News & Stories
News from Cartagena
Photos and updates from the classroom, the kitchen and our time with the children.
Two Days Together in Cartagena
A look back at our August 2026 visit, when the children welcomed our family and the community spent a day together outside the city.
A Thoughtful Team Visit in Cartagena
How a company visiting Cartagena can support Una Luz by following the needs and schedule of its local team.
Faith and Everyday Service in Cartagena
Una Luz's local team shares food, learning, and faith with children and neighbors in Cartagena.
How Monthly Giving Supports Children at Una Luz
See how pooled monthly gifts help children in Cartagena have lunch, learn with their teachers, and spend the afternoon with people who care for them.
Giving to a US Charity That Works in Colombia
How gifts to Una Luz Foundation support its work in Cartagena, and what US donors should know about charitable deductions.
Planning a Mission Visit to Cartagena
A useful visit to Una Luz starts with the local team's priorities and respect for the children's daily routine.
Cartagena Beyond the Tourist Zone
The work of Una Luz is rooted in a Cartagena neighborhood where children and neighbors gather for food, learning, and community.
A Community Kitchen for Around 100 Neighbors in Cartagena
Marylan, Doris, and three volunteers prepare lunch for Una Luz's children and meals for around 100 neighbors each day.
Where Your Gift Goes at Una Luz
Monthly gifts help provide lunches, learning, and care for children in Cartagena, alongside meals for neighbors through our community kitchen.