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<div>Building Bridges: Education &amp; Food Programs for Dogs, Families &amp; Communities in Guatemala and New York.

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<div>For nearly a decade, I’ve walked the streets of Guatemala, Mexico, and New York with one mission: to rescue dogs, to heal them, and to show families that a dog can become so much more than a pet — a partner, a teacher, and a piece of the family’s heart.

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<div>The Mayan Dog Rescue Foundation was born out of this mission. We’ve saved thousands of dogs — from feral street pups to high-end “unwanted” dogs — and helped families learn how to build balance with them. But rescue alone isn’t enough.

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<div>To truly break the cycle, we need to go deeper. That’s why we’re building two Education Centers — one in Guatemala, one in New York — that combine dog rescue, family education, and food programs that nourish entire communities.

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<div>Our fundraising goal is $1,000,000. This isn’t just about buildings. It’s about building a future — a future where dogs, families, and communities thrive together.

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<div>Why We’re Building These Centers

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<div>* In Guatemala, families often don’t have the resources to feed themselves, let alone their dogs. Dogs are abandoned, children grow up without guidance on compassion or animal care, and communities struggle.

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<div>* In New York, families often have the resources but lack the knowledge. They adopt or buy dogs that don’t fit their lifestyle. They struggle with behavior issues, stress, and imbalance. Kids are rarely taught how to safely and lovingly interact with dogs.

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<div>We’ve seen the same truth in both places: healthy dogs, healthy families, and healthy communities all grow from the same soil — food, education, and compassion.

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<div>The Vision

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<div><strong>Guatemala Education Center</strong>

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<div>* Rescue, rehabilitation, and spay/neuter programs.

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<div>* Education for children and families on dog care and community responsibility.

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<div>* Food &amp; Garden Program: teaching families to plant, grow, and harvest food. Creating seed banks and shared gardens that feed both people and rescue dogs.

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<div>* Dormitory space for volunteers and visiting educators.

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<div>* A safe place where children can learn kindness, responsibility, and the power of caring for another life.

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<div><strong>New York Education Center</strong>

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<div>* State-of-the-art training and family workshops.

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<div>* Programs for children: “Growing With Dogs” — teaching respect, empathy, and responsibility through hands-on lessons with animals and gardens.

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<div>* Indoor/outdoor training areas for dogs, families, and community classes.

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<div>* Food-based programs that show families how to grow fresh food, prepare healthy meals, and create balance between nature, animals, and family life.

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<div>* Expanded capacity for boarding, rehabilitation, and family-dog training retreats.

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<div>Why Education + Food, Not Just Rescue

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<div>Rescue saves lives, but education and nourishment change futures.

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<div>A rescued dog can’t thrive if the family doesn’t understand them. A hungry family can’t properly care for their dog. A child without guidance repeats the same mistakes.

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<div>By teaching both dog care and food growing, these centers will empower families to build healthier homes and communities. We’re planting seeds — literally and figuratively — for generations to come.

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<div>What $1,000,000 Will Build

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<div>* Guatemala Center:

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<div>    * Land purchase and development.

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<div>    * Classrooms, rescue facilities, spay/neuter clinic.

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<div>    * Garden infrastructure: raised beds, irrigation, and seed banks.

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<div>    * Community dormitories for volunteers and vets.

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<div>    * Education programs for children and families.

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<div>* New York Center:

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<div>    * Facility purchase/renovation.

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<div>    * Indoor/outdoor training and boarding areas.

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<div>    * Garden and teaching kitchen for workshops and family programs.

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<div>    * Family-dog training retreats and youth education programs.

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<div>* Programs &amp; Staff: trainers, educators, rescue coordinators, and food sustainability experts in both countries.

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<div>The Impact

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<div>* Dogs: Tens of thousands rescued, rehabilitated, trained, and rehomed over the next decade.

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<div>* Families: Gaining tools to raise both children and dogs with love, patience, and balance.

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<div>* Communities: Breaking cycles of neglect, hunger, and misunderstanding through education and nourishment.

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<div>* Legacy: “Your pack’s story is your legacy.” These centers will ensure that legacy continues — across borders, cultures, and generations.

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<div>How You Can Help?

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<div>We can’t build this without you.

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<div>Every dollar goes toward laying the foundation — not just of buildings, but of a new way forward: one where families, dogs, and communities grow strong together.

