Grant and Funding Programs Offered by Stevenson Ministries Foundation – New Beginnings

Stevenson Ministries Foundation – New Beginnings is a Canadian non‑profit charitable organization that operates community development and Christian outreach programs in underprivileged communities around Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Through donations from individuals, churches and partners, the foundation channels financial support into a portfolio of initiatives that aim to break cycles of poverty by addressing education, nutrition, health, housing, livelihoods and spiritual needs.

The organization finances public education costs for children and adults by paying registration fees, school supplies and uniforms, and by arranging sponsorships so learners can continue to middle school, high school and, in some cases, university. It also partners with La Escuelita, a before‑ and after‑school program, where it contributes to salaries, teaching materials, food, vitamins and special activities.

New Beginnings runs a Food Program that provides families with healthy food, fresh produce and vitamins, often linked to commitments to keep children in school. It supports access to doctors, medicines and medical equipment, particularly in communities facing toxic environments, poor water quality and illnesses such as dengue fever. Construction funding helps repair and build homes and community facilities, while supporting local employment and businesses through the purchase of materials and the hiring of local labour.

The foundation also operates Income Generating Programs, where participants receive training, startup funding and ongoing operational support to build small enterprises, such as artisan jewelry and sewing projects, until they can operate independently. Targeted sponsorships allow donors to direct support to specific individuals or families, provided that the assistance aligns with New Beginnings’ objectives.

The primary beneficiaries are low‑income families in the Madre Selva and Gardenia communities and surrounding areas near Puerto Vallarta. Funding covers children and youth in school, adults seeking new skills, families facing food insecurity, and community members in need of medical care or safer housing. As a Christian organization, New Beginnings also finances spiritual initiatives such as church planting, Bible studies, pastoral care and the potential hiring of a local pastor.

Although the organization does not present itself as a formal grant‑making agency with competitive calls, it clearly provides financial assistance and project‑based funding to individuals, families and locally led initiatives. Donors can allocate their contributions to specific program areas—education, La Escuelita, food, medical, income generation, vehicle needs, construction, spiritual work or general operating costs—knowing that the foundation stewards these funds directly into community‑level support.