On an on-going basis, the Foundation provides food to those in need.
Securing a beach on the island so people with disabilities can use it for therapy has been an 11 year lengthy discussion with the Government, according to Ringo. A beach has not yet been secured and to date, there are no accessible beaches designated for their use. The organization is also trying to purchase an abandoned building from the Government which they can restore themselves to use as a Rehab Center for people with disabilities. So far, Ringo said the response from Government has been,“ no”.
Ringo is of the passionate opinion that those in authority need to give more attention to improving the lives of people with disabilities in Curacao, but while his frustration with the authorities continue, he and his team are forging ahead with the projects they identify and can complete themselves.
In the homes of many disabled people on the island, shower grab bars are lacking. Ringo and his team are trying to purchase and install these in as many homes as they can. Assistance in obtaining grab bars is welcomed and any donation to assist with their work overall will be appreciated.
For information about Save the Youth Foundation, email: info @ saveouryouthcuracao. com
Some of Ringo’ s work as an artist under the signature,“ Nature,” is shown on the right. Funds generated from the sale of these go towards the Foundation and their social projects on the island.
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Awardnig Prize to student
Building greenhouse
Furniture by Ringo
Furniture by Ringo
Ringo’ s Art
Furniture by Ringo
Abandoned Building
Ringo’ s Art
To Table of Contents Handbag by Ringo
Replacing a roof