About Fundacion Calicanto
In addition to promoting the restoration and preservation of the Historic Center of Panama City, the Fundacion Calicanto provides training for local women with a series of workshops focusing on life skills and career development, as well as after-school performing arts classes for children.The program has graduated 751 women since 2005, of which 59% are currently employed at hotels and other businesses.


A Snapshot of Old Town Panama City
Casco Antiguo (also referred to as Casco Viejo or San Felipe) was the founding site of Panama City in 1673. Fundacion Calicanto contributed significantly to this neighborhood being officially named a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1998. However, the majority of residents of Casco Antiguo and surrounding communities live in poverty. They lack access to financial capital, education, and other opportunities. Fundación Calicanto works to create solutions to these problems.


Volunteering at Calicanto
Calicanto welcomes volunteers to participate in classes as part of the CAPTA program which provides training and personal development for at-risk women. This may include joining an English class and practicing conversational English. In addition, volunteers who don’t speak Spanish are invited to lend a hand in their offices with administrative work.

Click on the link below to learn more about Calicanto and about volunteer opportunities. You may contact them directly through their website or use the contact form below. You may also donate to them through Global Giving by clicking here.