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Bonsai After-School Program

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Ecuador
Manta
Bonsai After-School Program

Bonsai is an after-school program for children of at-risk families in Manta, Ecuador. The program is hosted 5 days a week from 12:30 until 5:30 p.m.

***Una descripción en español puede encontrarse a continuación.***

Bonsai is an after-school program for at-risk children in Manta, Ecuador. Bonsai is an Inca Link ministry in collaboration with Iglesia Bíblica Bautista de Manta (Bible Baptist Church of Manta), and is hosted in the church’s facility. We provide childcare, food, tutoring and homework help, Bible devotions, games, and creative and social activities for children ages 3-12. and includes transportation for children to and from the ministry site. Staff and volunteers from the ministry meet with families regularly and work to build fruitful relationships with them. Bonsai es un programa extra-curricular para niños en situación de riesgo en y alrededor de Manta, Ecuador

Bonsai es un ministerio de Inca Link en colaboración con Iglesia Bíblica Bautista de Manta y está alojada en las instalaciones de la iglesia. Ofrecemos cuidado de los niños, alimento, ayuda escolar y con las tareas, devocionales bíblicos, juegos, y actividades creativas y sociales para los niños entre las edades 3-12. El programa es conducido 5 días de la semana desde 12:30 hasta 17:30 e incluye transporte para los niños hacia y desde el sitio del ministerio. El personal y los voluntarios del ministerio se reúnen con las familias regularmente y están construyendo relaciones fructíferas con ellas.

17/09/2026

This past week Tio Wilton led our Bible time teaching our students about the power of the tongue.

They learned Proverbs 18 says that life and death are in the power of the tongue. One careless word can wound someone for years, and one encouraging word can lift someone out of a dark place.

May our words build, not break. May we encourage instead of tearing down. Who can you encourage with your words today?

07/09/2026

Great news from Bonsai! 🙌

We are officially able to be back at Bonsai and back on the road — our paperwork has been submitted and we are able to drive the vehicles again! The formal document should be ready in the next 2-3 weeks.

Thank you to everyone who has been praying and waiting with us. We are so grateful!

We had such an awesome time this past week with the kids learning that Jesus is coming back one day and that He is making ALL things new. How exciting to know He is preparing a place with no tears, no sadness, no pain, and no death. What hope Jesus offers! ✨

27/08/2026

A little Bonsai update:

Things in Ecuador always take longer than planned, but we are hoping tomorrow we finally get the paperwork we need to get back to normal.

Even as a non-profit that doesn't need a permit, we had to pay for a certificate that says we don't need a permit to show to the police if stopped again.

We've been able to keep going this week with families who found other transportation, but we're at about 1/3 of our usual size.

Please keep praying for us and for our kids. We appreciate you all so much.

20/08/2026

Please pray for Bonsai🙏

We’re hitting some unexpected roadblocks trying to get a newly required permit to drive with the kids. On Tuesday, the police tried to detain our van and give a ticket, but thankfully it ended with just a warning.

We feel overwhelmed because every office and officer had told us a different process - so we kinda feel like this picture 🤪

We’ve hired an attorney who is going to submit paperwork tomorrow. Please pray that it gets approved so we can get back to activities with the kids on Monday.

We trust God is in control. Thank you for praying with us.

14/08/2026

1st Trimester = DONE!*✨

We’re so proud of our Bonsai students! Most finished with great grades and everyone worked incredibly hard these last few months. We had a national holiday on Monday to rest, recharge, and now we’re back ready to start the 2nd trimester 💪

Please pray with us that our students keep the same dedication and discipline for the 2nd trimester.

Check out some highlights from trimester # 1 👇

07/08/2026

Staff Spotlight: Tío Wilton 🚐

Punctual ✅ Reliable ✅ Loves to serve ✅

Tio Wilton is the reason our students get to and from Bonsai safely every day. He picks them up from school, drops them off at home, and drives through the crazy Manta traffic like a pro!

He also keeps our van running with all the maintenance and repairs, and shops for our fruits, veggies, fish and drinking water every week. Most days you’ll find him playing volleyball or soccer with the kids. 🏐

Thank you, Tio Wilton, for all you do! We appreciate you so much.

30/07/2026

Staff Spotlight: Tia Janneth 🌟

Janneth works with our teenagers at Bonsai and she is the definition of organized, firm, and a master multitasker.

On top of leading our teen program, she recently took on ALL parent communication and coordinating the van schedules. She keeps so many moving parts running smoothly!

And here’s the part that makes us so proud: while working with us, Janneth went back to school and earned her GED. She now only has 1.5 semesters left until she graduates with a degree in Social Work.

We are so thankful for you, Janneth! 💛

24/07/2026

Teacher Spotlight: Tia Joselyne! 💛

She works with our 3rd-6th graders and brings so much joy to our team!

Joselyne is patient, creative, and easy-going. As the youngest member of our team, she brings fresh ideas and lots of energy. 😄

Lately she’s taken over planning Bible time each week, and she does an amazing job! She prepares games, crafts, and activities that help our kids learn and have fun at the same time.

We are so thankful for her heart and energy. Our students are blessed to have her!

17/07/2026

Meet Tia Nelly!

She’s the heart behind our youngest students. She works with our kids from ages 3-7. She started as a volunteer back in 2016.

In the last 2 months, she’s welcomed 6 new students to her class — and is loving every minute of it!

Tia Nelly has endless patience, a big-kid spirit for playtime, and the perfect balance of firmness when it comes to homework and learning. She makes sure our little ones feel loved, challenged, and safe to grow.

She’s also a great cook and helps with the menu every week. We are so fortunate to have her as a part of our team!

02/07/2026

Big news: Our high school volunteers are BACK! 🎉

This year we’re teaming up with TWO local schools who send us 7-10 high school students Monday through Wednesday. One of the schools is also is helping our Bonsai students learn some basic English — colors, foods, commands, etc.

Now that we have added 10 new kids in Bonsai, we need all the help we can get. We are grateful for these students for giving their time and loving our kids so well!! ❤️

Dirección

Manta

Horario de apertura

Lunes	12:30 - 17:30
Martes	12:30 - 17:30
Miércoles	12:30 - 17:30
Jueves	12:30 - 17:30
Viernes	12:30 - 17:30

Página web

http://bonsai-ecuador.org/

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