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By Nikki Miller Picture: ELSMARIE AND DEBORA Picture 2: DRAWINGS DONE BY THE CHILDREN AT THE COMMUNITY CENTER Big changes start with little things. In the case of Ojalá Niños it started with a woman named Elsmarie Norby and how she opened her gate to the children in San Miguel Viejo, a rural Otomí indigenous village that has historically had little access to resources. Elsmarie moved to San Miguel Viejo in 2007 and began providing school supplies and support to the local ch

Project Redwood Invests in the Future of Children and Families in San Miguel Viejo We are excited to share an important new chapter for Little Things Matter and Ojalá Niños: Project Redwood has awarded a grant to support Elevate Education, our comprehensive initiative designed to address educational lag and create stronger pathways to opportunity for children and families in San Miguel Viejo, Mexico. For us, this partnership is about much more than expanding programs. It is a

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – March 1, 2024 Debora Annino dannino@littlethingsmatter.net 214-707-5043 Little Things Matter has announced the creation of Las Pequeñas Cosas Importan, a new non-profit organization serving the Otomí indigenous rural community of San Miguel Viejo, Mexico. Las Pequeñas Cosas Importan, being chartered in Mexico, will serve as a sister organization to the U.S.-based Little Things Matter Foundation. Each organization will have independent boards but work c

Creating Opportunities. Strengthening Communities. Our mission is to create opportunities and well-being through small-scale, project-based investments in underserved Hispanic communities through education, economic empowerment, and holistic well-being. Throughout the year, our programs in Mexico continued creating meaningful opportunities for children, teens, women, and families through education, skills development, community programs, and comprehensive support. 📊 OUR YEAR

OJALÁ NIÑOS - LITTLE THINGS MATTER A Season of Growth, Creativity & Community The first quarter of 2026 was a meaningful season of growth, creativity, and renewed momentum for Little Things Matter Foundation and Las Pequeñas Cosas Importan. Through education, STEAM learning, sports, arts, cultural enrichment, and community support, children and teens strengthened essential academic, creative, and social skills while deepening their connection to their community and cultural i

🌱 A Month of Learning and Growth This month, our community continued to grow through learning, creativity, and connection. Over 60 children and teens participated in our programs, including academic support, computer skills, soccer, robotics, and sewing. The most attended class was Computer Class, highlighting the students’ strong interest in technology and digital tools. 📚 Strengthening Core Skills In the classroom, students worked on essential skills such as reading, writ

🎉 A Month of Celebration and Growth February was a month full of celebration, creativity, and continued learning in our community. 🫔 Candlemas Day We began by celebrating Candlemas Day, thanks to the generous donation of tamales from Manantial, allowing families and children to enjoy this meaningful tradition together. 💖 Valentine’s Day Activities For Valentine’s Day, children participated in a fun rally of educational activities, accompanied by snacks and cake. It was a

✨ A Meaningful Start to the Year January marked the beginning of a new year filled with meaningful activities that reflect our commitment to community, culture, and education. 🎁 Three Kings’ Day Celebration We celebrated Three Kings’ Day with a special gift distribution for the community, made possible thanks to the generosity of our donors. We extend our sincere gratitude to Betty Best for donating 60 waist bags, and to Denis Fintch for providing pizzas and traditional at

July was filled with activities and special moments for the San Miguel Viejo community, with a total of 267 attendances at the various PCI workshops and 1 new enrollment. Below is a summary of the month’s highlights. 📚 Tutoring 📚 During this month, the children focused on reinforcing the topics covered throughout the trimester. We reviewed each subject to ensure they fully understood the concepts, allowing them to finish the school year successfully and start their summer v

May at Ojalá Niños has been a month full of new adventures and learning. This month, we continued to foster the growth of our children and moms through a variety of educational and recreational activities. With each experience, we aim to instill a love for knowledge and creativity, as well as strengthen our community. Here is a summary of the exciting activities and achievements we shared during this special month. 📊 Attendance Statistics 📊 This month we had a total of 507

During the vibrant month of February, at Ojalá Niños, we continued to immerse ourselves in a world of learning, creativity, and solidarity. Throughout this period, our talented children and dedicated mothers participated in a wide range of enriching activities, spanning from art and sewing to exciting sports classes and academic reinforcement. Join us in discovering the fascinating experiences we shared together during this month filled with achievements and gratitude. 🎨 Art

During the vibrant month of January, at Ojalá Niños, we immersed ourselves in a world of learning, creativity, and solidarity. Throughout this period, our talented children and dedicated mothers participated in a wide range of enriching activities, spanning from art and sewing to exciting sports classes and academic reinforcement. Join us in discovering the fascinating experiences we shared together during this month filled with achievements and gratitude. 👑 Three Kings Day

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One partner of the Little Things Matter Foundation is Ojalá Niños, a non-profit that empowers children living in indigenous San Miguel...

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Who is the founder of Ojala Niños…And what is Ojala Niños? I was born in Chicago in 1940, the only child of Swedish immigrants. I was...

The Dawning: Ojala Niños Is Born By Elsmarie “Elsa” Norby, Founder I’d lived in Mexico since 1997 in the beautiful, small city of San...