Our scholars live primarily in the Flor De Bastión neighborhood in Guayaquil.
FLOR DE BASTION NEIGHBORHOOD
Some of our Starfish families moved to Flor de Bastión 20 years ago from other parts of Guayas and other provinces of Ecuador such as Manabi. The barrio still does not have an official government presence; no basic services are offered. Flor de Bastión has long, winding, and unpaved hills. During the dry season, it can be windy and dusty, and in the rainy season, muddy.
Guayaquil, Ecuador
Guayaquil is the largest city and chief port of Ecuador. Cacao, coffee, and bananas are the main exports of Ecuador. 70% of Ecuador’s exports leave through this port, while 83% of imports enter this port.
Flor de bastion Scholars
Meet our Flor de Bastión students!
Many of our scholars have sponsors who provide them with the materials and support they need to excel in school and beyond. Unfortunately, not all of our students have a sponsor. Check out the many sponsorship options we have to support our scholars and consider changing a life today!
57 million
Primary school age children in Ecuador who are not enrolled in school
250% increase
in students accepted since the 2013-14 school year
100 students
The number of enrolled scholars in our programs, including 61 students receiving scholarships
