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Welcome to the HCLF website!

We organize YOUTH Activities that drive IMPACT & form LEADERS 

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Our Initiatives

Our initiatives at Heart-Centered Leadership Foundation support the personal development and leadership growth of young people in Aruba through mentorship, coaching, workshops, and community outreach programs. We take a holistic approach to empower our youth to become confident, capable leaders who can positively impact their communities.

Our Mission

Our mission at Heart-Centered Leadership Foundation is to empower the youth of Aruba through personal development, leadership skills, and community engagement, to create a brighter future for themselves and their communities.

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Recent Updates

Check out our recent news blog to stay up-to-date with the latest Heart-Centered Leadership Foundation updates. From exciting program announcements to inspiring success stories, our blog has everything you need to know about our initiatives and the impact they're making in the Aruban community.

Take Part

Join us for our upcoming events and take the first step towards personal development and leadership growth. Sign up now to become a part of our community and make a positive impact on yourself and your community!

​Upcoming Events

  • Impact Café: Bridging Generations Through Dialogue
    Impact Café: Bridging Generations Through Dialogue
    Impact Café: Bridging Generations Through Dialogue
    Sat, Dec 14
    Oranjestad
    Dec 14, 2024, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    Oranjestad, Frankrijkstraat 1, Oranjestad, Aruba
    Dec 14, 2024, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    Oranjestad, Frankrijkstraat 1, Oranjestad, Aruba
    Join us for a special Impact Café hosted in collaboration with Hunto Grandi Grandi Hunto (HGGH), designed to foster meaningful intergenerational dialogue between youth (ages 18+) and older persons.
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  • Vibe Check: Upgrade Your Well-Being and Mindset
    Vibe Check: Upgrade Your Well-Being and Mindset
    Vibe Check: Upgrade Your Well-Being and Mindset
    Sat, Aug 24
    Kiwanis Club of San Nicolas
    Aug 24, 2024, 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
    Kiwanis Club of San Nicolas, Bernard van de Veen Zeppenfeldstraat 49, San Nicolas, Aruba
    Aug 24, 2024, 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
    Kiwanis Club of San Nicolas, Bernard van de Veen Zeppenfeldstraat 49, San Nicolas, Aruba
    Workshop for Teens
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  • Express Yourself: Master Your Communication Skills
    Express Yourself: Master Your Communication Skills
    Express Yourself: Master Your Communication Skills
    Sat, Jul 20
    Kiwanis Club of San Nicolas
    Jul 20, 2024, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
    Kiwanis Club of San Nicolas, Bernard van de Veen Zeppenfeldstraat 49, San Nicolas, Aruba
    Jul 20, 2024, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
    Kiwanis Club of San Nicolas, Bernard van de Veen Zeppenfeldstraat 49, San Nicolas, Aruba
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  • Dinner & Delights
    Dinner & Delights
    Dinner & Delights
    Sat, Jul 13
    HCLF Club House (Teresita Center)
    Jul 13, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    HCLF Club House (Teresita Center), C3PQ+FQJ, Weg Sero Preto, San Nicolas, Aruba
    Jul 13, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    HCLF Club House (Teresita Center), C3PQ+FQJ, Weg Sero Preto, San Nicolas, Aruba
    Join us on a beautiful night filled with food, sharing, and fun.
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  • Freedom Meal
    Freedom Meal
    Freedom Meal
    Sun, May 05
    San Nicolas
    May 05, 2024, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    San Nicolas, C4P6+5MG, St.Christoffelbergweg, San Nicolas, Aruba
    May 05, 2024, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    San Nicolas, C4P6+5MG, St.Christoffelbergweg, San Nicolas, Aruba
    On this day we sit at a table, to connect, share stories, and celebrate freedom together. And what better way to connect than through food?
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  • HCLF: Workshop on Positive Self-Talk
    HCLF: Workshop on Positive Self-Talk
    HCLF: Workshop on Positive Self-Talk
    Sat, Apr 20
    Centro di bario Santa Cruz
    Apr 20, 2024, 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
    Centro di bario Santa Cruz, Papilon 101-F, Santa Cruz, Aruba
    Apr 20, 2024, 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
    Centro di bario Santa Cruz, Papilon 101-F, Santa Cruz, Aruba
    Un tayer pa yudabo sintibo mas sigur y motiva den bo bida diario.
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  • HCLF: Tayer pa examenklassers
    HCLF: Tayer pa examenklassers
    HCLF: Tayer pa examenklassers
    Tue, Apr 02
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    Apr 02, 2024, 10:00 AM – Apr 03, 2024, 10:00 AM
    Check descripcion di e evento pa e location
    Apr 02, 2024, 10:00 AM – Apr 03, 2024, 10:00 AM
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    Un tayer riba con pa sintibo mas sigur y motiva durante e periodo di examen y otro momentonan den bo bida diario.
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  • Wisdom of Stress-Free Living
    Wisdom of Stress-Free Living
    Wisdom of Stress-Free Living
    Sun, Mar 17
    San Nicolas
    Mar 17, 2024, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    San Nicolas, C3PQ+FQJ, Weg Sero Preto, San Nicolas, Aruba
    Mar 17, 2024, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    San Nicolas, C3PQ+FQJ, Weg Sero Preto, San Nicolas, Aruba
    An interactive session about the Vedanta philosophy and stress-free living.
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  • Creating an Intentional Year
    Creating an Intentional Year
    Creating an Intentional Year
    Sat, Jan 06
    HCLF Clubhouse (Teresita Center)
    Jan 06, 2024, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    HCLF Clubhouse (Teresita Center), C3PQ+FQJ, Weg Sero Preto, San Nicolas, Aruba
