Every Suitcase Tells a Story as Bucuti & Tara Guests Donate 1,035 lbs to Imeldehof Children in Aruba
We are celebrating a powerful milestone, and it belongs to you.
Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of Bucuti & Tara guests, 469.79 kg or 1,035.71 lbs of donated supplies were delivered in 2025 to benefit children living at Imeldehof, Aruba’s residential children’s home. These donations included clothing, books, arts and crafts supplies, games, toys, and learning materials that support children with daily essentials, creativity, and learning.
From all of us at Bucuti & Tara, thank you for packing with purpose. Your kindness proves that meaningful travel is not just about where you go, but also about what you give along the way.
“This milestone reflects the extraordinary kindness of our guests who choose to travel with intention. Each book, every item of clothing, and each supply delivered to our resort becomes a meaningful gift that brings comfort, creativity and opportunity to children in need at Imeldehof,” said Crescenzia Biemans, Managing Director of Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort. “We are deeply grateful to every guest who makes space in their suitcase to support Aruba’s future generation.”
“On behalf of Stichting Kinderhuis Imeldehof, we are deeply grateful to every Bucuti & Tara guest who participated in Pack for a Purpose in 2025. What you packed in your suitcase carries far more than supplies. It carries encouragement, dignity and hope for our children,” shares Mirta R. Leon, acting director/coordinator of Imeldehof. “Your donations provide essential support, and they remind our children they are seen, valued and that they matter.”
What This Means for Aruba’s Children at Imeldehof
Imeldehof provides a safe and structured home for children who need care and support while they are unable to live in their family home. For many children, the supplies donated through Pack for a Purpose are far more than practical help.
They offer dignity.
They offer stability.
They offer the feeling of being remembered and supported.
Here is what your donations help provide.
- Books that build literacy and imagination
- Clothing and shoes that bring comfort and confidence
- Arts and crafts supplies that encourage creativity and self expression
- Games and toys that support learning, connection and joy
Every item you bring helps strengthen a child’s daily life, education, and emotional wellbeing in Aruba.
Guest Giving Is Growing Year After Year
Your generosity continues to build momentum.
In 2024, Bucuti & Tara guests donated 456.94 kg of supplies. In 2025, guests donated 469.79 kg, an increase that reflects a shared commitment to responsible travel in Aruba and sustainable tourism on Eagle Beach.
When one guest brings one item, it matters. When hundreds of guests take part, it becomes a movement.
What Is Pack for a Purpose
Pack for a Purpose is a global charitable travel initiative that makes it easy for travelers to give back to the destinations they love. Guests use spare space in their luggage to bring supplies requested by local community partners.
When you arrive at Bucuti & Tara, you simply drop off your donated items with our team. We then ensure the supplies are delivered directly to Imeldehof, where they support children with learning materials and daily essentials.
It is one of the simplest and most meaningful ways to travel with intention in Aruba. Plus, it creates space in your luggage to pack keepsakes made or purchased during your Aruba honeymoon or vacation.
A Travel Choice That Supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
Our partnership with Pack for a Purpose is part of Bucuti & Tara’s long standing commitment to sustainability and community wellbeing, supported by our 400 plus action points, a global sustainability standard recognized by the United Nations as “highly replicable and scalable” for hotels worldwide.
This initiative supports several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals that guide sustainable tourism and responsible travel.
- SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities through stronger community partnerships and local wellbeing
- SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production by reducing waste and maximizing social impact through mindful travel
- SDG 13 Climate Action by reducing the need for freight shipments that can increase emissions
For us, sustainability is not only about protecting Aruba’s beaches and ocean. It is also about supporting the people who call Aruba home.
How to Participate When You Visit Bucuti & Tara
If you are planning a stay at Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort, participating in Pack for a Purpose is easy.
- Visit our Bucuti & Tara Pack for a Purpose wish list page before you travel
- Choose a few items that fit easily in your luggage
- Bring them with you and drop them off at the resort upon arrival
Your personal concierge can also share the most current list of items needed by Imeldehof.
Even one small item can help. Together, guests are helping create a stronger future for Aruba’s children.
Thank You for Packing With Purpose
To every guest who has participated, thank you. Your generosity helps children feel supported, valued, and cared for, and reminds us all that travel can create real and lasting good.
At Bucuti & Tara, we believe every journey should leave behind something beautiful.
And sometimes, that begins with a suitcase.