- Skate Park: support skaters in the reconstruction of a ramp, building trash can from wood pallets, painting walls and educational signs
- Coastal Forest: planting, removing grass, coastal cleanup.
- Green Garden: transplanting and preparing compost
2023 Somos Inc Puerto Rico Conference
November 8 - 12, 2023
Day of Service
Friday, November 10, 2023
Special Thank You To Our 2023 Day Of Service Presenting Sponsor
This Year's Day of Service Will Take Place on
Friday, November 10, 2023
In general, the Day of Service will run from 8:30am-3:30pm
Some buses due to the nature of the site or location may depart earlier or later then 8:30am
There are multiple locations keep scrolling to see them all.
Details about our other humanitarian efforts and Initiatives will be posted soon.
Finca NOA
Finca NOA, (New Agroecological Organization), provides educational programing to local residents and aims to address the need of fresh produce on the island. They hope to strengthen the local agricultural system by educating and integrate families into the farming industry.
Please Note This Site Runs From 8:30am-3:00pm
Things To Know
This site is outdoors
Clothing: sun protection, water bottles, closed shoes (NO sandals)
Activity: Transplanting, compost, and a workshop about wood and how to build a pilon
CRESPR
Coalición Restauración Ecosistemas Santurcinos, Puerto Rico
CRES, the Coalición Restauración de Ecosistemas Santurcinos, is a nonprofit working in Puerto Rico towards restoration and conservations of the natural environment. Their projects have included working on conservation for the coral reefs and dunes, reforestation, cleaning the coastlines and implementing better recycling systems!
Their Bucaré Urban Garden (BUG) is an urban-community garden and nursery in San Juan, located in the Punta Las Marías area. The site is also used to offer workshops in propagation of plants, bioconstruction, composting and permaculture, and other topics.
Forest Community, Skateboard Park, Punta las Marias and Community Garden
Things To Know
Clothing: sun protection, water bottles, closed shoes (NO sandals)
You may get wet
This site is outdoors
Activity
This Site Is Proudly Co-Sponsored by
The New York Botanical Garden
New York City Council
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Communidad La Perla
Embark on a transformative day of service in the vibrant community of La Perla in San Juan.
Join us along side Catholic Charites and the local Community Board for a day filled with purpose and impact. Contribute to the well-being of local families. Our collective efforts aim to support the residents of La Perla.
This day of service goes beyond just physical contributions; it's an opportunity to connect with the local community, understand their stories, and build meaningful relationships. As we work side by side, let's create a lasting imprint of care and solidarity.
Come be a part of this enriching experience, where each act of service brings us closer together.
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Para La Naturaleza
A Day With Para La Naturaleza
Spend a full day with the amazing team of Para La Naturaleza
Participants will be broken up into two groups.
One group will start with El Vivero while the other group is at the Historic Aqueduct, then the groups will switch.
Lunch will be provided at this site
Vivero Rio Piedras
Para la Naturaleza directs a program known as Árboles, más Árboles (Trees, more Trees), dedicated to producing, distributing and planting endemic and native tree species in Puerto Rico, which are better suited to local soil and climate conditions. The more than 60,000 trees produced every year by Para la Naturaleza’s Native Tree Nurseries are either used for reforestation purposes, sold to the public at selected locations, or given away for free during the annual Conservation and Reforestation Fair.
Things To Know
This Site is Outdoors
Clothing: sun protection, water bottles, closed shoes (No Sandles)
Activity: Transplanting and planting trees
Historic Aqueduct - Para La Naturaleza
Things To Know
This Site is Outdoors
Clothing: sun protection, water bottles, closed shoes (No Sandles)
Activity: Educational/Historical Tour
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Travesías/Crossing at the Museo de las Américas.
Private Guided Tour with both esteemed artists, Imna Arroyo, and distinguished curator, Humberto Figueroa.
Travesias, which means Crossings, is a retrospective of 20 years of Imna Arroyo’s work. It’s a spiritual journey and tribute to the millions of enslaved Africans who lost and gave their lives during the trans-Atlantic slave trade, a story that is difficult to tell yet brilliantly displayed through her work. It is both beautiful and chilling! The curator, Humberto Figueroa, an international renowned artist from the island, will co-facilitate the tour alongside Imna.
