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Spirit of Wellness

1000 Books to Foster a Love of Learning

1,000 copies of The Little Prince were given to children in rural Ecuador, where kids typically read only half a book per year. This initiative aims to foster a love of reading and learning, helping to build the foundation for brighter futures. Developing strong reading skills is essential to unlocking opportunities and lifelong success.

Costa TV Interviews our CEO, Matt Collins

Our Community, Video Stories

Decemer 2022 holiday Celebration, olón foodbank

Spirit of Wellness foodbank Interns celebrate Santa Lucia day.

In addition to bringing light and hope to the world, Saint Lucia is known for bringing food and aid to the poor of her  community. 


It is fitting that the Spirit of Wellness team was invited to participate in the celebration of this saint as they too work to bring food and aid to their communities. 


                                                      Dreams + Resources = Success

                                     --the rallying cry of the Spirit of Wellness team!


Little Stars of Knowledge Learning Center Project

Early childhood learning centers operate in many of the rural coastal communities in Ecuador. The government provides the building and loving teachers, but not much else. This means that the facilities are often woefully inadequate. Many buildings do not have electricity, weather resistant roofs or operating bathroom facilities. Yet, despite these conditions, invariably, what visitors notice are the bright and cheerful wall displays in the immaculate and orderly classrooms filled with happy and engaged children.


It is remarkable what these extrodnary teachers and school administrators accomplish with so little. And with just a little more support, they can accomplish even more. That's where organizations such as Spirit of Wellness can make an impact.


Patty Rodriquez, Director of the center in San Pedro, had hopes of working bathrooms near the classrooms so that the 40 students who attend the center would not have to be carried through rain and slick mud to bathrooms that did not have consistently operating toilets or sinks. 


After sharing her concerns with the Spirit of Wellness team and supplying a well-researched proposal for the construction, the team got to work securing funding for the project and a were rewarded with contributions from donors who recognized the importance of adequate facilities.


                                                         Dreams + Resources = Success

                                     --the rallying cry of the Spirit of Wellness team!


Patty, the teachers, the parents and especially the children now have safe, operational bathrooms that will foster an atmosphere of learning ensuring brighter futures.

Little Stars of Knowledge Learning Center Project

Health and wellness, one individual at a time

In Ecuador, medical care, in theory, is available to all of her citizens, free of charge. However, in practice, this is not the case. Costs for anything except the most basic, routine care must be borne by the individual. This means that many go without necessary, often life-saving, medical attention. 


Spirit of Wellness partners with community members to support individuals who need basic medical equipment or medicine that can make a difference to their quality of life and ability to pursue their educational opportunities. 

360° Leadership Academy expands opportunity in San José, Ecuador.

In collaboration with CC Consulting, Spirit of Wellness piloted an ecducational Leadership Program designed specifically for the members of the San José community as they embarked on a course of action to overcome the economic setbacks of pandemic closures.


The program exceeded expectations by every measure! The course was fully enrolled, all students graduated and the repayable grant provided to each student to assist with their business marketing plan's implementations were 100% paid-in-full at the course completion.

360° Leadership Academy Welocomes a new class

Olón Foodbank, Video Stories

The Foodbank: A community in Action

The Olón Community Foodbank, a program of Spirit of Wellness, serves over 36 beneficiary families during each bi-monthly distribution. 


In addition, everyone who visits on distribution day is provided with staples, funding permitted. And nearly all who visit, help with the distribution process contributing to the feeling of community participation and joy.

The Foodbank: nourishes families

The Olón Community Foodbank, a program of Spirit of Wellness, serves 36 beneficiary families during each bi-monthly distribution. 


Each family receive supplies such as rice, flour, sugar, tuna, eggs, beans, pasta and fresh produce. In addition, they are provided household hygiene items such as bleach, soap, toothpaste or shampoo..

The Foodbank: A community resource

The Foodbank is not just a place to receive much needed staples. It also is a place to gather as a community for friendship and support. 

The Foodbank: A typical Day

It's always the best day of the week when the Foodbank is open.

The Foodbank: A team Effort

Everyone pitches in on distribution day.

The Foodbank: An Alternate Location

The food provided by the foodbank is a vital resource so distribution happens regardless of unforeseen obstacles.  

The Foodbank: A Special Day

Generous donations provide our deserving beneficiaries with more than just food: household items, clothing and reading glasses.  

Senior Lunch, Video Stories

Olón Senior Luncheon

Started during the pandemic, a weekly hot meal service for the senior citizens of Olón is still going strong over two years and TEN THOUSAND meals later. 


Spirit of Wellness is proud to help sponsor the program started by a dedicated team of residents who provide nutritional support to the most vulnerable members of the community.

Olón Senior Luncheon: New Aprons make their debut!

Olón Senior Luncheon: Every Thursday, rain or shine!

Olón Senior Luncheon: It's always a Treat!

Olón Senior Luncheon: At the Roadhouse!

Senior Lunch: A New name, A new Logo!

Senior Lunch: Faces of Joy!

Senior Lunch: Something Special!

Senior Lunch: Children welcome!



Senior Lunch: In the kitchen!


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