Communities & Charities United

For over a decade, PVAngels has been introducing the world to the Greater Banderas Bay area, raising tons of awareness for locally engaged charities and the many businesses and individuals that contribute support to their efforts - while having a boatload of fun doing it.

Meet the Charities

Have fun and get to know the non-profits around Banderas Bay in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit. You'll find info on hundreds of charities - from animals to orphanages to health care to environmental to service organizations and more - and find that special space that makes your heart feel full.

• Community Services • Youth & Family • Environment • Education • Animals & Wildlife • Health Care • Culture & Recreation • Special Interests • Hospitals & Clinics • Worship • Public Schools • Private Schools

 
Refugio Infantil Santa Esperanza (R.I.S.E.)
The Refugio Infantil Santa Esperanza is a non-profit shelter for babies and children under the age of 14. Some of these children are orphans but most come from unbearable situations having been abused, neglected, or simply abandoned.

How You Can Help

Use Your Powers for GoodThere are many methods of support to match every donor's preferences, whether it is a one-time donation, scheduled donations, sponsorship, in-kind donations, fundraisers, grants or volunteering. Every donation makes a positive change to someone's life. Are you ready to make a difference?   Click Here to Use Your Powers for Good

Share Your Efforts on PVAngels

Share Your Efforts on PVAngelsIf your organization or favorite charity is not included on the PVAngels website, we welcome you to submit the information so we can help by reaching out to our readers and supporters.

If there is an existing or potential individual or business to be included as the organization's Partner for Change, let us know and we'll introduce them to the resources of PVAngels.

Partnered for Change


Show off your support for the charities and non-profit organizations in and around the Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit area.

Become a Partner for Change

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