    Jan 06, 2024, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    HCLF Clubhouse (Teresita Center), C3PQ+FQJ, Weg Sero Preto, San Nicolas, Aruba
    We are extending our gratitude with a breakfast together for our group of volunteer Heart-Centered Impact Coaches (HCICs).
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  • Ceremony for Heart-Centered Youth Leaders
    Ceremony for Heart-Centered Youth Leaders
    Ceremony for Heart-Centered Youth Leaders
    Sun, Dec 17
    Teresita Center
    Dec 17, 2023, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
    Teresita Center, C3PQ+JP3, Weg Sero Preto, San Nicolas, Aruba
    Dec 17, 2023, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
    Teresita Center, C3PQ+JP3, Weg Sero Preto, San Nicolas, Aruba
    Come celebrate your teen's achievements from March 2023 up until now @ Teresita Center. This is an invite-only event!
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  • A Solid Foundation: a guide to leading groups
    A Solid Foundation: a guide to leading groups
    A Solid Foundation: a guide to leading groups
    Sat, Oct 07
    Oranjestad
    Oct 07, 2023, 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
    Oranjestad, GXCX+F5V, Oranjestad, Aruba
    Oct 07, 2023, 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
    Oranjestad, GXCX+F5V, Oranjestad, Aruba
    Closed training for our Heart-Centered Impact Coaches
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  • HCLF: Workshops for teens
    HCLF: Workshops for teens
    HCLF: Workshops for teens
    Tue, Oct 03
    Centro Comunitario HIAS
    Oct 03, 2023, 10:00 AM – Oct 04, 2023, 2:00 PM
    Centro Comunitario HIAS, L.G. Smith Boulevard 128, Oranjestad, Aruba
    Oct 03, 2023, 10:00 AM – Oct 04, 2023, 2:00 PM
    Centro Comunitario HIAS, L.G. Smith Boulevard 128, Oranjestad, Aruba
    2 workshops riba e desaroyo di confiansa propio y public speaking pa hobennan entre 14-17 aña.
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  • Bowling!
    Bowling!
    Bowling!
    Sun, Oct 01
    Oranjestad-West
    Oct 01, 2023, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
    Oranjestad-West, Pos Abao 2N, Aruba
    Oct 01, 2023, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
    Oranjestad-West, Pos Abao 2N, Aruba
    let's go bowling together!
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  • Impact Your Future & Impact Your Life
    Impact Your Future & Impact Your Life
    Impact Your Future & Impact Your Life
    Tue, Aug 08
    San Nicolas
    Aug 08, 2023, 10:00 AM – Aug 12, 2023, 2:00 PM
    San Nicolas, C3PQ+FQJ, Weg Sero Preto, San Nicolas, Aruba
    Aug 08, 2023, 10:00 AM – Aug 12, 2023, 2:00 PM
    San Nicolas, C3PQ+FQJ, Weg Sero Preto, San Nicolas, Aruba
    2 workshops riba visualisacion pa formula metanan pa futuro y desaroya confiansa propio y autoestima pa hobennan entre 14-17 aña.
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  • HCLF Family Beach Day
    HCLF Family Beach Day
    HCLF Family Beach Day
    Sun, Jul 02
    San Nicolas
    Jul 02, 2023, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    San Nicolas, Rodger's Beach, San Nicolas, Aruba
    Jul 02, 2023, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    San Nicolas, Rodger's Beach, San Nicolas, Aruba
    Nos ta entusiasma pa invitabo pa un evento sumamente especial - e celebracion di e 15 aniversario di Heart-Centered Leadership Foundation! Deadline pa registra: 28 di juni, 4:00PM
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  • Mindful Communication Workshop for HCYL
    Mindful Communication Workshop for HCYL
    Mindful Communication Workshop for HCYL
    Sat, Jun 03
    San Nicolas
    Jun 03, 2023, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    San Nicolas, C3PQ+JP3, Weg Sero Preto, San Nicolas, Aruba
    Jun 03, 2023, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    San Nicolas, C3PQ+JP3, Weg Sero Preto, San Nicolas, Aruba
    Calling all HCYL and friends of HCYL! Join us for a fun workshop where you'll learn how to communicate better and make stronger connections with others.
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  • Heart to Heart Talk support group (ages 18-21)
    Heart to Heart Talk support group (ages 18-21)
    Multiple Dates
    Heart to Heart Talk support group (ages 18-21)
    Thu, Jun 01
    San Nicolas
    Jun 01, 2023, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
    San Nicolas, C3PQ+JP3, Weg Sero Preto, San Nicolas, Aruba
    Jun 01, 2023, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
    San Nicolas, C3PQ+JP3, Weg Sero Preto, San Nicolas, Aruba
    Do you want to come together with a group of people who will support you and share different experiences with you? Here is your chance
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  • Heart to Heart Talk support group 13 -17
    Heart to Heart Talk support group 13 -17
    Multiple Dates
    Heart to Heart Talk support group 13 -17
    Wed, May 31
    San Nicolas
    May 31, 2023, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
    San Nicolas, C3PQ+FQJ, Weg Sero Preto, San Nicolas, Aruba
    May 31, 2023, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
    San Nicolas, C3PQ+FQJ, Weg Sero Preto, San Nicolas, Aruba
    Do you want to come together with a group of people who will support you and share different experiences with you? Here is your chance
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We invite you to make a difference today by donating to our organization. Your support will help us continue our mission of creating positive change in the world. Join us in making a lasting impact!

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Join us in making a difference! Become a volunteer today and help us create positive change in the world. Your time and effort will make a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve.

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Join our Heart-Team

We invite you to join the Heart Team, our group of dedicated adult volunteers. By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those in need, and to be a part of a community that is committed to creating positive change. 

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