They have also offered discount fares for individuals wishing to go down and help with the relief efforts. The most critical need is funding. A relief fund has been established. Getting potable water into the valley, rebuilding and analysis of the damage to the archaeological areas will be C.I.P.S. project for at least the next year. Peruvian President Fujimora, has visited the region with many indigenous people.
Help is slow and limited.
The California Institute for Peruvian Studies, a nonprofit educational institution is asking for help to rebuild the community we live and work in. The pueblo of Bella Union, no matter how economically disadvantaged, has given C.I.P.S. support and made us feel a part of the community. They opened their hearts to us, now it is time for us to open our hearts to them.