Cayo Scoop! The Ecology of Cayo Culture

The International Friends of Belize NGO has changed their name to Full Basket Belize.  They've a new name, a new logo, and a new newsletter!  They still have the same great goal, improving the education, health and environment of Belizean communities by providing educational scholarships and small project grants.  They are currently accepting grant applications.

"Full Basket Belize is pleased to announce that we are opening the application process for their 2013 Community Grant Program to continue the tradition of supporting local community projects.  Grants will be awarded to cover project costs of up to $1000 USD for projects that benefit Belizean communities in the areas of education, health (HIV/AIDS), and the environment."

You can get their new newsletter at: http://www.fullbasketbelize.org/images/newsletters/the%20cho%20quarterly%20newsletter%20fall%202012.pdf

Cornerstone had their Dance 4 Life workshop last week.  Thanks, Cornerstone!

"Dance4Life is a program that empowers young leaders to take action to push back the spread of HIV through youth driven interventions and novel strategies. Dance4Life engages. educates and activates young people in a fun and interactive way, strengthening their voice through music, dance, sports and the arts- inspiring them to make positive contributions to their communities."

Mary Open Doors has a new FB page out so you can stay current with all their hard work in the Cayo community.  They also have their latest newsletter out.

"After a long vacation, the Mary Open Doors newsletter is back!  In this issue, you will learn all about our latest fundraising activities, the continued success of our HIV/Domestic Violence presentations, some good work being done for our clients, and more.  Please take time to read all about how busy we've been, and what you can do to help as the new school year approaches.  As always, we wish you the best and God Bless."

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mary-Open-Doors/236661056456465

Thank you Cornerstone!  Here are some pictures from the event at CET in Cayo.