Bolivia
In 1978, Food for the Hungry (FH) began working in Bolivia through child sponsorship programs. As Bolivia is prone to natural disasters, FH often provides emergency relief aid. FH also worked with government officials to create an extensive irrigation system. Click on icons to read more on how FH works in Bolivia.
Bolivia Facts
- Capital:
- La Paz
- Language:
- Spanish, Quechua, and Aymara
- Population:
- 10,118,683
- Crisis:
- Poor water and sanitation conditions
- Average income in rural areas is $150 per year
- Prone to flooding, mudslides, landslides and drought
Our Work in Bolivia
Agriculture
Last year, 2,704 people learned improved farming and irrigation techniques to grow crops. Adults and children learned how to raise trout and other animals for food.
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Church
Last year, 350 pastors received training in leadership and discipleship last year. 810 children attended children’s ministry programs. 2,309 adults participated in church programs.
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Education
Last year, 2,015 children received assistance to stay in school and develop their talents last year. 23 teenagers received assistance to pursue secondary education or vocational training to pursue their dreams.
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Health
600,000 children received parasite treatment last year. Nutrition improved for 180,000 children through FH health programs.
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Income Generation
Last year, 81 people participated in savings groups. Construction projects helped 197 people.
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Water
Last year, 5,822 people benefited from FH clean water programs. FH digs deep wells and creates irrigation systems to help Bolivians survive droughts.
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