Mexico

Giving Guide 2021

ICF’s Impact:

ICF is an international nonprofit organization,

which seeks to inspire international charitable giving
by U.S. donors, particularly those with an interest in
Northwest Mexico, to strengthen civil society and
promote sustainable communities.

FY2020 Key Facts:

Total Assets: $33,185,152 million

Total Grants: $17,449,987 million

“Friends of” Funds: 101
Grants since 1990: $108.6 million
EIN: 33-0457858

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 To our respected ICF partners,
grantees, donors and friends:
We are all experiencing a truly unprecedented situation. The global outbreak of
COVID-19 is affecting many aspects of our lives. Our hearts go out to everyone
who has been impacted by the virus.

We wish those affected by COVID-19 a speedy recovery, and we express our

deepest condolences to those who have lost loved ones. We also thank the
countless healthcare professionals, factory workers, retail professionals and all
others who care for people in need and keep this world running, as well as all
the donors that responded in this time of crisis.

As a global nonprofit organization, ICF is no different. Our team is waking up

every day to new information about how COVID-19 is affecting our family of
grantees, donors, and staff. During this time, the International Community
Foundation will stay committed to supporting the communities we serve
through rapid response grants, program assistance, and organizational
capacity-building.

We are proud to report that in FY2020, ICF provided 243 grants to 110
organizations in Mexico, totaling over $10.4 million. This grant total reflects
our collective impact in education, health, human services, environmental
protection, arts and culture, and community improvements that help improve
the daily lives of people from urban to rural areas of Mexico.

In this Giving Guide, ICF provides a list of organizations that have been vetted by
our due diligence and program teams. These organizations represent the “best
of the best.” As we are, you will be impressed by the dedication and impact of
these organizations!

Please join us in creating meaningful change in your community today by

visiting our website or searching for these groups at https://icfdn.org/donate!

We hope that we come out of this global crisis even stronger together. Thank
you for your trust and partnership.

All my best,

2 To donate, visit our website at https://donate.icfdn.org/

 The International Community Foundation (ICF) offers many
ways for you to make a difference and give back to Mexico
through the nonprofit community.

There are various ways to support a non- U.S. organization

through ICF – either through a donor-advised fund or
through its “friends of” fund.

THIS OPTIONS INCLUDE:

SEND A CHECK BY MAIL:

1 Please indicate which fund you are donating to. Your check should be sent to: International
Community Foundation 2505 N Avenue, National City, CA, 91950 USA.

2 DONATE ONLINE:
At www.icfdn.org/donate

3 SEND A WIRE TRANSFER:

Contact Lety Martinez Hermosillo at [email protected] or 619-336-2258

4 DONATE STOCK OR MUTUAL FUNDS:

or Contact Lety Martinez Hermosillo at [email protected]

LEAVE A LEGACY: PLANNING YOUR GIFTS:

5 The simplest way is by making a bequest to the “Friends of” fund at the International Community
Foundation for your favorite non-U.S. nonprofit.

To learn more, visit https://icfdn.org/what-we-do/charitable-estate-planning/

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Reduce the tax Receive estate Provide for Support your Make a real
burden on your tax savings. your immediate chosen causes difference in the
family. family. for years to come. lives of others!

ICF STAFF CAN HELP YOU CHOOSE:

What to give How to give Where to give

Find out what types of assets We can help you structure ICF can connect you with the
make the best legacy gifts. a gift that provides both tax nonprofit organizations and
Learn how cash, securities, or benefits and personal or family community programs that
property can help achieve your income while supporting your match your areas of interest and
estate planning, financial, and chosen cause. will make the best use of your
philanthropic goals. investment.

For more information, please visit our website at https://icfdn.giftlegacy.com/ or contact

Lety Martinez Hermosillo at [email protected] or (619)336-2258.
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For 30 years, the International Community Foundation has been a hands-on partner to
organizations, leaders, and donors in the communities where we work. We are continually seeking
and developing strategic partnerships to inform the issues and regions where we work.
In 2020, our key strategic partners in Mexico included:

MEDIA PARTNERS:

PROGRAM PARTNERS:

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Friends
of Funds
in Mexico

6
Northern Mexico Funds

15
Central Mexico Funds

26
Baja California Funds

44
Baja California Sur Funds

5
Southern Mexico Funds

5 National Funds

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ORGANIZATIONS
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF MEXICO
CNYN inspires children and young people from ages 6-18 to develop
their full potential, training them in art, sports, healthy living, human
development and education. CNYN operates through clubs located in
the communities where they are most needed. There are 5 clubs su-
pported by the funds at ICF: Nuevo León, Tijuana, Hidalgo, Los Cabos,
San Luis Potosi and the National entity.

