More support needed for our restaurant!

Dear friends,

We greet you with deep gratitude. For 25 years, at Path of the Heart we have lovingly and unconditionally supported indigenous families near Cusco, Peru, providing food, winter clothing, emergency services, and clean water.

We recently delivered warm clothing to 150 families and installed potable water for 20 families at an altitude of over 4,400 meters. Today, we are focusing on the school cafeteria in Ccorao. It is through this restaurant that we have been able to feed hot meals to 150 children per day for the last 25 years!

Our goal this summer is to raise $15,000 to ensure the continuity of this vital service.

The integrity of our project is reflected in its transparency:

• Direct impact: Each lunch costs only $0.67.

• Local economy: Supplies are purchased directly from local farmers.

• Pure volunteering: 100% of your donation goes directly to the children, with no salaries or marketing expenses.

Every contribution is an act of love that transforms a destiny. We invite you to join this sacred endeavor.

Make your donation to our summer campaign here. 

With deep gratitude and love,

Washington Gibaja Tapia

Vice President in Peru,
PATH OF THE HEART

Clean Water to Challhuaccocha - CHUPANI!

I am pleased to report the successful completion of our Clean Water Project in the community of Challhuaccocha - CHUPANI benefiting 12 native families. Despite extreme geographical and climatic challenges, we have successfully provided these families with access to their most vital need: clean water.

The project was executed under high-difficulty conditions that highlight the resilience of our team and the community:

Geography & Climate: Located at over 14,500 feet, the area is characterized by freezing temperatures and heavy rainfall.

Isolation: Families live in traditional stone and straw-roof homes, approximately 2 to 3 kilometers apart. They remain largely forgotten, with no access to roads, electricity, or basic services.

Logistics: Due to the lack of infrastructure, equipment was transported using trucks and horses, followed by many hours of hiking alongside the families to reach each home.

Social Impact: Most households include 5 to 8 children who currently hike up to 6 hours to attend the nearest school.

The joy and gratitude of these families upon receiving clean drinking water reaffirms our mission. We would like to express special thanks to Brother Valentín and his community team. As a beneficiary of a previous project, Brother Valentín accompanied us to ensure that these families in remote areas finally received the support they deserve, bringing love and a life-changing opportunity to them all.

FUN FACT: During this install, we found a solar D-light provided by our organization nearly 10 years ago still in perfect working order. This confirms the high quality and long-term impact of the equipment we provide to these communities.

With Love, Energy, and Time,

Washington Gibaja Tapia

Supply Acquisition Report for the Ccorao Dining Hall

Dear Path of the Heart Donors,
We send you our warmest greetings, filled with energy and gratitude for the work you do our children.

It is a pleasure to inform you that the acquisition of food supplies for March 2026 has been successfully completed. The supplies were purchased at local markets, thus supporting the local economy and ensuring the freshness of the products. The shipment was so large that it required the full capacity of our vehicle, occupying both the cargo area and the cab to ensure the transport of everything necessary.

• Kitchen Management: Special recognition is extended to the cooks, Gladys and Berta, whose commitment and excellent performance are fundamental to the operation of the dining hall.

• Nutritional Quality: Maintaining our standard of excellence, the menus include foods of high biological value such as quinoa and fish, essential for the comprehensive development of the children of Ccorao.

• Social Impact: Attached you will find photographic documentation of the logistics and care put into this work.

I want to express my deepest and most sincere gratitude for the love and dedication you give to the children of Peru and those who represent the world. Your support makes it possible for these actions to transform lives.

Sincerely, 
Washi

First Warm Clothing Delivery of 2026!

We are pleased to announce the successful completion of our February 2026 Warm Clothing project. Our team and local volunteers traveled to the community of Tanccac, located in the Sacred Valley, to provide essential winter gear to families in need. The timing was critical, as the region is currently experiencing heavy rainfall and dropping temperatures.

Total Beneficiaries: 50 children from economically disadvantaged families.

Local mothers and community leaders partnered with our volunteers to ensure the distribution was organized and reached those most in need. The delivery of these items has provided immediate relief and protection against the harsh seasonal elements.

Thank you, as always for your incredible support in making these efforts possible!

Hot Cocoa for the Holidays

During these three days of service, children and entire families lovingly received this sacred beverage in a spirit of unity, peace, joy, and service to humanity, especially meaningful in the days leading up to Christmas 2025. We were fortunate to have new board member, Roxanne accompanying us throughout all three days, as well as another volunteer, Sophia, who joined us for one day. We also extend our sincere appreciation to the local volunteers and to everyone who generously contributed their time and support to make this initiative a complete success.

I am pleased to report that, unlike previous years, we did not experience the usual rainfall. This allowed for safer and more efficient deliveries, benefiting the children, families, and our team, as many community members were able to walk more comfortably from their high-altitude homes.

Our hot chocolate recipe remains unique, and it continues to be received with enthusiasm and appreciation. Hearing members of the communities express how delicious it is brings me deep joy and a sense of fulfillment.

From the bottom of my heart, I wish you a beautiful Christmas and a prosperous New Year 2026, filled with abundance, harmony, and family unity.

Please know that Path of the Heart continues to move forward with great responsibility, simplicity, and humility in the present moment.

With sincere gratitude,

Washi