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» CISPES (Committee in Solidarity with the People of El Salvador)    US-based group working in solidarity with the FMLN (Farabundo Marti National Liberation Front) and the Salvadoran social justice movement. Describes current actions and gives local US contacts. [English/Spanish]    http://www.cispes.org/

» Centro de Intercambio y Solidaridad    Formed by foreign solidarity groups and local popular organizations to carry out exchange and economic development programs. Describes work in the country and volunteer opportunities. [English/Spanish]    http://www.cis-elsalvador.org

» Companion Community Development Alternatives (CoCoDA)    Nonprofit facilitates projects where community-based organizations in the United States join with non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in El Salvador. Describes program areas and leadership structure.    http://www.cocoda.org/

» FUSADES - Salvadoran Foundation for Economic and Social Development    Private think tank and research center promoting sustainable economic development and democracy. Describes research centers and programs. [English/Spanish]    http://www.fusades.com.sv

» Habitat for Humanity    Christian nonprofit builds houses in partnership with families in need. Describes construction style, where working in the country, and how to participate in special events. [English/Spanish]    http://www.habitatelsalvador.org.sv

» International Civic Heraldry    Images and some descriptions of coats of arms for the country and for individual cities.    http://www.ngw.nl/int/cam/elsalvad.htm

» International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)    Overviews of current and recent projects, with detailed reporting on the post-war redevelopment work in Chalatenango.    http://www.ifad.org/operations/projects/regions/PL/SV_all.htm

» Living Water El Salvador    Christian nonprofit working to provide clean drinking water. Gives highlights from completed projects and information on how to donate or volunteer. [English/Spanish]    http://www.lwes.org/

» Meso Development, Inc.    US nonprofit offering education and community development programs. Describes internship opportunities and current projects.    http://www.mesodevelopment.org/

» Our Children International    Orphanage in San Juan Opico. Includes personal stories of children and staff, with information on how to donate or volunteer.    http://www.forhiskids.org/

» Romero 20th Anniversary Commemoration Group    Journal and reflections from US Christian's 2000 trip. Includes photos and links to related organizations.    http://www.crossmarks.com/romero/

» SHARE Foundation    US group working with El Salvadorans through advocacy, accompaniment, and financial support, focusing in Lower Lempa. Describes programs, development model, and opportunities for visitors.    http://www.share-elsalvador.org/

» Voices on the Border in El Salvador    US-based group which partners donors with local communities and progressive organizations. Describes projects and opportunities for participation.    http://www.votb.org/