To donate visite our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNRCWTBGLY

COVID-19 RESPONSE FUND

COVID-19 has impacted Mexican communities – leaving some families
without work, food, or supplies. As uncertainty heightens, we need
to ensure the future by addressing those communities’ most critical
needs. Your support will allow us to continue to make weekly rapid res-
ponse grants. Help us unite, inspire, and provide hope.

To donate visite our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=COVID19

FUNDACIÓN DIBUJANDO UN MAÑANA, A.C.

Fundación Dibujando un Mañana (DUM) supports institutions na-
tionwide in their professionalization, growth and sustainability so they
can offer children and young people in critical and vulnerable situations
a better quality of life and future opportunities.
To donate visite our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNBUMKOWFH

FUNDACIÓN PARA LA PROTECCIÓN DE LA NIÑEZ, I.A.P.

Fundación para la Protección de la Niñez helps create a positive impact
on the lives of children in need and people who live under vulnerable
conditions, focusing on basic needs, education, health, and culture.

To donate visite our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNEPBVYPWT

RAINBOW FUND
The Rainbow Fund at ICF was created to strengthen the social fabric of
LGBTQIA+ organizations that work to create healthy, vibrant, inclusive
communities throughout Mexico. The fund aims at providing financial
and capacity-building support to organizations.

To donate visite our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=ICFRAINBOW

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TIJUANA / ROSARITO / ENSENADA

ADVANCING STUDENTS FORWARD (A SU FUTURO)

Centro de Comunidad, A.C.
ASF provides disadvantaged students who live in and around the border city of Tijuana, B.C.,
Mexico access to education and support for academic success so that they can create a promi-
sing future for themselves and for their communities.

ATHLETES 4 HEALTH
Athletes 4 Health believes that children shouldn’t have to suffer from cancer.
Athletes 4 Health ambassadors helps raise money for the needs of low-income cancer patients
through athletic events.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNZQKPFZBZ

BACKYARD DREAMS
Backyard Dreams empowers girls in Mexico to help them overcome poverty and abuse through
education.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNEVEFUHZZ

BORDER FUND
ICF’s Border Fund supports key organizations that work to create healthy, vibrant, inclusive
communities in the California-Baja California region.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=BORDERFUND

BORDER HEALTH FUND

The San Diego-Baja California region faces significant cross-border health care and access issues.
ICF’s Border Health Fund provides basic shelter, food, and clothing on an as-needed basis.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=BRDHF

CASA ALBERGUE TEMPORAL PARA NIÑOS

Casa Albergue Temporal Para Niños was established in 1990 to assist vulnerable children in
the municipality of Ensenada, Baja California, from ages 0-12, who suffer from abuse and/or
abandonment.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNBBWEDXKZ

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TIJUANA / ROSARITO / ENSENADA

CASA ARCOIRIS
Casa Arcoiris supports LGBTQIA+ migrants as they prepare to petition asylum in the United
States, Canada, or adapt to new lives in Tijuana or other parts of Mexico. Staff and volunteers
coordinate to provide health care, psychological support, legal support, transportation, activi-
ties, arts, and education to the residents and foster a sense of community.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNQZUGJRSG

FAUNA DEL NOROESTE

Fauna del Noroeste is dedicated to the research and conservation of native fauna and habitat
in northwestern Mexico and seeks to promote the appropriate management of natural resour-
ces via scientific research, education, and collaboration with other institutions and the general
public.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNINJGJRVT

FRONTERAS UNIDAS PRO SALUD

Fronteras Unidas Pro Salud is committed to promoting social development and well-being of all
people through a free and well-informed exercise of their sexual and reproductive rights, thus
contributing to the decrease of inequities among the most vulnerable population groups. Pro
Salud provides clinical and mobile health services, educational programs for youth and adults,
and peer-led community outreach programs.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNWDDGXGSU

FUNDACIÓN INTERNACIONAL DE LA COMUNIDAD

FIC’s mission is to raise the quality of life in communities of Baja California. FIC promotes the ins-
titutional development of civil organizations through funding, training and technical assistance;
and promotes community development by funding grassroots projects.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNXBUDXLJB

FUNDACIÓN MOZCALTI
Fundación Mozcalti’s objective is to promote productivity, health and integral well-being in
Mexican groups and individuals in vulnerable sectors through programs, training and services,
as well as material and technical support focused on 5 service lines: Health, Education, Basic
Needs, Social Entrepreneurship and Art.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNHLCGTFOX

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TIJUANA / ROSARITO / ENSENADA

FUNDACIÓN REBECA LAN

The mission of FRL is to prevent recidivism for women and support their positive contribution
to society. FRL seeks to improve the security situation in Mexico, improving the process of rein-
tegration of previously incarcerated women (and their children), allowing them to redirect their
lives and become contributing members of our community.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNUNCGOOOL

