Transforming Lives Through Love,
Education, and Community.

Who We Are

Cucharadas de Amor A.C.

Cucharadas de Amor A.C. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the holistic development of children and families living in vulnerable conditions in the Lomas de la Primavera community in Zapopan, Jalisco, Mexico.

Our work is born from a deep desire to transform lives by providing access to opportunities that allow every person to reach their full potential. Every day, we work to meet the most urgent needs of our community by providing educational support, character-building programs, and nutritional assistance to those who need it most.

We firmly believe that real change begins when you strengthen the foundations of learning, self-esteem, responsibility, and community. That is why everything we do aims to create a lasting impact, not only addressing immediate needs, but contributing to the personal and social growth of every family we serve.

Formally established as a nonprofit in 2017, we have worked with commitment, responsibility, and love for the well-being of our community. We are recognized as an Authorized Donee (Donataria Autorizada) since 2020, meaning all donations are tax-deductible.

Our Story

A Legacy of Love Since 1997

The story of Cucharadas de Amor begins in 1997, when Madre Orfa Maía Núñez, moved by the extreme poverty she witnessed in the Lomas de la Primavera neighborhood, started a community project focused on providing food to families in need.

For years, this work was sustained by the dedication and service of those who participated, reaching many families who found relief in this support during difficult times.

In 2016, due to her advanced age, Madre Orfa retired from active leadership. Ernestina Gómez Llanos Leaños took over, and later invited Gabriela Maldonado Padilla to join the project. Gabriela continues to lead the organization to this day.

As community needs grew, Cucharadas de Amor was formally incorporated as a nonprofit in 2017. In 2020, in response to the pandemic, the team reimagined its approach by building a holistic model around education, personal development, and nutritional support.

Mission

Mission

To provide better opportunities for people living in vulnerable conditions in the Lomas de la Primavera community through strategies built on education, personal development, and nutritional support.

Vision

Vision

To transform the lives of children and their families by providing access to education, personal growth opportunities, and tools to reach their full potential.

Our Values

Our Values

Our work is guided by three core values that shape everything we do: love, awareness, and responsibility.

Love

We serve with empathy and respect, walking alongside every child and family with dignity and compassion.

Awareness

We stay attentive to the realities of our community and respond with care, intention, and meaningful action.

Responsibility

We encourage personal and social commitment so families can grow stronger and contribute to their community.

Our Community in Action

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Join us in writing the next chapter.

For just $25 a month, you can sponsor a child's education and help their family build a better future.