Thanks to a generous donation from The Mazzo Group, Santos and her son Douglas now have a safe place to call home in El Salvador. This is the 22nd home made possible by The Mazzo Group.
Santos (30 years old) moved to this community with her husband and his family thirteen years ago. They had their son and dreamed of a home and a brighter future. Sadly, her husband died in an accident about 4 years ago. Since this tragic loss, Santos and her son Douglas (13 years old) have been living with her father / Santos’ grandfather. Santos has been working in a sewing factory earning about $360/month. Her income is used for essentials like, food, utilities, transportation, and medicine. They only have access to electricity and water once every 3 days for 3 hours. When Santos is not at work, she likes to attend church and participates in as many community activities as possible.
Douglas (13 years old) is in sixth grade and likes to learn at school and play soccer with his friends. When he’s not studying, Douglas will sometimes help work in the cornfield with his grandfather. Santos is charismatic, outgoing, and studious.
Santos and Douglas live on a tight budget, making it hard to save for a home. The current structure they’re living in was built by Santos. It’s made of wood, dirt floors, and sheet metal.
Santos and Douglas have seen how a new home can impact families and their overall community. They are looking forward to a new home that will feel safe.