FUNDACIÓN TU + YO
Fundación Tu Mas Yo has joined forces with the Mozcalti Foundation to prevent the spread of
COVID-19 in Tijuana. We are forcing our efforts in two areas of greatest risk: public transporta-
tion and health systems such as hospitals.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNRWZJPMGN

HÉROES DEL MAR

The mission of Héroes del Mar is to create the next generation of conservationists by providing
education and opportunities to children of small Mexican communities. We will explore the
problems the oceans face and together, create solutions for sustainability.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNFJJHPNUG

KIDS 4 OUR WORLD

The Kids 4 Our World International Ambassador Program provides teens the opportunity to
give back to their community, create awareness of global warming, endangered species, and
eco-friendly technologies. Their mission is to create global responsible citizens that make a po-
sitive impact in our world for future generations.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNLXRGEMWM

LEGACY 4 LIFE FUND

The Legacy 4 Life Fund was created to support children with cancer. Currently, Legacy 4 Life
partners with Patronato Del Hospital General de Tijuana to provide the economic and emotio-
nal support for low-income young patients and their families that they need to deal with and
overcome cancer.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNSPMTQUXK

MISSION MARISOL
The goal of Mission Marisol is to give orphans and underprivileged kids in Mexico the love and
care they need to grow and be leaders of change. 
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNKEHUKOBW
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TIJUANA / ROSARITO / ENSENADA

MEDICAL SUPPLIES & PPE FOR TIJUANA FUND

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, this fund will provide urgently needed medical supplies
and PPE for hospitals and clinics in Tijuana, Mexico. We will work with local partners to identify
current needs and distribute the supplies.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=PPE

MUSIC WITHOUT BORDERS

Founded by Pablo Sainz-Villegas, a globally renowned classical guitarist, the Music Without Bor-
ders Legacy (MEBL) is a project whose mission is to bring music and art to at-risk children and
youth for their personal and emotional development.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNBMIZTWFI

PASITOS CENTRO PSICOPEDAGÓGICO

Pasitos Cento Psicopedagógico is committed to providing care to children and youth in the Baja
California community who are affected with Autism Spectrum Disorder, or other special educa-
tion, emotional, and/or social needs.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNYFEYPFNZ

PREVENCASA, A.C.
PrevenCasa’s mission is to provide preventative and safe sex resources to the marginalized
community of Tijuana’s Red Light District.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNITODHRLX

STUDIO DANCE ABILITY TIJUANA MEXICO, A.C.

Dance Ability uses impromptu dance to promote artistic expression and exploration among
people with and without disabilities. Their mission is to provide the best quality of emotional
support to children, adolescents and adults. 
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNJGBZPYNL

THIS IS ABOUT HUMANITY

The mission of TIAH is to raise awareness and provide support to separated and reunified fa-
milies and children. Our fund will help educate others on being allies and advocates and help
support those individuals with essentials and necessities.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNBCOHMBQT

TIJUANA GENERAL HOSPITAL PATRONATO

Tijuana General Hospital’s Auxiliary Group, “Patronato,” is dedicated to raising funds to support
the most vulnerable population; over 95% of the hospital patients live in poverty.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNVWZOGUOE
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CORREDOR HISTÓRICO CAREM, A.C.

CAREM works to protect, preserve, and present to the public historical and cultural sites on the
peninsula of Baja California, México. Based in Tecate, some of CAREM’s projects include show-
casing the peninsula’s historic missions, preserving and restoring the famous “La Ramona” in El
Triunfo, a library specializing in information about the peninsula and surrounding region, and
special projects presenting the culture of the Indigenous people.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNFGFPPOLF

SAN QUINTÍN

TERRA PENINSULAR
Terra Peninsular conserves unique ecosystems in the peninsula of Baja California. Terra’s con-
servation programs work hand-in-hand with local communities to protect over 130,000 acres
throughout the peninsula, which includes the protection of certified nature reserves, coastal
wetlands, and sites of importance to migratory birds.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNFIKLHTVR

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CABO SAN LUCAS / SAN JOSÉ DEL CABO

AMIGOS DE LOS NIÑOS, A.C.

Los Cabos’ first authorized non-governmental organization, Amigos de Los Niños (ADLN), has
led the way in providing quality medical care for children with no option or healthcare provider.
ADLN offers life-changing medical attention for children through two programs: ADLN Free Cli-
nics and ADLN Special Case Care.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNFCWBSIEG

BAJA SAFE SALUD DE LOS ANIMALES Y FAMILIAS

CON EDUCACIÓN, A.C.
Baja S.A.F.E. Humane Society of San Jose del Cabo was founded in 2007 to rescue stray dogs and
cats and educate families on animal care. Baja S.A.F.E. helps the families in the barrios with their
animals, providing spay, neuter, medicines, and vaccines that they cannot afford.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNRSTXXTOG

CASA HOGAR DE CABO SAN LUCAS, A.C.

