clothe and feed a local child for just $25/month 🎉
Costa Rica
Colombia
Panama
Nicaragua
Help us protect the children who will one day protect the beaches, mountains, cities, and jungles of Latin America.
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Give to:
Healthy Growth
Full bellies, stronger bodies, better futures.
Education
School instead of struggle. Education instead of poverty.
Ending Child Labor
Childhood should be about learning and play, not survival.
Happy Childhoods
Kids deserve peace, not violence. Security, not fear.
Stable Communites
Families and neighborhoods thrive when children do.
Environmental Hope
Stable families mean sustainable communities that protect their land.
These kids deserve better.
With your help, we're giving them a real chance to thrive.
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Why Our Donors & Partners Believe in HFLC
"We received the wire transfer. Thank you, thank you very much. We are very happy to receive this money which helps us a lot with all the things we need for our girls. We give thanks to God for your intentions, generosity and support. Merry Christmas and big hugs from all of us! FELIZ NAVIDAD"
Hogar San José de La Montana, Medellin Colombia
“Hope for Latin Children has been a huge help to the girls at Hogar Montiel, a home for children ages 5 to 12 who are at social risk. They have donated all the books and school supplies the girls needed to start the year, making sure they have the tools to learn and grow. Their support goes beyond just materials. They truly care about the children’s future. Thanks to them, these girls have a better chance at education and a brighter tomorrow.”
Hogar Montiel, Santa Ana, Costa Rica
"The Hope FLC crew has significantly impacted the local school in the remote community of Cabo Matapalo, Costa Rica. They provided essential supplies to students who would not have had access to them otherwise. During their visit, they spent time with the students, demonstrating how to use the new supplies, engaging in conversations, and getting to know them better. It was very special for the students and the supplies will continue to improve the learning environment for years to come.
Taylor Q.
Giving back is easy!
A small donation has the power to radically impact a child.
Hi, I'm Patrick.
I’ve been coming to Costa Rica to surf since the ‘80s, previously owned property in Panama and have traveled extensively in Latin America. I first came to Costa Rica with a Christian organization in 1986 to help construct classrooms for a Church / Christian school in Escazu, which at the time, was a small community in the hills adjacent to the Capital city of San Jose. After that initial trip, I returned to Costa Rica to fish and surf. Over the years of traveling in Latin America, I noticed areas of severe poverty, especially in Colombia and Nicaragua, but also in Panama and Costa Rica. But it was not until I moved to Costa Rica that I became fully aware — Beneath the beauty, too many kids are fighting battles they shouldn’t have to fight. I wanted to help! -- It hit me: a country’s future depends on raising healthy, happy, educated kids.
As I've traveled through various countries in Latin America, I've met locals doing incredible work with poor, at-risk children. These locals have heart and grit but no time or resources to chase outside funding.
In my career, I specialized at making connections... connecting people; connecting companies. So I began thinking—what if I could do the same for these grassroots heroes -- make connections -- and be a voice that brings them the support they need to help at-risk kids thrive? I knew how to vet opportunities, make lasting connections and advocate on behalf of my clients. Why not advocate on behalf of latin children in need of basic necessities and the local heroes diligently working to feed, cloth and educate these kids?
So, I started Hope For Latin Children—a no-BS, direct-impact charity that makes giving simple, trustworthy, and effective.
We’re no-nonsense and 100% transparent. Every dollar you donate goes straight to supporting kids—no overhead, no salaries, no BS. We also work with trusted, grassroots organizations that are deeply embedded in their communities. These are the local heroes who know exactly what their kids need to thrive.
You’ll see it. We post real updates to our site—stories, photos, and measurable results from our partners—showing exactly how your contribution improves the lives of at-risk children. You can choose to stay in the loop as much or as little as you like.
Yep! HFLC is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit in the United States; registered as, “Latin Children’s Fund” DBA Hope For Latin Children. That means your donations are tax-deductible.
We currently have a board of directors consisting of Patrick Hannan, Andrew Wight, Robert Hannan and Karen Pasquerillo. We are in the process of implementing an Adult Advisory Board as well as a Youth Advisory Board to assist us with continuing to identify and vet organizations in need of financial support.We’re picky—in a good way. Every partner organization is thoroughly evaluated for accountability, transparency, and impact. We stay in regular contact and conduct reviews to ensure donations are being used responsibly and effectively to directly improve the lives of children.
We invest in sustainable solutions—things like education and healthcare that empower kids and communities for the long haul. By partnering with grassroots organizations, we help foster self-sufficiency and long-term development so these communities can continue thriving on their own.
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What People Ask Us Most
01. Enjoy the adventure
Explore Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, or Nicaragua. Soak it all in.
02. Give back
Before your flight, click “Donate Now.” Help kids thrive with a quick, life-changing gift.
03. Fly home feeling good
Breathe deep. You didn’t just visit—you made a difference.
Doing good is easy.
Over 2.5 Million tourist visited Costa Rica in 2024
Think of the kids we can help if each person donates just $10?
Will you help us help at-risk children?
Is this You?
You’re not just passing through life. You crave adventure, connection, and purpose. You love the rhythm of Latin America—the waves and beaches in Costa Rica, the energy of Cartagena and beauty of Medellin, Colombia, the offshore breezes on the Pacific beaches of Nicaragua, the vibrance of Panama City and the laid back Caribbean vibe of Bocas, Panama. -- These places, and their people, have given you so much, and now, you want to give something back.
But here’s the challenge — giving back often seems complicated. You want to be sure your donations are really helping, yet you don't have time to vet organizations and ensure your money is making a difference. The bottom line is -- you want, and need, a simple, trustworthy way to help kids who need food, shelter, education, and medical care—the essentials to thrive.
We believe giving back should be easy—because when it’s easy, more kids get the help they deserve.
That’s why we created Hope for Latin Children—a grassroots, community-focused nonprofit. No overhead, no red tape, just real results for at-risk kids through vetted, locally-run organizations.
Here’s the deal:
1. Come on down. Surf, fish, eco-tour Latin America. Enjoy... Soak it all in.
2. Give back before you go. Before your flight, click “Donate Now.” For the price of a $10 lunch, you can feed a child in Colombia lunch for a week. If this trip changed you, throw in a little extra.
3. Fly home, knowing you did something good. Buckle up, breathe deep, and relax. You didn’t just have a great trip—you made new possibilities for someone else.
Donate today and carry that satisfaction of knowing you didn’t just visit paradise—you helped it grow.
Malnutrition
Too many children go to bed hungry, stunting their growth and holding them back in school.
Severe Poverty
Without food, education, or medical care, their future is uncertain.
Child Labor
Child labor is common, and oftentimes kids are forced to work in unsafe conditions instead of going to school.
Violence
Armed groups in Colombia recruit children. Trafficking and abuse are growing threats.
Displacement
Conflict and migration force thousands of kids into unstable, dangerous situations.
At-risk children in Costa Rica, Panama, Nicaragua, and Colombia face significant challenges that no child should face:
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You didn't just visit, you made a difference.
Fly home with the confidence that you're making a difference in the communities that you visit.