Coprodeli Bike Drive

During the past two years, the Working Bikes Cooperative has partnered with Coprodeli USA to send almost 1,000 bikes to Peru where they have been put to good use in the Coprodeli schools, orphanages and daycare centers. The simple joy of learning to ride a bicycle can now be offered to the Coprodeli Kids - an opportunity they would otherwise not have. Thanks to Working Bikes, the Coprodeli Kids now enjoy such things as bicycle clubs and regular bike hikes which take them out of their poor neighborhoods. Coprodeli is planning a bicycle shop micro-enterprise with some of the donated bikes. Future bike donations will also be used to provide adults with personal transportation which often means the difference between keeping a job and unemployment. Sincerest thanks to Lee Ravenscroft and the Working Bikes volunteers and to all the Coprodeli volunteers who have help disassemble bikes and load them into shipping containers bound for Peru.

Coprodeli Clothing Drive

Our annual clothing drive has resulted in generous contributions from Old St. Patrick's Church, Near North Montesori School and supporting organizations every spring. Volunteers are needed to accept the donations, sort and pack. Projected date: May 21, 2006 .

Coprodeli Pilgrimage Walk (Camino de Santiago)

Gain a new perspective on your faith - and at the same time help to change lives. Join Coprodeli Founder Padre Miguel Ranera in his native Spain and follow the ancient pilgrimage path to Santiago de Compostela. This enlightening opportunity aims to expand one's faith while raising money for impoverished families in Peru . The annual event takes participants 150 kilometers through northern Spain along the Camino de Santiago de Compostela - the same path pilgrims have followed for centuries to the burial site of St. James the Elder. With the exception of the tombs of Saints Peter and Paul in Rome , St. James' tomb is the only shrine of an original apostle located in Europe . Take part in this life-changing pilgrimage and help change the lives of the men, women and children served by Coprodeli's many programs. Please click here to learn more about this opportunity.

Working Trip to Peru

Spend one week in Peru with other volunteers living and working among the children of Coprodeli. Your time and attention are precious resources that only you can bring to the schools, residences and medical centers of Callao and Pachacutec. Expenses are estimated at $150 plus airfare to Lima . Accommodations and two meals are provided daily. Volunteers have the option of visiting Machu Picchu and other tourist sites for an additional fee. The next trip is scheduled for April, 2006.

Coprodeli Medical Corps

Medical professionals from all backgrounds are invited to support the work of the Coprodeli medical and dental clinics through obtaining product donations, assisting with instrument repair and purchasing, and by volunteering in the clinics. Due to the nature of the work in Peru , medical doctors, lab technicians and nurses need to have Spanish fluency while dentists only need a very basic understanding of the language.

Celebracion de Coprodeli

Join our volunteer team in planning and hosting this annual fall fundraising event. Any and all talent is welcome to join our team throwing the Peruvian party of the year in Chicago . Individuals are welcome to support or lead any one of the committees responsible for everything from designing invitations, selecting venues and entertainment, securing auction items and marketing our event.

Cocina de Coprodeli

Join friends of Coprodeli in the kitchen. Under the instruction of Spanish chef Emilio Gervilla, enjoy a cooking class and the fruits of your culinary effort in support of the children of Coprodeli. This popular event sells out fast, so mark your calendar for Sunday, February 26, 2006 and watch for your official invitation coming soon!

Special thanks for Emilio and Ann-Marie Gervilla for their great generosity in sponsoring Cocina de Coprodeli!