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Welcome to Bemelsa!

29 years ago Señor Jose Hernandez sensed a need in Grocio Prado to provide food and a safe place for the children who were in need. As many Peruvians do, Señor Hernandez wanted to give thanks to Melchorita Saravia. The Hernandez family began, with a staff of volunteers, to provide the much needed food for the children and the Monks that served in the Parroquia San Pedro de Grocio Prado church.  The Comedor previously was housed in an additional area of the church. Several years ago the Hernandez family built a new building for the Comedor and now we have this beautiful building dedicated to the memory of Melchorita Saravia who worked tirelessly to feed and comfort Chinchana's in need.  As we open our doors for more and more programs, we are seeing more and more need in the community.  Creating programs and activities that help children build self esteem and self-worth are our primary goals, right along with safety and nourishment.
Notable Ninos
Carlito is a wonderful child who is really active in all of our activities. Carlito comes and is a leader by example each time.  He has a wonderful attitude, and is a role model! The instructor in our dance classes often have the other students "watch Carlito" when a move is challenging!


Our Staff
Señora Maria has been volunteering at the Comedor for 26 years.  She and her family, including her husband Señor Vicente who is our night security, have dedicated their hearts and souls to the Comedor. More...
Our Community
Grocio Prado is a community in the region of Ica, Peru. We are in the district of Chincha. Grocio Prado is one of the larger communities that make up the whole of Chincha. The citizens of Grocio Prado have been devastatingly effected by the terremoto of August , 2007. Grocio Prado is still in recovery. More...