Our History
The journey that brought us to where we are today.
Foundation Founded
On June 6, 2021, Aminta Elgin founded the Cipotes Sonriendo Foundation as a personal dream, supported from day one by Ana Castro and Salvadorean Bakery. Together they provided the initial resources to bring this mission to life for the benefit of children in Washington State and El Salvador.
Foundation Founded
On June 6, 2021, Aminta Elgin founded the Cipotes Sonriendo Foundation as a personal dream, supported from day one by Ana Castro and Salvadorean Bakery. Together they provided the initial resources to bring this mission to life for the benefit of children in Washington State and El Salvador.
First Annual Gala Dinner
As requests for help grew faster than personal resources could cover, Aminta invited friends, neighbors, and volunteers to join the mission. In mid-October 2024, the team set an ambitious goal: host a First Annual Gala Dinner. On December 12, 2024, that vision became reality — a landmark fundraiser that launched a historic tradition.
First Annual Gala Dinner
As requests for help grew faster than personal resources could cover, Aminta invited friends, neighbors, and volunteers to join the mission. In mid-October 2024, the team set an ambitious goal: host a First Annual Gala Dinner. On December 12, 2024, that vision became reality — a landmark fundraiser that launched a historic tradition.
2nd Annual Gala: $8,500+ Raised
On November 1, 2025, the 2nd Annual Gala exceeded all expectations, raising over $8,500 through the generosity of sponsors, donors, and dedicated volunteers. These funds supported Fundación Fundas mi Futuro, local soccer schools, and individual young athletes — directly benefiting over 245 children.
2nd Annual Gala: $8,500+ Raised
On November 1, 2025, the 2nd Annual Gala exceeded all expectations, raising over $8,500 through the generosity of sponsors, donors, and dedicated volunteers. These funds supported Fundación Fundas mi Futuro, local soccer schools, and individual young athletes — directly benefiting over 245 children.
Campaign: A Healthy Life With a Fair Standard of Living
Looking to the future, the Foundation launches its 2026 campaign — 'Una Vida Sana Con un Nivel de Vida Justa' — with a commitment to sponsor families, children, and sports programs through monthly and individual contributions.
Campaign: A Healthy Life With a Fair Standard of Living
Looking to the future, the Foundation launches its 2026 campaign — 'Una Vida Sana Con un Nivel de Vida Justa' — with a commitment to sponsor families, children, and sports programs through monthly and individual contributions.