America Developing Smiles Puerto Rico
Our Work
Creating opportunities through education, enrichment and community investment.
Creating Opportunities Through Education, Enrichment, and Community Investment
For nearly twenty years, America Developing Smiles has worked alongside Colegio María Auxiliadora to identify needs, develop solutions and secure resources that improve the educational experience of students and families.
ADS focuses its efforts across education, arts and music, health and student well-being, sports and youth development, safety and infrastructure.
Our Work
We focus on five key areas that create lasting, measurable impact.
Education & Academic Excellence
Scholarships, after-school programs, teacher support and educational enrichment opportunities.
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Arts & Music
Dedicated spaces and programs that encourage creativity, self-expression and personal growth.
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Health & Student Well-Being
Health, nutrition and university-supported initiatives that contribute to student well-being.
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Sports & Youth Development
Athletic facilities and recreational opportunities that promote teamwork, leadership and healthy lifestyles.
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Safety & Infrastructure
Projects that create safer, more effective learning environments.
Learn more →Current priorities
Focused projects for lasting benefit
Current priorities translate donor support into practical improvements for students, educators and the campus community.
School Security and Communication System
A current priority to strengthen campus safety and school communication.
Teacher Support Programs
Support for educators who play a critical role in student success.
Arts & Music Education
Support for creative programming, materials and student enrichment activities.
English Language Instruction
Helping expand educational opportunities and academic readiness.
Campus Infrastructure Improvements
Maintaining and improving facilities that serve students and families every day.