Busses will depart around 8:30am
Tour 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
After the tour, participants are free to enjoy the local San Juan Area.
Busses will return at 1pm - participants are welcomed to stay and find their own way back to hotel.
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Escuela Santiago Iglesias Pantín
Join the American Federation of Teachers at Escuela Santiago Iglesias Pantín, this school is in need of cleaning & painting. It is still an active school and during our visit the students will be in class.
Things to Know:
Escuela Esc. Santiago Iglesias Pantín, is located 15 minutes from the host hotel.
The work at hand is mostly outside.
Clothing:
Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes - No sandals, closed toe shoes.
Projects that will be done:
#1. Paint the basketball and play area at the school.
#2. Design and paint a mural.
#3. Replace basketball courts.
#4. Gardening- Clean and paint planters/boxes. Plant Flowers
Logistics:
Bus will depart at 9:00am
Bus departs to hotel at 3pm
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Escuela Superior Rosalina Caraballo de Martínez
Join us at Escuela Superior Rosalina Caraballo de Martínez for an insightful conversation, tour and lunch.
Be a part of the dialogue at Escuela Superior Rosalina Caraballo de Martínez as we delve into the nuances of charter schools and discuss the broader educational system in Puerto Rico. Take this opportunity to gain valuable insights, connect with other individuals, and explore the unique perspectives that shape education in our community. Together, explore ways to enhance the educational experience for all.
This is an active school, and the children will be in class during the visit.
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Mesón de Amor/Casa Amor, Fe Y Esperanza (C.A.F.E.)
Mesón de Amor is a project of Casa Amor, Fe Y Esperanza (C.A.F.E.), a non-profit corporation.
Join the Meson de Amor/Casa Amor, Fe Y Esperanza team for an enriching conversation about their impactful programs. Explore how the organization fosters connections between college students from the University of Puerto Rico, seniors, and families. Delve into discussions about their senior program, "Viejos pero no pellejos," and support to college students which provides with hot meals, fellowship, mental health workshops, and crucial support with groceries, among other essential services.
This is your chance to deepen your connection with the local community and enjoy a cultural performance and lunch where you can connect with fellow participants.
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Yauco
Participants will be assisting with repairs of a local church in Yauco.
More details to follow.
Due to distance and nature of work this group has separate arrangements and will not return by 3pm.
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Villas del Sol
Self-Construction and Mutual Aid Housing Cooperative
Community Center of Villas Del Sol
This site is in partnership with Heart911 & The Building Trades
Work to be done: At this location participants will repaint the community center, restore the basketball court, outside play area and provide a distribution of goods for those with in the community.
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YMCA of San Juan
Join the YMCA team and lend a hand in RE-Building the YMCA Community Garden & work on a painting project!
The Community Garden will involve children and adults who participate in YMCA Programs as well as community members. Participants will learn how to plant and care for the garden.
Painting Project. This project will make a positive impact on the experience of members and participants, and help the YMCA improve its business operation, resulting in more opportunities to serve the community.
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Join the Red Cross in Cataño, La Puntilla
Join Red Cross Staff and Volunteers to install lifesaving smoke alarms.
Cataño, La Puntilla is a waterfront community near Old San Juan. Residents are hardworking and humble people.
Join Red Cross team members for a brief training and help install lifesaving smoke alarms. Lunch at a local establishment provided.
Bus Departs: 9:30 am
Return to the hotel by 3:00pm
snacks, water and lunch will be provided.
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John Cardinal O’Connor Early Head Start
The New York Foundling is hosting a book and school supply give away for the 130 families served in by their San Juan programs.
This will be an opportunity to visit one of their 42 sites in Puerto Rico.
Bus to depart approx. 8:30am
This site will run from approx. 9 AM – 1PM
Back at host hotel by 2PM
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Join Habitat For Humanity in Fajardo
Habitat For Humanity Puerto Rico
Volunteers are the Heart and the hands of Habitat for Humanity. They all generously contribute their time and talents to enhance the quality of life for numerous families in our country.
Volunteers will have the opportunity to participate in a hands-on experience at one of Habitats construction projects in Fajardo.
The volunteer work will encompass tasks such as gardening and yard cleanup, property maintenance, and painting.
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