Casa Hogar is a comfortable, safe and happy full-time home set in a camp-like environment pro-
viding physical and emotional care for boys, girls and teens. In addition to caring for the children,
some are prepared for adoption or to be reunited with their families and teens are provided
opportunities for University and/or employment.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNJLZUSWDF

DANZA QUE DA ESPERANZA, A.C.

Danza que da Esperanza is a social program of Studio Tellez that brings opportunities and hope
to children in vulnerable situations in Los Cabos. Through their immersive scholarship program,
apx. 20 talented students receive dance, drama, and music education, English lessons, acade-
mic tutoring, etiquette, ethic and values, classes, dance uniforms, and daily transportation and
lunch.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNYSQDJEBN

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CABO SAN LUCAS /
SAN JOSÉ DEL CABO

GALA DE DANZA, A.C.

Gala de Danza is the heart of culture and art in Los Cabos, Mexico. Since the summer of 2013,
Gala de Danza has brought together artists from around the world to help enrich the lives of
young dancers and the community of Los Cabos, Mexico. With the participation of dancers,
choreographers, musicians, actors, teachers, staff and sponsors, the Gala strives to promote the
creation of the arts and artistic education.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNDCDLZHVO

LOS CABOS COMMUNITY FUND

This fund is dedicated to responding to current needs in Los Cabos region. All donations will be
dedicated to community-led efforts to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNZGUIPROS

LOS CABOS HUMANE SOCIETY

Los Cabos Humane Society offers accessible sterilizations and vaccinations at their Animal Care
Center and through outreach clinics. The fully staffed Center offers animal care, adoption, foster
care, and educational programs. They promote the humane treatment of all domestic animals
through community awareness and government legislation.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNQRDCUYIP

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CABO SAN LUCAS /
SAN JOSÉ DEL CABO

LOS NIÑOS DEL CAPITÁN, A.C.

Los Niños del Capitan, A.C. is a day care center dedicated to the support of impoverished chil-
dren living in Los Cabos, BCS, Mexico. Its aim is to provide care and education for the children,
so they can grow up to become important members of their community.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNSZZOHNEG

RED AUTISMO, A.C.

Red Autismo provides children in the Los Cabos area with early evaluation and intervention for
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to improve their quality of life. Through their work, they strive
to support, guide, and educate families, relatives, teachers, therapists, and professionals. Red
Autismo is devoted to helping children that fall within the Autism Spectrum or that are facing
other Developmental Disorders.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNYFPZLZIP

SARAHUARO, A.C.
Sarahuaro offers classes in human development, physical well-being, English language, and ar-
tisan and other skills that prepare women to support themselves and their families. Sarahuaro
also feeds children in school to help them focus on their studies.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNZEJWCPEC

SOLMAR FOUNDATION FUND

The mission of Solmar Foundation is to dignify families and individuals in need and help them
achieve a better life through community programs and activities of the foundation, with a focus
on women and children.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNLBKTYYYR

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(INCLUDES CABO PULMO)

AMIGOS PARA LA CONSERVACIÓN DE CABO PULMO, A.C.

Amigos para la Conservación de Cabo Pulmo (ACCP) is a community-based organization focu-
sed on protecting Cabo Pulmo National Park. ACCP leads local efforts in recycling, water quality
monitoring, environmental education, and local economic development projects.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNMTQJEYZV

EAST CAPE COMMUNITY URGENT CARE CLINIC, A.C.

The East Cape Community Urgent Care Clinic helps individuals and families to access appropria-
te medical care and to improve emergency response to acute and general health care needs in
Los Barriles. The East Cape Community Dental Clinic provides free dental treatment and educa-
tion to children under the age of 14.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNCDHLRDLU

EAST CAPE GUILD, A.C.

The East Cape Guild has helped over 1,000 students stay in school through its scholarship pro-
gram. Beyond the 9th grade, the Mexican federal system requires that parents contribute finan-
cially, but many families cannot afford it. The East Cape Guild consists entirely of volunteers and
all money raised (less expenses) goes directly to provide scholarships.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNWUYROFTS

AMIGOS DE LOS ALUMNOS

Amigos de los Alumnos in partnership with the annual La Ventana Classic provides academic
support for students in La Ventana, El Sargento and Los Planes to attend high school and/or
university, as well as support for local community development projects.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNMEOJQVGF

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ECO-RRREVOLUCIÓN, A.C.
Eco-rrrevolución was established in 2013 with the goal of creating, promoting, and implemen-
ting environmental projects in Todos Santos, particularly with a focus in recycling and waste
management. This organization is working to achieve ‘Zero Waste’ in Todos Santos and reduce
the footprint of its landfills.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNRJZVRGVF

THE PALAPA SOCIETY OF TODOS SANTOS, A.C.

