Our Partners

Our 2026-2027 Partner Organizations

PiLA collaborates with a wide range of organizations that are leaders in their fields. Below is a list of the 2026-2027 Partner Organizations that will be hosting our fellows over the next year:

• Antigua International School (Guatemala): Antigua International School (AIS) offers a world-class education to students in Guatemala, blending rigorous academics with a focus on character development and global citizenship. Fellows contribute to curriculum development, teaching, and extracurricular activities that prepare students for success in a globalized world.

• Awamaki (Peru): Awamaki is a community-driven social enterprise that works in deep partnership with indigenous Quechua women artisans in the Sacred Valley of Peru. Through programs focused on heritage textiles, market access, and sustainable tourism, Awamaki supports women-led artisan cooperatives and helps preserve traditional weaving techniques while creating meaningful economic opportunities. Based in the town of Ollantaytambo, Awamaki connects visitors with indigenous communities through immersive tourism experiences that highlight traditional weaving, cultural exchange, and the natural landscapes of the Sacred Valley.

• Colegio Privado Reinaldo Macchi & Team Tobatí (Paraguay): Colegio Privado Reinaldo Macchi is a community-centered school in Tobatí, Paraguay, dedicated to providing high-quality, accessible education to local students. The school works closely with Team Tobatí, a long-standing partner organization that supports the school through educational programming, infrastructure development, and international engagement. Together, Macchi School and Team Tobatí are committed to expanding educational opportunities, strengthening institutional capacity, and creating pathways for student success both within and beyond the classroom. 

• Cova (Honduras): Cova is a social enterprise building a healthier Central America through community-centered safe water solutions. Through Cova’s proven Circuit Rider model, our team provides post-construction support to rural communities to deliver long-term sustainable improvement to water systems across El Salvador, Honduras, and Nicaragua. Cova’s model currently provides safe drinking water solutions to 1.4 million people across 2,000 rural communities. 

• The DREAM Project (Dominican Republic): The DREAM Project focuses on providing high-quality education and opportunities to children and youth in the Dominican Republic. Fellows support educational programs, literacy initiatives, and community development projects.

• EARTH University (Costa Rica): EARTH University is renowned for its focus on sustainable agriculture and environmental stewardship. Fellows work alongside staff and students to promote sustainable practices and develop innovative solutions to agricultural challenges.

• Escuela Primaria Hermanas Mirabal (Dominican Republic): Escuela Primaria Hermanas Mirabal provides primary education to students in the Dominican Republic, creating a supportive learning environment focused on academic growth and student development. PiLA Fellows contribute directly to the school community through classroom instruction, English-language learning, educational programming, and student engagement. The placement offers Fellows the opportunity to gain hands-on teaching experience while building meaningful relationships with students, educators, and the surrounding community.

• Honduras Independence Bilingual School (Honduras): Honduras Independence Bilingual School (HIBS) is a bilingual educational institution in Quimistán dedicated to providing high-quality, English-integrated instruction to students in a rural Honduran context. HIBS emphasizes academic rigor, community engagement, and the development of globally minded students through a bilingual curriculum, serving students from preschool through high school. At the core of HIBS’ mission is the holistic development of its students, addressing their physical, mental, and emotional well-being. 

• Hospitalito Atitlán (Guatemala): Hospitalito Atitlán is a nonprofit community hospital serving indigenous Maya communities in Santiago Atitlán and the surrounding Lake Atitlán region of Guatemala. Founded to address the lack of accessible healthcare in the region, the hospital provides essential medical services including maternal and child health care, primary care, emergency services, and surgical programs. Hospitalito works closely with community leaders, international volunteers, and local healthcare providers to strengthen healthcare access while supporting culturally responsive medical care for indigenous patients.

• Liceo Científico Dr. Miguel Canela Lázaro (Dominican Republic): Liceo Científico is an innovative public charter school focused on STEM education for students in rural regions of the Dominican Republic. Fellows will support classroom teaching, curriculum development, and science-focused extracurricular activities, empowering students to pursue careers in science and technology.

