Bracelet Microenterprise Program

The Bracelet Microenterprise Program is a project of Hope for the Children Foundation (HFC) funded through sales of bracelets made by youth and families who are regular participants in Fundación EnseñARTE’s social circus and music programs.

Youth invest their earnings in sustainable projects that support the physical, social, and economic well being of themselves and their families, such as:

• educational expenses, including uniforms and books;
• purchasing land and authenticating ownership;
• building safe and healthy homes;
• connecting to public utility systems, such as water and natural gas;
• enlarging and improving existing homes;
• acquiring land and homes;
• starting various types of small businesses.

The rungs on the ladder out of grinding poverty are land ownership, a safe and healthy home, education, and microenterprise. Youth in the bracelet microenterprise program no longer work on the streets, regularly attend school at grade level, have improved living conditions, and are physically and mentally healthier than they were before joining Performing Life. Based on our home visits and interviews, these improvements are a result of dedication to education, improved living and economic conditions, and having a safety net to meet emergencies. With a more stable life, youth can imagine a future with hope for realizing their dreams.

See how the participants use their Bracelet earnings to create better futures through the arts!