The Palapa Society of Todos Santos, A.C., founded in 2003, is a multi-cultural non-profit Mexican
Civil Association. Its mission is to develop and administer scholarships and educational pro-
grams for the benefit of local children and their families, by working in concert with its commu-
nity of dedicated donors, sponsors, and volunteers.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNWSPVDMGC

TODOS SANTOS COMMUNITY FUND

This ICF fund supports community-led projects to benefit the people of Todos Santos. Commu-
nity members can propose projects that will benefit the broader community.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNWWERGOXZ

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ABRAPALABRA, A.C.
Abrapalabra in La Paz aims to motivate children to read in a fun way. Abrapalabra offers places
with books and science development through its libraries, workshops in public schools, and the
reading program in state hostels.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNKHUNBJNT

BCS FOOD SECURITY ALLIANCE

The BCS Food Security Alliance promotes food security to improve health through equitable
food access and nutrition, and sustainable production of foods at the community level.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=BCSFSA

CENTRO MUJERES, A.C.

Centro Mujeres was founded in 1994 in response to the increasing needs and human rights
violations facing women and youth. Centro Mujeres’ community action and advocacy programs
aim towards preventing teen pregnancy and the sexual abuse of children as well as impacting
the epidemic of violence against women.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNNBMGLJBL

CÓMO VAMOS LA PAZ, A.C.

Cómo Vamos La Paz strives to improve the quality of life for the residents of La Paz by reducing
negative impacts of urban development on the environment and ensuring that the local go-
vernment has the needed fiscal and administrative capacity to sustain economic growth, offer
quality public services, and work in partnership with its citizens.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNYJJPSDGR

FUNDACIÓN AYUDA NIÑOS LA PAZ, A.C. (FANLAP)

FANLAP provides basic support of food and education for students from impoverished areas
to give them the opportunity to complete their education and improve the quality of their lives.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNFYMYXDMP

GRUPO TORTUGUERO DE LAS CALIFORNIAS, A.C.

GTC is a network for the conservation of sea turtles. The network is comprised of fisherman, stu-
dents, teachers, housewives, scientists, civil society organizations, and government institutions.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNPJBZHRVM

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ALUMBRA LA PAZ
Alumbra La Paz’s mission is to inspire people of all ages through educational enrichment pro-
grams, museums, and activities in the areas of the environment, science, historic information,
and the arts.

LA PAZ COMMUNITY FUND

This ICF fund supports community-led projects to benefit the people of La Paz. Community
members can propose projects that will benefit the broader community.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=LAPAZ

NOROESTE SUSTENTABLE (NOS)

NOS contributes to the development of El Manglito, a La Paz neighborhood of fishing fami-
lies working on recycling, shellfish aquaculture, family financial inclusion, and community em-
powerment.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNVLFEZYQN

PELAGIOS KAKUNJÁ
Pelagios-Kakunjá studies migratory marine species in the Mexican Pacific. It aims to generate
baseline information for the regional management and implementation of conservation strate-
gies for sharks and other migratory marine species.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNFTLTIXQU

RAÍZ DE FONDO JARDINES Y EDUCACIÓN, A.C.

Raiz de Fondo offers educational opportunities to children and adults to enhance local quality
of life through organic gardening, nutritional advocacy, promotion of a sustainable culture and
community resilience. Two community gardens in La Paz, Baja California Sur, serve as platforms
for advancing this mission.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNKXTJXMTJ

RED DE OBSERVADORES CIUDADANOS (ROC)

ROC provides a mechanism for individuals and society to actively participate in and collaborate
with the government, in order to ensure the proper use of public and environmental resources
and natural protected areas. ROC tests the water at 12 La Paz beaches and works to prevent
illegal fishing at Isla Espiritu Santo.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNFTPYFBVG

SOCIEDAD DE HISTORIA NATURAL NIPARAJÁ, A.C.

Niparajá’s mission is to conserve the natural environment that is unique to Baja California Sur,
seeking dialogue and consensus within society, disseminating the legal and scientific basis of its
actions, with the goal of benefiting local communities for present and future generations. Nipa-
rajá has three ambitious conservation programs: land, marine, and water.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNNECIHFDO

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ANTIGUA CALIFORNIA HERITAGE APPRECIATION (ACHON)

The Antigua California Heritage Appreciation (ACHON) group is dedicated to promoting and
educating the local and visiting public to the unique history of the peninsula via documentary
films, a cultural gallery in Loreto, and gathering oral histories from elders in BCS communities.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNTIODWUWG

ECO-ALIANZA DE LORETO, A.C.

