CD renewal question

Does anyone know the amount of deposit needed to update the investment status after the implementation of the new law?

I heard two answers. Someone said it was $25,000, others said it was $27,020.
Has anyone handled it recently?
Thanks,

Ci

City: Cuenca

Hearts of Gold Foundation issues 2017 annual report

Hearts of Gold is delighted to present our 2017 Annual Report, which demonstrates all of the work that you made possible in the year of 2017.
We would like to thank you - our Hearts of Gold family - for your support, compassion, and generosity. We are honored to serve the community on your behalf and make Ecuador a place where every individual enjoys a life of dignity, hope and empowerment.

The 2017 Annual Report can be accessed here:

heartsofgoldfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/Hearts-of-Gold-2017-Annual-Report-1.pdf

Some of the report's highlights include...
-- $111,073 distributed in program services to 8 projects
-- We built the first-ever network for nonprofits in Ecuador, bringing together 42 leaders that now have somewhere to turn for personal and professional support.
-- By collaborating with 20 nonprofits and offering them unique educational opportunities, we impacted over 3,000 beneficiaries in 2017.
-- We offered 21 workshops with 86 hours of interactive, specialized education for nonprofit leaders.
-- We provided 540 hours of private mentoring and program support for our three CAP members.
Thank you for believing and trusting in Hearts of Gold. We couldn't do this work without you.

Hearts of Gold

City: Cuenca

Where to get the new bus card recharged?

I have my new bus card but does anyone know where I can get it recharged? I asked at ETAPA today and if I understood correctly the only place to get money added to the card are the few places where the cards are sold which have very long lines at the moment (Feria Libre, the Terminal, ETAPA, and a couple of Farmasol stores). I haven't seen any of the guys who get on the bus with little portable machines.

Patricia: daughertyp949@gmail.com .

City: Cuenca

US voter registration continues

Democrats Abroad team members will once again be at Cuenca Consignments this Friday, April 27, from 11:30 - 2:30. We will help you register, request your ballot, and vote from abroad.

We will also be registering citizens in Quito Thursday evening, April 26th, in Salinas Monday, April 30th, and Olon Tuesday, May 1st. Tell your friends and check our Facebook page at Democrats Abroad Ecuador for details.

If you reside out of the country, you must re-register every year.

The 2018 mid-term elections are critical and all votes will count. By law, anyone who will be 18 by November and a US Citizen can register and request an absentee ballot, regardless of party affiliation.

If you want to join our team and get involved, please contact us.

If you need assistance in registering to vote go to www.votefromabroad.org or contact us at info-Ecuador@democratsabroad.org We can arrange for private registrations as well in the Ordonez Lasso area as well as Primero de Mayo.

Friday, April 27, from 11:30 to 2:30, Free, Cuenca Consignments 4-75 Isabela y 12 de Abril, Cuenca.

Democrats Abroad Ecuador

Solidarity bingo event (free entry), May 5 at 7:30 PM

Solidarity bingo event, May 5 at 7:30 PM. Join us for a night of fun and solidarity. This free event will have live music from Diana Urigles and Kike Pacherres, with drinks, snacks, and bingo boards for sale. Fantastic prizes and a chance to practice your numbers in Spanish. The event will take place at the Rotary Club on 27 de Febrero.

Looking for 3 bedroom house for rent

Looking for 3 bedroom, furnished house for rent in Cuenca, $300-$400.

Seeking housemate, fully equipped, great location, across from river. For more information call or message on Whatsapp. After 8 AM,

Nancy Thomas:  099 847 7871. Call after: 8 AM.

Extra container space

This may be a little premature, but if anyone has extra space in a container going anywhere in the US or Canada sometime after June I'd really be interested in purchasing some space. We will be moving back in October and would like to take a few household items we've purchased here in Cuenca. We will be going to Santa Fe, NM. but I can come pick up anywhere.
Thanks,

Lynn: lynn.mayfield@gmail.com 098 088 5885. Call after: 9 AM.

City: Cuenca

Looking for 3 bedroom house for long-term rental

Looking for 3 bedroom unfurnished house for long-term rental in Cuenca, $300-$500, Must allow pets.

Hello Cuenca: We need some help. Owners and agents, please send us your property information. I need to use an electric wheelchair now. It arrives in a month. It is important for me to have single floor living. My husband and I prefer a house with a ground floor entry, bedroom, full bathroom, laundry room, Kitchen, dining room and living room. Any other bedrooms can be upstairs. For the chair we need wide access doorways. (36 inches is best and 32 will just make it= 92 cm). We would like a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom house but are open to other options as well. We may need to modify the existing property. If no houses are available, we could also consider an apartment or condo with an elevator that is handicap friendly. We have a 4 lb. (2 Kilo) Yorkie (dog). Anyone who can help us with our new situation please email or call us.

Thank you for your help,

Brenda and Dale handmadeincuenca@gmail.com +593 98 484 3511 WhatsApp 098 484 3511

Looking to buy metal clothing racks

Used or new metal clothing racks. Heavy-duty, free standing commercial type metal racks. Does anyone know where I can find these in Cuenca.

Bard Webb: 099 455 2983. Call after: 8 AM.

City: Cuenca

Looking for a job

Hi, my name is Stephany. I’m 23 years old and I’m looking for a job.

I’m an English teacher - offline and online classes.

I also have experience with:

- Babysitting
- Pet sitting (cats, dogs, birds, rabbits, hamsters)
- House sitter
- Planning events
- Bakery

Stephany Carriel: stephanyandrea94@hotmail.com Whatsapp only: 099 719 8337 / 098 070 6227. Call after: 8 AM.

City: Cuenca

Landscape job

Hi, I do work in your garden. Cut grass, trim bushes, plant flowers. Cuenca city.

Alberto Tuba: 093 917 0082. Call after: 7 AM.

City: Cuenca

Looking for apartment for rent

I am looking for a long-term rental in and around el Centro; best semi-furnished or with the option of having furniture removed from the property/apartment. The place looked for is either in a courtyard or well insulated in terms of traffic noise. Monthly rent up to $700 all inclusive. 6-12 month lease.

Thank you.

Cris: cschaub66@gmail.com 

Still searching for stereo or PA speakers

Hello, this is Jerry again. I am looking for stereo or PA speakers. The last ones I used with my Yamaha tuner/amp were PA speakers and they worked great. If You know of available speakers please let me know. I have searched all consignment stores (not good), Prosonida, etc. I guess I am looking for a previously owned pair to keep the cost down.

Thanks for the help.

Jerry: jerryjoeholland@gmail.com .

City: Cuenca

English speaking driver

Good morning Dear Expat Community. It is for me a great pleasure to offer my services to pick you up and drop off you any place any time, like: supermarkets, shopping, medical appointment, tourist places, etc.

I used to live 13 years in United States so I can speak English with you.

Thanks. Have a good day.

Walter Cayamcela: 098 350 4921. Call after: 7 AM.

City: Cuenca