The water off our beloved Oaxacan coast is often treacherous and swimmers occasionally find themselves in need of help. Luckily, there is a skilled volunteer lifeguard crew in Mazunte. Crews like these have significantly reduced the number of ocean-related fatalities over the past few decades. However, with the main tourist season approaching and the number of visitors dramatically increasing, there is only so much ground the volunteers can cover. Only four positions are paid by the government, and there are very limited resources to train new lifeguards and provide essential equipment.
How You Can Help
At the last public assembly meeting there was a direct plea for assistance for the lifeguards. In addition to more trained help, they require funding for basic needs―including uniforms, stretchers, radios, cold drinking water, and wages. As members of the Mazunte community, Hridaya is committed to supporting these much-needed efforts towards increasing beach safety in our area. This holiday season, we invite you to join us. If you are inspired to donate to our lifeguards, please enter your donation amount below. Hridaya will use all money received to purchase items for the lifeguard crews.
¡Gracias!
Thank you very much for your donation and for sharing our love for Mazunte.
