Mi Prójimo
Vision: The next generation of young people participating in the transformation of Rio Esteban, one young person at a time.
Mission: Accompany and guide the next generation in their search for identity and purpose in life.
OUR STORY
Mi Prójimo was born as God’s response to a sincere prayer and a deep desire to serve. For years, I carried in my heart the longing to be part of something greater than myself—something that could bring transformation not only to individuals but to an entire community.
That desire to help my community began to take shape when I became part of Leadership Mission International. There, my vision expanded. I started to understand that God could use my life to impact others, and that my own story could become a source of hope for many.
Later, when I encountered UrbanPromise Latin America as a volunteer and student in their leadership program, I knew from the very first day that I was in the right place. It felt like a direct confirmation from God—a clear calling to serve. That experience lit a fire in me: a conviction that we could walk alongside children and youth, helping them discover their identity and purpose through spaces filled with love, learning, and safety.
OUR PROGRAMS
That’s how the dream began—small, but full of faith. In 2023 with a Youth group and then in 2024, with just a few materials, a deep desire to serve, and full dependence on God. We launched simple but meaningful programs: Discovering Dreams, Reading Club, and Homework Club, supported by UPLAM. Each activity was a chance to listen, to walk alongside, and to plant hope in the hearts of children and teens.
Soon, the faces of those children and youth began to turn into living stories. Children who once arrived shy or disengaged began to participate with joy. Teenagers who once doubted their worth are now leading activities, caring for younger ones, and discovering skills they never imagined they had.
From those first steps, we launched our three pilot programs: the School Camp, Vacation Camp, and Vocational Camp—each designed to provide safe, creative, and formative spaces. The vocational camp awakened hidden talents in art, technology, and language, while the school camp offered academic support and one-on-one mentoring, building bridges between the youth, their education, and their families.
A JOURNEY WE WALK TOGETHER
It’s never been about one person—it’s always been about working together. Every step forward has been made possible by collaboration: young leaders stepping up, families opening their hearts, mentors giving their time and wisdom, and supporters choosing to believe in this mission.
We believe that transformation happens when we unite around a common vision. When we serve together, grow together, and build together, change becomes possible—deep, lasting, and full of purpose.
Alina López
Founder and Executive Director.
Contact us at: miprojimohn@gmail.