Extend the Welcome
What happens here reaches beyond Lakeside. Through our partnership in Guatemala, we support children and families with access to education, daily meals, and stable care. When you give, you’re helping create steady opportunity — the kind that lasts.
One child. One family. One steady presence.
Child sponsorship provides consistent support for a child’s education, daily meals, healthcare, and mentorship. It means school uniforms and supplies. It means tutoring when learning feels hard. It means someone shows up.
Most of all, it means a child knows they are seen.
Our connection to Guatemala reflects what guides us.
Craftsmanship matters. Communities matter. Showing up matters most.
The families we support are working toward long-term stability through education, vocational training, and strong community structures. We believe in empowerment, not handouts. Partnership, not pity. The same values that shape this small summer shop — welcome, simplicity, thoughtfulness — shape our global friendships too.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes! You will receive a donation receipt by the end of the calendar year.
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Donations are collected into our fund and are distributed to registered non-profits in Guatemala. 100% of your donation goes directly towards supporting the work.
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Yes! Please email us at lakesidekiteshop@gmail.com for more information.
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With gratitude, we earmark gifts in honor or memory of someone.