New Focus for 2026!

I'm so excited to share what we have planned for 2026!

The best analogy I can offer is that our first two years in Mexico were like the “General Education” portion of our mission. We learned the basics of living here—like who butchers a cow on which day so we could have beef, how to live in the jungle, who is in charge of what, and how the town government works.

It’s been both challenging and beautiful to serve where we’re needed and to get to know some truly inspiring people.

We love the nature, the people, and the culture here!

Now that we’ve built some connections and stability, it’s time to focus on the purpose that brought us to Mexico!

When I returned to Texas in August, I began a complete rewrite of a book I wrote five years ago—this time weaving in principles of healing, rest, growth, boundaries, self-compassion, and personal guidance I’ve learned through some intensely painful experiences.[See the book here.]

At the end of this month, we’ll return to Mexico to work with orphanages, implementing this healing, growth, and impact program for their youth. We’ll also be offering weekend and summer camps.

We’re thrilled to offer these transformational experiences to the youth we came here to help!

Not only will they learn to trust their inner compass, heal from limiting beliefs, and set inspired goals, but they’ll also know there’s a place where they can feel safe, find mentorship, and discover opportunities as they transition into adulthood.

Monthly Donors ❤️

If you’re a current monthly donor, your support will provide transportation to camps, meals, books, supplies, and activities for these transformational experiences.

If you’re not yet a monthly donor, please consider joining us. We don’t currently have enough monthly donations to fully fund this work, but I trust that God will touch the hearts of those who feel called to help.

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Happening TODAY!!!

I’m being interviewed live by Kurt Francom from Leading Saints today at 3pm MDT! Join us to hear our story and some of the lessons we’ve learned along the way. You can participate and ask questions!

Here is a link to the show.

I hope to see you there <3

With love,

Karen Tavares Bates

karentavaresbates.com
Findyourpathmission.org