Bokenkamp Children’s Shelter serves the needs of unaccompanied refugee minors in the hopes that with access to educational opportunities, shelter and legal resources, these children can be empowered to make their own way in life, whether that means returning to their home countries, being reunified with their families, or seeking asylum in the United States.
Bokenkamp provides dormitory-style living, bilingual educational opportunities, computer instruction, outdoor recreation, crafts and hobbies, spiritual care and a number of activities that strive to foster a sense of normalcy for children who may never have enjoyed such stability in their very young lives before this.
Here there is hope for a bright future for these children, either in the USA or in their home countries. If you have a craft, a talent, a hobby, some spare time, or a big heart, there is a place for you as a volunteer at Bokenkamp Children’s Shelter. While fluency in Spanish is certainly a big help, it is not a necessity for volunteers. Contact Sarah Hill (361 994 1214), email sarah.hill@lsss.org or go to www.bokenkampchildrenscenter.org .
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