• Limitless Horizons IXIL (Guatemala): Limitless Horizons Ixil (LHI) works alongside the Indigenous Maya Ixil community of Chajul, Guatemala, to expand access to education and create opportunities for children, youth, and families. Through academic support, literacy initiatives, youth development, and community-based programming, LHI helps students build the skills and resources they need to pursue their educational and professional goals. As a PiLA partner, LHI offers Fellows the opportunity to contribute to locally rooted programs while gaining meaningful experience in education, community development, and cross-cultural collaboration.

• The Mariposa DR Foundation (Dominican Republic): The Mariposa DR Foundation provides sustainable solutions to end generational poverty by educating girls to become empowered young women and inspiring the international community to join this global movement. Mariposa serves more than 175 Dominican and Haitian girls through two primary program sites: the Mariposa Center for Girls in Cabarete and the Mariposa Mountain School in Los Marranitos. Through holistic, girl-centered programming, Mariposa focuses on academic support, health and wellness, leadership development, and community engagement. Mariposa’s approach is rooted in experiential learning, creativity, and fostering a strong sense of identity, agency, and possibility among its students.

• Mayanza & Puerta Abierta (Guatemala): Mayanza is a community-centered health organization that partners with Indigenous Maya women in Santiago Atitlán to improve community health through education, empowerment, and economic opportunity. The organization works alongside a local team to design and implement culturally relevant programs grounded in community needs. Puerta Abierta is an innovative education organization that operates a progressive school, library, and community learning center. Founded in 2006, the organization is committed to transforming education through creative, student-centered learning.

• Osa Conservation (Costa Rica): Osa Conservation focuses on protecting the rich biodiversity of Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula. Fellows contribute to environmental conservation projects, research, and community engagement efforts.

• Partners for Andean Community Health (Riobamba, Ecuador): Partners for Andean Community Health (PACH) focuses on improving healthcare access and outcomes in underserved Andean communities. Fellows will engage in women’s health programming, public health education, and community-based outreach, supporting sustainable community health initiatives.

• Ronald McDonald House Foundation (Colombia): The Ronald McDonald House Foundation in Bogotá supports children and families facing serious medical challenges, providing a caring home environment and critical support services. Fellows will assist with program development, international cooperation projects, and family-centered services, helping improve the well-being of vulnerable families.

• Ronald McDonald House Foundation (Mexico): The Ronald McDonald House Foundation in Mexico City supports children and families facing serious medical challenges, providing a caring home environment and critical support services. Fellows will assist with program development, international cooperation projects, and family-centered services, helping improve the well-being of vulnerable families.

• Yspaniola (Dominican Republic): Yspaniola is dedicated to providing high-quality education and leadership development to underserved communities. PiLA Fellows at Yspaniola work on educational programs, curriculum development, and community outreach initiatives.

Expanding Our Reach

As we continue to grow, PiLA is committed to expanding our network of partner organizations across the region. We are constantly exploring new opportunities to collaborate with innovative organizations that share our commitment to social justice, sustainable development, public health, education, and human rights. Our goal is to provide PiLA Fellows with diverse and impactful placements that not only advance their professional development but also contribute to the long-term well-being of the communities they serve.

In addition to the partners listed above, for our 2025-2026 fellowship cycle, we will be adding new partners in Colombia, Ecuador, Honduras, and Panama. Stay tuned for more information as those partnerships continue to develop.

Get Involved

Are you an organization interested in partnering with PiLA? We would love to hear from you! By partnering with PiLA, your organization can gain access to highly qualified and passionate fellows who are eager to contribute to your mission. Learn more about how to become a PiLA partner by contacting us here.

Together, we can continue to make a lasting impact across Latin America and the Caribbean. Thank you for being a part of the PiLA community!