Orphanage

[kaytiebeth]

Heading to Aruba this weekend and would love to visit the orphanage and take donations or gifts. Anyone know the rules for visiting or know what their current needs are?

[Arubalisa]

*Casa Cuna Progress Orphanage* cares for 30 disadvantaged children from infants to 3-year olds. The orphanage is in need of items for young children including disposable diapers, baby powder, diaper rash cream, children's clothes, infant clothes, shoes, toys, small stuffed animals, puzzles, toys and games for babies and toddlers. The phone number for the orphanage is (297) 585-7177.

*Imeldahof Children's Home*, located in Noord, is a home for children of troubled families. Many of the 50 children at the home have been victims of physical or sexual abuse or neglect. The home cares for boys ages 6-14 and girls ages 6-18. The home is in need of a variety of items for children including toys, games, sporting goods, puzzles, school supplies, small stuffed animals, backpacks and other supplies. For more information about the home and its needs, contact Director Dynia Muller at (297) 587-6085.

[Arubalisa]

I should have mentioned as well that you can bring up to $223.48 USD in gifts, duty free, to Aruba.

http://www.iatatravelcentre.com/AW-A...ns-details.htm
3. (gift) articles for personal use: up to a value of AWG 400.-. [$223.48 USD]