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<div>$50 plants a seed bed for a family garden. 

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<div>$100 supports spay/neuter surgery for a dog in Guatemala. 

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<div>$500 builds classrooms for children’s programs. 

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<div>$1,000 sponsors training programs for families in New York. $5,000+ builds lasting infrastructure that transforms lives in both countries.

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<div>When you donate, you’re not just giving money — you’re giving hope, food, and a future.

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<div> Thank you for helping us plant the seeds of compassion, education, and nourishment — for dogs, for families, and for the world.

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<div>About  Stephen Levine Founder of Mayan Dog Rescue Foundation.

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<div>Dog Rescue &amp; Rehabilitation Specialist

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<div>Stephen is a hands-on dog rescue and rehabilitation specialist with nearly a decade of international experience working with street dogs, at-risk rescues, and misunderstood family pets. His journey began in 2017 in San Marcos La Laguna,

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<div>Guatemala, after rescuing a starving street puppy named Cypress. What started with one dog grew into a full-scale mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome dogs across Guatemala, Mexico, and the United States.

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<div>Stephen’s work goes far beyond basic obedience. He specializes in real-world, connection-based training — helping reactive, fearful, or feral dogs become balanced, social, and safe family companions. He trains both dogs and people, guiding families, children, and shelters through practical, energy-based

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<div>approaches rooted in calm structure and mutual respect.

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<div>Stephen lives and trains with his pack — including core dogs Dhurva, Cypress, Ms. Ginny, and Nala — who assist in socializing new rescues. Together, they’ve traveled thousands of miles by land, transforming lives and educating communities through hands-on dog immersion programs.

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<div>His core philosophy: Food. Love. Shelter. Connection. That’s how you turn a street dog into a family dog.

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<div><a href="https://www.mayandogrescuefoundation.org" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.mayandogrescuefoundation.org</a>

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<div><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mayandogrescuefoundation" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.instagram.com/mayandogrescuefoundation</a>

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<div><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@mayandogrescuefoundation" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.tiktok.com/@mayandogrescuefoundation</a>

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<div><a href="https://www.youtube.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.youtube.com/</a></a>@mayandogrescuefoundation

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Support Mayan Dog Rescue Foundation's Education Centers

<div><strong>Helping Street Dogs in Guatemala — One Rescue at a Time</strong> 
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<div>We are Martin, Tom &amp; Theresa from Germany, and we moved to Guatemala with one simple mission: to help street dogs in need.
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<div>Since arriving here, we have seen firsthand how many dogs struggle to survive. Some are injured. Some are sick. Some are hungry. Many have never experienced what it feels like to be safe, cared for, and loved.
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<div>We work alongside local rescuers, shelters, veterinarians, and community members who dedicate their lives to helping animals despite limited resources. Through these partnerships, we can respond to emergencies, support ongoing rescue efforts, and help create lasting change for dogs in Guatemala.
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<div><strong>How Your Donation Helps</strong>
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<div>• Provide food for hungry street dogs and rescue shelters
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<div>• Cover emergency veterinary treatments and surgeries
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<div>• Support vaccinations and parasite prevention
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<div>• Fund spay and neuter programs to reduce suffering long-term
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<div>• Assist local shelters with urgent needs and supplies
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<div>• Respond quickly when dogs are found injured, abandoned, or in danger
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<div>We believe in complete transparency and regularly share updates, photos, and videos so supporters can see the impact of their contributions. For more regular updates visit our social media profiles: 
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<div><strong>Our Long-Term Vision</strong>
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<div>While our current focus is helping dogs wherever they need us most, our dream is to one day create our own rescue and rehabilitation center in Guatemala.
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<div>A place where vulnerable dogs can recover, socialize, receive medical care, and eventually find loving homes.
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<div>Until then, we will continue supporting local rescue efforts, helping dogs in crisis, and doing everything we can to give them a second chance.
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<div><strong>Why Your Support Matters</strong>
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<div>For many street dogs, a small act of kindness can be life-changing.
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<div>A meal can ease hunger.
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<div>A vaccine can prevent disease.
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<div>A surgery can save a life.
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<div>A safe place can change a dog's future forever.
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<div>Whether you donate, share our fundraiser, or follow our journey, you are helping us make a difference.
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<div>Together, we can give more dogs the life they deserve.
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