Eco-Alianza de Loreto is protecting the Loreto Bay National Park through education and ou-
treach, collaboration with local fishermen, enforcement/surveillance on the water, testing of
local water quality, partnerships with local officials, and recycling.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNBMBWXJXF

LAGUNA SAN IGNACIO

BAJA STEWARDSHIP FUND

Large-scale land conservation is achieved through careful management, scientific monitoring,
good neighbor relations, and an on-site presence. Today, lands under management total over
600,000 acres in Laguna San Ignacio and Bahia de Los Angeles alone, requiring significant over-
sight and monitoring.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNGVZJNVIH

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SAN IGNACIO WHALE CONSERVATION FUND

Every year, hundreds of California gray whales travel over 10,000 miles, form the summer fe-
eding grounds in Alaska to the winter breeding and calving destination of Laguna San Ignacio,
a UNESCO World Heritage Site. An alliance of organizations works together on enforcement/
patrolling, ecological monitoring, addressing threats, and carrying out outreach and education
for the local community.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNDFLSTMWK

SAN JUANICO SCHOOL – SUE CLARK MEMORIAL FUND

In memory of Sue Clark, dedicated teacher and community member, this fund will support the
construction of a new public secondary school to benefit the youth of San Juanico, Baja Califor-
nia Sur, Mexico.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNBGWJTHTM

SEA OF CORTEZ /
GULF OF CALIFORNIA

BAJA CALIFORNIA DISASTER RELIEF FUND

The Baja California Disaster Relief Fund responds to community-based needs arising from di-
sasters that impact areas throughout the Baja California peninsula. In 2014, this fund supported
relief and rebuilding efforts following Hurricane Odile and responded to Tropical Storm Lidia in
2017.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=BCDRF

BAJA REGIONAL WATERKEEPER FUND

WATERKEEPERS Baja California is a regional collaborative work throughout the Baja California
peninsula to fight for clean water and healthy communities. Collectively, the program monitors
over 75 sites along the coastline of the Baja California Peninsula for human sewage contamina-
tion and public health risk.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNTPLPPKOJ

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GULF OF CALIFORNIA

COMUNIDAD Y BIODIVERSIDAD, A.C. (COBI)

COBI merges its scientific focus with a commitment to local community livelihoods. Working
with fishing cooperatives throughout the Baja California Peninsula, COBI has demonstrated that
fisherman can manage their own catch in a sustainable way. COBI’s Mexico City office promotes
policy and legislative reform that supports responsible fishing and helps fisherman improve
their practices.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNHTULISPX

DEFENSA AMBIENTAL DEL NOROESTE, A.C. (DAN)

DAN is an environmental legal nonprofit that works closely with community-based groups
throughout the Baja California peninsula and the Gulf of California region to train them on re-
levant Mexican laws. DAN then works with those groups to ensure legal compliance through
analysis and litigation if needed.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNKPKDOJYG

THE FRIENDS OF WILD BAJA FUND

The Friends of Wild Baja Fund conserves and protects the critical habitats and biodiversity of
southern Baja California Sur, including Laguna San Ignacio, Magdalena Bay, and the wilderness
areas between La Paz and Loreto.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNGSBEPHMR

SEA OF CORTEZ FUND

As population and development pressures have increased along the Baja California peninsula,
ICF has responded by creating the Sea of Cortez Fund, allowing donors to make contributions
of any amount to support marine conservation and coastal habitat protection throughout this
ecologically fragile region.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNLMWGKIQO

PRONATURA NOROESTE, A.C.

Pronatura Noroeste is the regional chapter in NW Mexico for the National Pronatura System
– the longest-standing conservation organization in Mexico. Their award-winning work covers
marine protected areas, fisheries sustainability, conservation of private and community-owned
land, migratory birds, the restoration of the Colorado River Delta and an extensive education
program. Pronatura Noroeste operates through seven state offices and a 100+ staff composed
by conservation scientists and technicians.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNXWPZQTRV

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FRIENDS OF FUNDACIÓN TARAHUMARA

The Tarahumara Foundation has promoted the sustainable development of Sierra Tarahumara.
The organization is a facilitator of the sustainable development of the indigenous communities
of the Sierra Tarahumara, contributing to their autonomy and the reduction of their conditions
of marginalization and poverty.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNWCPHJSWN

FUNDACIÓN DE EMPRESARIADO CHIHUAHENSE (FECHAC)

FECHAC is dedicated to community development in Chihuahua, Mexico. The nonprofit works to
promote corporate responsibility, civic engagement, community-based causes, and education.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNUPPBKRSP

MATA ORTIZ FOUNDATION

The Mata Ortiz Foundation was created to work with the local community on projects to im-
prove the quality of life. The foundation joins with parent groups, local nonprofits, and the local
government to make these projects a success.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNDPCRDVCU

NEXT GENERATION SONORAN DESERT RESEARCHERS FUND (N-GEN)

N-Gen’s mission is to catalyze research and biocultural collaboration, develop an innovative re-
search and conservation agenda, and influence decision makers in both countries to promote a
conservation ethic that matches the grandeur of the landscape.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNYBROBYLF

RESTAUREMOS EL COLORADO, A.C.

