Help give native Peruvian kids access to sports

As we approach the season of giving, Sinkumunchis is excited to launch a special Giving Tuesday fundraiser to make a lasting impact on the lives of kids and young adults in remote, low-income native communities in Peru. Our goal is to raise $50,000, which will cover the costs of two of our schools for an entire year, supporting over 500 players – boys and girls alike. The first $10,000 in donations will be matched 1:1 by one of our generous supporters, doubling the impact of the first donations we receive.

Sinkumunchis is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and public charity dedicated to providing access to football training for youth in native Quechua communities from in the Peruvian Andes. These are often remote areas facing economic challenges, where opportunities for personal development and empowerment are limited. Our organization believes in the transformative power of football and sports to instill important life skills, foster teamwork, and build a sense of community. We teach football incorporating Quechua, native language of Peru spoken by more than 3 million people in Peru and 10 million people worldwide.

Sinkumunchis has now opened 3 schools supporting over 1,000 beneficiaries of our programs. With your support, Sinkumunchis provides access to these communities to ongoing football training, good quality sports equipment, access to tournaments and competition, transportation and interdisciplinary programs such as welding, astronomy, English exchanges, and others.

More than 40% of our students are women, aiming to leverage sports as a platform to transform their lives. In many native Quechua communities, being a woman comes with its unique set of challenges. Established gender norms often limit opportunities for girls and young women. Sinkumunchis places a special emphasis on the development of women's soccer in these communities, aiming to break down barriers and empower young females to overcome societal expectations. By providing a platform for girls to engage in sports, we are not only fostering physical well-being but also challenging stereotypes and promoting gender equality.

Our programs consist of 10 months of intensive football training, where participants not only hone their athletic skills but also learn crucial life skills such as discipline, perseverance, and teamwork. To further their development, we organize tournaments, providing a chance for these young players to showcase their talents and continue their growth. These events not only serve as a celebration of their hard work but also as an opportunity to connect with other communities and share experiences.

We take pride in the positive impact Sinkumunchis has on the well-being of our participants. According to two independent studies, children who participate in Sinkumunchis are twice as likely to "feel healthy" compared to their peers who don't have access to our programs. Additionally, a pre and post-study conducted in collaboration with Fulbright scholars demonstrated positive impacts across various well-being areas, including enhanced concentration and increased energy levels.

At Sinkumunchis, our impact goes beyond the soccer field. We are committed to not only empowering the youth in Quechua-speaking communities but also creating economic opportunities for our dedicated trainers. By investing in the development of our coaching staff, we ensure that local talent is nurtured and supported. This not only enhances the quality of our soccer programs but also contributes to the economic sustainability of the communities we serve. Through fair employment practices and ongoing training initiatives, we aim to build a network of skilled trainers who, in turn, become catalysts for positive change in their communities.

Your generous contribution will directly support the continuation and expansion of our programs, allowing us to reach even more youth in need. By contributing to Sinkumunchis this Giving Tuesday, you are investing in the physical, emotional, and social well-being of these young individuals, providing them with opportunities they might not have otherwise.

As we come together on Giving Tuesday, let us unite in the spirit of generosity and empowerment. Your support for Sinkumunchis will not only help us reach our fundraising goal but, more importantly, will contribute to the development and empowerment of the next generation in Quechua-speaking communities.

Thank you for being a champion for Sinkumunchis!