Nearly 2 years ago, a 7.6 magnitude earthquake hit the coast of Ecuador, forever changing the lives of thousands. Some...
Category: Saman Project

Looking Forward: The Future of Samán
Since the earthquake, the main focus of everyone involved in Proyecto Samán has been the same: to move forward for...

What is Proyecto Samán?
On April 16, 2016, a massive 7.8 earthquake devastated the northern coast of Ecuador. The provinces of Manabí and Esmeraldas...

Meet Luis and Evelina at Proyecto Samán
Meet Luis and Evelina, a beautiful, hard working couple that lives at the Saman camp and, with your help, is...

One Year After Disastrous Earthquake, Canoa Looks Forward
It’s been a year since the enormous devastation struck the Ecuadorian coast causing hundreds of deaths and injuries, massive destruction...

Announcement: Expat Comedy Show for Earthquake Relief – Get Your Tickets Early!
Hearts of Gold is proud to partner with Fishbon del Sur (Mariscal Lamar 14-25 y Estevez de Toral) in their...

An Important Announcement: Proyecto Saman
“On April 16, 2016 a massive 7.8 earthquake ravaged the northern Ecuadorian coastline and Canoa, a small tourist village in...

A Note from Natasha: Reflections from Canoa
Reflections of Natasha’s visit to Canoa and the Saman Project, Written by Sarah Luke Natasha Verkley, Hearts of Gold’s Executive...

Proyecto Samán
RESUMEN DEL PROYECTO: Proyecto Samán es una comunidad que transita desde una situación de vulnerabilidad profundizada por el terremoto del...

Saman Project: Description of Project Phases
The Saman Project is made possible by a collective from Cuenca including Hearts of Gold, Colectivo Madre Tierra, Yakumama Lounge,...
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