Restauremos El Colorado’s mission is to restore instream flows and endangered native habitats
of the Colorado River by securing water rights and delivering flows to the delta and wetland
restoration projects.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNGDDKDWES

VIA EDUCACIÓN, A.C.

Via Educación utilizes educational strategies to provide community members with the knowled-
ge and skills necessary to improve their quality of life. We work so that each community served
develops they capacities needed to become self-sufficient.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNGSJZXFCX
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ANGELES CON CONCIENCIA BUCAL, A.C.

ACB is committed to providing integral dental care to underprivileged children in Puebla. Their
vision is to unite individuals, local organizations and corporations to help achieve their mission.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNKBPTMZTW

CAPACITHADAS
CAPACITHADAS provides training to domestic employees to dignify and professionalize their
work so that they can obtain a job with good conditions and a good salary. This organization
works for the well-being of women in the home, both employees and employers, thus striving
for a mutually beneficial relationship between them.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNKEOEYYZB

CARA ADELANTE, A.C.

Cara Adelante provides scholarships, safe housing and financial support. The young women are
housed in an environment complete with psychological support, tutoring, social skills, financial
and time management, health and nutrition.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNIWOQDORF

CASA HOGAR ALEGRÍA

Casa Hogar Alegría is a home for abandoned and abused girls from ages 4-18 in Toluca, Mexico,
where qualified personnel provide shelter, food, clothing, education, and medical care. In ad-
dition to caring for the children, some are prepared for adoption and teens are provided with
opportunities for university and/or employment.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNVBXQRHJU

FUNDACIÓN EL PEÑÓN, I.A.P.

Fundación El Peñón is an educational institution dedicated to promoting human development
and the quality of life of the families of the farmers and communities, through an integral forma-
tion oriented to Christian humanism, in a spirit of transcendence in ordinary work.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNLBRRPLTY

FUNDACIÓN PRO AYUDA A LA MUJER ORIGEN, A.C.

Origen’s mission is to empower women who suffer violence, poverty or are in a vulnerable si-
tuation, by providing them with the necessary tools to access opportunities that allow them to
improve their living conditions and that of their families.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNRDRKCIUW

FUNDACIÓN UNIVERSIDAD DE LAS AMERICAS PUEBLA (UDLAP)

UDLAP provides professional academic education to bright young men and women regardless
of their economic capabilities. This organization offers academic courses on Arts and Humani-
ties, Business, Engineering, Social Sciences and Sciences to its diverse students.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNHMBRUSUH
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INSITE PROYECTOS DE ARTE, A.C.

inSite has refined a practice of commissioning artists to undertake public projects in the context
of residences in communities in Mexico and the United States. inSite supports artists who have
an interest in attempting to activate the public sphere through co-participative experiences in
the neighborhoods where they choose to work.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNOCFSSRRG

THE INTERNATIONAL FRIENDS OF MUSEO TAMAYO FUND

Museo Tamayo, founded in 1981 by Olga and Rufino Tamayo, has emerged as the most pres-
tigious contemporary art museum in Latin America as an icon of museum architecture world-
wide. With a new fresh image, Museo Tamayo is looking to consolidate a paradigm for other
museums in Latin America.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNUYQZGPLR

PVO MÉXICO – LEER CONTIGO FUND

PVO México - Leer Contigo sets up and operates reading rooms in pediatric hospitals in Mexico
City. They help improve the emotional well-being of hospitalized children and help them to per-
ceive their hospital stay in a more positive light through reading and other educational activities.

PATRONATO DE ARTE CONTEMPORÁNEO, A.C. (PAC)

PAC was founded in 2000 by an independent group of professionals of the arts who understand
the need to engage a broader audience to the benefits and importance of contemporary artistic
manifestations in society, and to support curatorial, editorial, educational, and theoretical pro-
jects that contribute to the development of contemporary art in Mexico.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNNNDZHUUS

SETAC TU CENTRO COMUNITARIO PUERTO VALLARTA

SETAC is committed to reducing the incidence of HIV/AIDS in Puerto Vallarta and providing es-
sential services throughout the community, including physical and mental health treatment and
referrals, education, and recreation in a safe and discrimination-free atmosphere.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNESDXNVSU

SOMA FUND
SOMA was conceived to nurture discussion and exchange in the field of contemporary art and
education in Mexico City. SOMA’s mission is to provide a forum for dialogue between Mexican
and international artists, cultural producers, and the public at large.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNBNXPBLQD

TIERRALEGRE
Tierralegre is invested in conserving biodiversity and fostering sustainability through hands-on
environmental education and conservation biology along the southern coast of Jalisco. Its two
primary projects are the YES Initiative (a school garden program) and a sea turtle conservation
program in collaboration with the University of Guadalajara.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNEEWXETCI

VOCES Y VISIONES DE MALINALCO, A.C.

