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Due to gender inequality and cultural norms, many women in Mexico continue to face poverty, violence, and lack of education. Please watch this video to learn more about our work and the amazing women we serve.
WHO WE ARE
Giving young women opportunities to have a brighter future
In 2017, Thomas Gibson and his wife, Patricia Soto, founded the Gibson Soto Foundation. They expanded their work to La Cima, helping young women break the cycle of poverty through education. They both have a deep passion for helping others, and you will often find them traveling to remote parts of Mexico in search of bright young women they can support.
GET TO KNOW OUR BENEFICIARIES
We serve amazing young women
The young women we support come from generations of poverty, with the average family being in poverty for 11 generations (equivalent to 211 years). The majority of our students come from the Sierra Gorda mountain range, and many are indigenous. Our indigenous women are from the Otomi tribe of central Mexico and speak their formal Oto-Manguean language and Spanish.
The young women we support come from generations of poverty, with the average family being in poverty for 11 generations (equivalent to 211 years). The majority of our students come from the Sierra Gorda mountain range, and many are indigenous. Our indigenous women are from the Otomi tribe of central Mexico and speak their formal Oto-Manguean language and Spanish.
Our students’ average family size is 6 to 8 members
Average Monthly Income $150 USD
We find students through various means, such as contacts with schools, civic organizations, local community events, and word of mouth. All of our beneficiaries are very bright, top 20% of their class, and have a tremendous heart to have a better life.
We find students through various means, such as contacts with schools, civic organizations, local community events, and word of mouth. All of our beneficiaries are very bright, top 20% of their class, and have a tremendous heart to have a better life.
The effort that these young women put into their education and personal development is truly amazing.
WHAT WE DO
Our goal is to create a comfortable, safe setting where our students can focus on their development.
We maintain a facility named La Cima, located in Querétaro, Mexico , where our beneficiaries reside during their time enrolled in our program.
Our young women are provided with all they need for them
to reach their full potential with the following:
An Education
We provide college tuition, all school and home supplies, English classes, and complete medical care
A Home
We offer a great home-like setting with bedrooms and spacious areas for dining, study, entertainment, and group programs.
With Love
The mental health of our beneficiaries is always our priority. We maintain 24/7 licensed staff onsite.
Fulfill their goals
Our mission does not end there. All graduates are welcome to continue in our after graduation program and provide volunteer support to the foundation.
Become a Volunteer
The Gibson Soto Foundation works to break the cycle of poverty and achieve the sustainable development of communities through education, uplifting human beings, and generating peace and prosperity.
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