How are the Orphanages funded?

 Funding is similar between the homes but varies greatly in stability and on-going networks of help. The currently open and operating Casa Hogar of Baja receive no government funding and must rely on private, parochial and public support. Therefore, they are wholly dependent on the charitable giving of individuals, organizations and Churches. Each month the casa directors wage an endless battle to supply the needs of their children.

 Nearly all Casa-Hogar are faith based civil associations that try to bring love and hope to the children. Churches and individuals are the main contributors but, as the system in Mexico slowly and painfully becomes more efficient and organized, corporations are starting to be tapped for support. Still, every year we watch homes shut down. When this happens, children loose their continuity again and are relocated to other homes and, if overcrowding is too bad and/or financial resources are too scarce, the younger children effectively prevent older children from staying. There are no other alternatives to this independent system in Mexico because, again, there is simply not enough money in Mexico's family social service agency, DIF. In conclusion, they all must consistently ask and pray for help while depending on the strength of their management to maintain network support. Genesis feels that staff development is essential to establish consistency for the children and stability for the orphanage.