Voces y Visiones de Malinalco’s mission is to offer families and children of the Malinalco region a
well-rounded integral education, awakening in children the love for learning by helping develop
abilities to live in harmony with the environment and the community.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNVUEMKUDO
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THE RIVIERA MAYA FUND – ANAT KAH

The Riviera Maya Fund supports the work of Anat Kah and focuses on enhancing the quality of
life for the residents of the Riviera Maya region. Anat Kah is embarking on a project to address
the problems of violence and insecurity and is training promoters to hold community works-
hops on various types of violence and ways to prevent it.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNWDMWRQUY

FRIENDS OF PUERTO AVENTURAS – RIVIERA MAYA SUBFUND

Since the early 1980’s, the mission of Friends of Puerto Aventuras (FOPA) is to further educatio-
nal opportunities for children and adults in the Puerto Aventuras Poblado.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNPZIIDGSC

FUNDACIÓN CÁNTARO AZUL, A.C.

Fundación Cántaro Azul is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of people living in
marginalized communities through the design, implementation and evaluation of water and
environmental solutions.
To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNBJPUNYGM

FUNDACIÓN COMUNITARIA OAXACA, A.C.

Fundación Comunitaria Oaxaca is focused on improving the lives and well-being of the impo-
verished and marginalized populations of Oaxaca. The organization is focused on community
development, health, and education, including scholarships, workshops on resource manage-
ment, and education about sustainability.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNSFOIFQIP

PUENTE A LA SALUD COMUNITARIA

Puente a la Salud Comunitaria’s mission is to contribute to food sovereignty and advance the
health and well-being of rural communities in Mexico by promoting the consumption, produc-
tion, and commercialization of amaranth.

To donate, visit our website at https://icfdn.org/donate/?form=FUNFFCGHFHP

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 Partners in
their own
words
What inspires me most about the work The world of philanthropy has taught me great lessons, one
as a community foundation is promoting of them is that there are no impossible barriers when there
prosperous and sustainable development is a willingness to help and someone who knows how to do
that results in a positive impact on it. Working in partnership with the International Community
nonprofits and our whole social fabric Foundation honors this philosophy because ICF helps us
in Tijuana. The constant challenges, connect people who want to help with Fundación Dibujando
acceleration and increasing needs demand un Mañana to support girls, boys and adolescents living in
great efforts and greater collaboration. vulnerable situations fully exercise their rights.
ICF has been that bridge of collaboration
that has allowed us to access resources Katy Beltrán,
for the benefit of our community. ICF’s Director,
leadership, professionalism, sensitivity Fundación Dibujando un Mañana
and commitment to solving problems in
our cross-border region has played an
important role in this effort. It has been 20
years of building communities with shared
efforts!

Mario García Carrasco,

Board Chair, ICF’s experience, transparency and personalized treatment
Fundación Internacional are what motivate us to work with them. The expansion and
de la Comunidad (FIC) professionalization of the clubs in Mexico, which help us
apply our model of care in a better way, make me feel proud
and grateful to the boys and girls club community, especially
seeing the progress of the children and youth we serve. We
must invest to improve our world.

Mauricio Mier,
Board Chair,
Club de Niños y Niñas de México

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 Cabo Pulmo is a success in marine
conservation, yet its inhabitants also care
about their community. For just over a year,
several tourism service providers reduced
or eliminated single-use plastics and joined
the actions of the #DeplastifyAlliance with
what they became creditors to a badge Individually and collectively, we all have the responsibility and
of the alliance and the United Nations opportunity to give back time, talent, or treasure. As our fiscal
Environment Program (UNEP). One of the sponsor, ICF’s collaborative approach, its vision of civic par-
first contacts I had upon my arrival in ticipation, and its expertise in the cross-border region align
Cabo Pulmo was ICF, a foundation that perfectly with TIAH’s area of focus and engagement philoso-
gave me a warm welcome and gave me phy. As we grow our community of followers, and as today’s
the confidence to work with them hand challenging circumstances require we pivot to meet the needs
in hand to continue conserving the place of the vulnerable communities in Tijuana, San Diego or Los
and supporting the community. I have Angeles, ICF’s ability to research vital of-the-moment data
no words to thank you for your support, and help us structure matching grant campaigns is critical to
collaboration, accompaniment and the our vision. ICF’s ability to connect us with potential matching
opportunity to continue growing as a grant donors, along with its ability to partner with TIAH in our
person and as an organization. community campaigns, has been key to successfully comple-
ting initiatives within record time. This is About Humanity is
Tania de la Vega, incredibly excited to continue our extremely productive and
Executive Director, Amigos para la positive collaboration with ICF to ensure improved conditions
Conservación de for the most vulnerable at the Cali Baja border.
Cabo Pulmo (ACCP)
Yolanda Selene Walther-Meade,
Co-Founder,
This is About Humanity (TIAH)

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