Santa Maria Pipioltepec - Mexico
September 17, 2025
Our second Timbali event took place in Santa María Pipioltepec, a rural community in Estado de México where many families live in very modest conditions. Opportunities for children here are limited, and daily life is often marked by economic hardship. This made it the perfect place for Timbali to continue fulfilling its mission: to bring joy, imagination, and a sense of possibility to children who are growing up in disadvantaged environments.
We partnered with the hacienda Campamento Pipiol, where Humberto had worked before, and thanks to this relationship we received a warm welcome. With the support of local leaders, we invited children from the community to join the program. Word spread quickly, and on the day of the event we gathered a wonderful group of 23 children, aged 5 to 16 years old.
The day unfolded in a spirit of discovery and play. We began in the hacienda’s large garden, where the children connected through group activities. We then moved on to the bouldering area, visited rescued animals cared for by the camp, and tried slacklining in the orchard. To close, we gathered everyone for an inspirational talk, reflecting on the experience and encouraging the children to imagine a different future, one filled with creativity, trust, and new possibilities.
The feedback was overwhelmingly positive. Parents expressed how grateful they were to see their children so engaged, joyful, and inspired.
At Timbali, we believe that every child deserves the chance to dream and to build self-confidence, no matter where they are born. Through games of trust, collaboration, and creativity, our aim is to help children in difficult situations open their minds to new horizons. This second event was another strong step in bringing that vision to life.
