Our sound designer/composer Nikos Mavrommatis just came back from a
trip to Nicaragua with his family. Nica is the second poorest
country in the western hemisphere behind Haiti and the gap between
the haves and have-nots is one of the biggest in Latin America.
Apart from enjoying the colonial architecture, active volcanos and
pristine pacific coastline Nikos connected with a local grass-roots
social charity, Centro Social Tio Antonio and delivered soccer balls
and boxing gear for Tio Antonio’s sports programs. The programs aimed
at giving kids at risk of falling into drugs or gangs a way to
channel their energy in a positive way. Soapbox proudly supported his
effort along with Decatur Boxing Club and individual donations. Nikos came back charmed by the warmth and optimism of the Nicaraguan people.
The center has programs for almost 200 children ranging from kids
with special needs, medical assistance to infants, giving out shoes,
and financially supporting 7 students through University.
Take a look at www.tioantonio.org
Sound Designer Nikos Mavrommatis in Nicaragua.
