Yaxe, Oaxaca Province, Mexico: September 2023
This September (2023), our team was able to spearhead the construction of a rainwater harvesting system at a local middle school within the city of Yaxe, Oaxaca Province, Mexico. This rainwater harvesting system will provide renewable clean water for public sanitation and consumption for 150 children indefinitely. While within Yaxe, our team was able to provide preventative healthcare in the form of hypertension and diabetes checks, working in conjunction with a local physician to ensure long-term follow-up care. Most fortunately, we were able to meet with local leaders to form the basis for long-lasting, sustainable connection between our non-profit and the community of Yaxe.
Student Athletes: 2022-Present
Through custom fundraising programs, we have been able to successfully help students obtain funds necessary to acquire training apparel, sports equipment, travel fees, tournament fees, etc. In this year alone (2023), we have had the privilege of giving back over $88,000 to various sports teams throughout our nation.
Nairobi, Kenya: Summer 2019
During the summer of 2019, The Cause International was able to travel to Kenya and give back over $40,000 philanthropically. We were able to install a borehole (well) within a rural village outside of Nairobi, providing renewable clean water to the populace there indefinitely. We additionally donated school/art supplies to after school programs and supplied a hospital with a new hospital bed.
Antigua, Guatemala: Spring 2017
The Cause International’s first trip as a team internationally and our first foray into addressing water insecurity in underserved areas worldwide. Diarrheal diseases count among the leading causes of death to children within Guatemala. To address this problem, our team partnered with local water filtration company Ecofiltro to install water filters within 3 schools in rural Guatemala. On top of installing water filters our team also donated sports equipment, school/art supplies and toys to an after-school program in one of the villages.
The What's Your Cause (WYC) Tour
The WYC Tour stands as a beacon of inspiration and empowerment, aiming to broaden horizons, ignite passions, and empower students from diverse backgrounds. Through interactive sessions, engaging panel discussions, and hands-on activities, the tour exposes students to a wide range of career pathways and introduces them to successful role models. Partnering with educational institutions like the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), the WYC Tour reaches thousands of students annually, fostering a sense of belonging and support within communities. More than just an event, it's a transformative experience that instills hope, sparks creativity, and empowers students to pursue their dreams with confidence and determination.
Flint, Michigan Winter 2016
During the water crisis that was taking place, our team decided to make Flint one of our giveback destinations. Our team visited a homeless shelter and supplied them with 1,000 water bottles, 500 cans of chicken and were able to have conversations with the residents about their situations. Channel 7 News heard of our acts and covered our giveback for a piece that would be aired on their station.
Detroit, Michigan Winter 2016
Detroit was where our team installed our first official mentorship program at Martin Luther King High School. We gave back $1500 in school supplies and to after school programs. Our team also got the chance to share our company’s origin story with the student body inspiring a few young men and women to want to pursue their own dreams.
Skid Row - Los Angeles Summer 2016
Los Angeles, California was the destination for our second giveback. Our team went out to Skid Row in downtown L.A. to assist the hundreds of people living out in the streets. This was done through passing out $5,000 in hygiene kits, clothes, food & water. Haircuts were also given out to those who wanted them. Volunteers from the L.A. area assisted us in passing everything out.
Boys & Girls Club - Chicago Winter 2015
Chicago was our very first giveback. During our universities Christmas break we donated $2,000 in sports equipment, toys and school supplies to the children of the Boys & Girls Club on the south side of Chicago. This was many of the kids First Christmas. Not only did we donate the $2,000 dollars in gifts but shared the experience of a regular day at the Boys & Girls Club. This included: arts & craft, dance class, gym time, lunch, and tutoring if needed.