Putu Etiartini And co founder Michael Pate story about starting this Yayasan Kasih Peduli Anak and Bali street kids project

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Yayasan Kasih Peduli Anak (YKPA) ykpa.org

Founded in 2007 by Putu Etiartini and co-founder Michael Pate, YKPA is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting disadvantaged children in Bali, Indonesia. Our mission is to provide education, shelter, medical care and a children's home for kids from different backgrounds, offering care for street children and education to give them a brighter future.
See the impact of our work firsthand through inspiring videos that showcase our journey from the very beginning in 2007 to where we are today.
Our Projects Include:

✅ Bali Street Kids School in Kuta, Bali, Indonesia (since 2007) – We bring education and hope to children living on the streets and in slums. We provide homeschooling, food, and supplies donations, ensuring these children receive the support they need to thrive.

✅ YKPA Denpasar Children’s Home (since 2008) – We offer a safe and loving home environment for disadvantaged children from various backgrounds, including those with disabilities, those who have experienced trauma or sexual abuse, orphans, and children whose parents are unable to support them. We care for children from infancy up to 18 years old.

✅ YKPA Tabanan Children’s Home (since 2015) – Our home provides nurturing and secure care for younger disadvantaged children under 15 years old, including those with disabilities, those who have faced trauma or sexual abuse, orphans, and children whose parents are financially unable to care for them.

✅ Village Kids Project & Remote Village Support (since 2020) – Initiated during the COVID-19 pandemic, this project brings education, healthcare, and essentials to children in underserved villages. We support village kids with English and arts classes, distribute food and groceries to the community, and care for the elderly with blankets and food donations.

✅ Women’s Shelter – We empower women with safety, skills, and opportunities for a better future. Our shelter provides a haven for abused and traumatized women, including those facing stigma for being pregnant without a husband.

✅ Disaster Relief Project – In response to natural disasters in Indonesia and around the world, we distribute food, donations, and essential support to those in need, offering a helping hand during challenging times.
By following our Facebook page, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube channel, you’ll get an inside look at the lives we’re transforming and the communities we’re uplifting.

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Our projects include:
✅ YKPA Denpasar Children’s Home – Providing a safe and loving environment for children in need.
✅ YKPA Tabanan Children’s Home – Supporting and nurturing children in rural areas.
✅ Bali Street Kids School in Kuta – Offering education and hope to children living on the streets.
✅ Village Kids Project & Remote Village Support – Bringing education, healthcare, and essentials to children in underserved villages.
✅ Women’s Shelter – Empowering women with safety, skills, and opportunities for a better future.

By following our Facebook page, you’ll get an inside look at the lives we’re transforming and the communities we’re uplifting.

Join with us International org in making a difference! Follow us today and be part of our journey.Our projects include:
✅ YKPA Denpasar Children’s Home – Providing a safe and loving environment for children in need.
✅ YKPA Tabanan Children’s Home – Supporting and nurturing children in rural areas.
✅ Bali Street Kids School in Kuta – Offering education and hope to children living on the streets.
✅ Village Kids Project & Remote Village Support – Bringing education, healthcare, and essentials to children in underserved villages.
✅ Women’s Shelter – Empowering women with safety, skills, and opportunities for a better future.

By following our Facebook page, you’ll get an inside look at the lives we’re transforming and the communities we’re uplifting.

Join with us International org in making a difference! Follow us today and be part of our journey.joinwithusinternational.org

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