Welcome to Abriendo Mentes!

A nonprofit literacy organization enhancing education and empowering communities in rural Costa Rica.

Abriendo Mentes provides free afternoon classes and activities in rural communities of Costa Rica. Our classes combine English language instruction (ESL) and art activities with critical thinking and literacy building exercises, in an effort to promote enhanced education and to "open minds".

Through our community based teaching programs, we also offer hands-on volunteer opportunities, where individuals who have a willingness to help, are able to make a significant impact in a rural community. The current project of Abriendo Mentes is located in the small village of Playa Potrero, Guanacaste, on the north western coast of Costa Rica.

The ultimate goal of Abriendo Mentes is to empower each community member with the knowledge and resources needed to achieve a better standard of living and promote economic stability.

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Donate now! Join Abriendo Mentes to make an impact and create a positive change for families, children and communities in rural Costa Rica

Enhance.Educate.Empower.

Abriendo Mentes is now a partner with Omprakash, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Follow this link to Omprakash. org in order to make a tax-deductible donation to Abriendo Mentes.

"In spite of having higher levels of stability and development than other Central American countries, Costa Rica is a country that needs the help of others. Especially with regard to the education of children, who are the future of every nation. The Abriendo Mentes (Opening Minds) Project creates an opportunity for these children to learn a new language and culture, world geography, music, art, human relations and other skills that, without a doubt, will not only open their minds, but will open doors to a better future."

Karen Cerdas Aguilar, Social Worker and mother of two Abriendo Mentes students, Sofia (10) and Paulina (5).