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AYUDANDO ABRIGANDO

We Help Peruvians in Need

We are a non-profit Civil Association (NGO) accredited by Peru’s Ministry of the Environment (MINAM). Our mission is to support the most vulnerable Peruvians while protecting the environment through plastic bottle recycling. We transform these bottles into warm clothing items (blankets, ponchos, socks, sweatpants, t-shirts, and caps) and donate them to communities living in extreme poverty.

Through Recycling

What Have We Achieved?

Figures as of October 2024:

773,580 kilos
+ 0 M
plastic bottles recycled
Blankets delivered
+ 0
Ponchos delivered
+ 0
Pairs of socks delivered
+ 0
T-shirts delivered
+ 0
Sweatpants delivered
+ 0
Hats delivered
+ 0

#AyudandoAbrigando

Educating, Recycling, and Helping

We create the change we want to see on our planet. You can be part of the change too. We look forward to having you join us!

We collect plastic

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We transform it into polyester fiber

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We produce a variety of clothing and accessories, including blankets, jackets, ponchos, socks, t-shirts, sweatpants, and hats

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We donate warm clothing to those in greatest need

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Our Purpose

Raising Awareness in Peru

For us, the most valuable reward is sharing smiles with those who benefit from our support. At Ayudando Abrigando, we dream of a Peru that is more environmentally conscious and more supportive of its vulnerable populations. Our cause is to raise awareness among those who donate their bottles and those who receive our help. We believe in the importance of empathy and unity. Together, we build a stronger, more generous community, setting aside our differences and uniting for a common purpose.

Collection points

See all our collection points

Julián Siucho

Co founder

In 2017, Julián Siucho Garofolin, a student at Colorado School of Mines, founded Caminando Ando, focused on recycling plastic to create socks and ponchos. Together with Pedro Brescia Hoffman, the initiative merged with Ayudando Abrigando, forming a single organization dedicated to responsible recycling and social aid. During this time, Ayudando Abrigando participated in international conferences and established partnerships with companies with which it continues to collaborate today.

Pedro Brescia

Co founder

In 2017, Pedro Brescia Hoffman, a student at The Wharton School of Business, founded Caminando Ando, focused on recycling plastic to create socks and ponchos. Together with Julián Siucho Garofolin, the initiative merged with Ayudando Abrigando, forming a single organization dedicated to responsible recycling and social aid. During this time, Ayudando Abrigando participated in international conferences and established partnerships with companies with which it continues to collaborate today.

Caterina Franco

Director

I joined Caminando Ando when I was 14 years old. I really enjoy skiing in the water and playing soccer. I really like having an impact on the lives of others and helping those most in need.

Sofia Poppe

Director

I joined Caminando Ando when I was 13 years old. My passions include alpine skiing and studying physics. I hope to influence and help many individuals through our positive actions as an organization.