Transforming Lives Through Education
VíaNiños provides education and welfare support to working children and their families in Ecuador. With your help we are creating brighter futures for generations to come.
Empowering communities through education
We empower communities through education, social support, and life-changing opportunities.
Safe spaces to play
We create safe spaces for pre-school working children to learn, play and grow without fear. These early years are vitally important for child development and crucial cognitive and social skills.
Providing education
We help older working children to attend a specialist school and learn through tailored curriculum. The educational attainment helps the kids find better employment and earn a better living for themselves and their families.
Health and wellbeing
Many children experience different levels of physical and mental abuse at home. We support children with their social, psychological and physical health problems so they can overcome them
€1M+
Raised over 20+ yearsDedicated to brighter futures
ViaNiños roughly translates to street children in Spanish. It’s a fitting name for our not-for-profit charity as we fundraise to help working children gain an education and break the cycle of poverty. Find out more about the positive impact of education on poverty.
We support three grassroots non-government organisations in Ecuador that offer targeted support and education programmes to vulnerable working children. Our partners have decades of experience helping young people escape child labour and destitution through educational opportunities, decent work, financial support and strategic advice.
Every penny we raise goes directly to our partners to ensure that your donations are spent with the greatest impact and changing as many lives as possible.
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Discover the dedicated organisations working with us to transform communities
We empower communities through education, social support, and life-changing opportunities.
UBECI: Building brighter futures
UBECI works directly in markets and streets in south Quito, reaching children most at risk. Through early intervention, education programmes, and emotional support, they help reintegrate children into school while strengthening family ties.
CENIT: A safe haven for learning
Sor Dominga Bocca: A new home
Sor Dominga Bocca is a residential home for 22 girls aged between 3 and 18 years in Guayaquil. These girls are no longer able to live with their families due to domestic violence, abuse or abandonment.
Hear from the children and families whose lives have been transformed
Your donation helps us continue bringing education, empowerment, and hope to those who need it most.
“At the school I feel good. I learn a lot of new things, like experiments, drawing and not fight. I want you to always come.”
“I have a chance to study so I can get a better job after I leave. I am learning lots of things and I love going to the library and reading books.”
“The teachers at the school help me a lot — they give me important information every day. Our psychologist has taught us a lot about domestic abuse.”
There are many ways you can help
Donate
100% of donations go directly to our partner organisations in Ecuador. UK donors can boost their gift by 25% through Gift Aid at no extra cost
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Organise your own fundraising event, from sponsored runs to bake sales. We’ll give you everything you need to make it a success.
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We’re always looking for passionate people to join our volunteer team across the UK, Germany, and Switzerland.
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