Educating underserved children in Maya communities in Guatemala
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TEACH Newsletter SPRING/SUMMER 2026
WE SERVE AND WE TEACH, WE RECEIVE AND WE LEARN
By Shari Zamarra
As we tell the TEACH story once again, some thoughts come to mind during this joyful season. Why TEACH? Years ago, we were called by Fr. Tom Moran to Serve in Izabal, Guatemala. We were driven by the vision of David Megel and Anne Larin. We have Received the call to Learn about the poor as Pope Leo has asked us to. It is ongoing…
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.”
Hundreds of Children Helped
In 2016, TEACH supported the education of 589 Guatemalan children. The children want to be in school! Help today by donating your time, talents, and financial support.
“Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire.”
TEACH Mission
The mission of TEACH is to respond actively to the schooling needs of underserved children in Maya communities in eastern Guatemala. As a non-profit, volunteer-powered organization, TEACH partners with local leaders.
TEACH Vision
TEACH’s vision is to support education opportunities for Maya children in a way that both respects their cultural heritage and empowers their communities toward greater social and economic self-sufficiency.
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