Cuban activist Yamilka Laffita, known on social media as Lara Crofs, recently delivered aid to Kendra Pineda Mesa, a young mother who makes a living selling songs on the Malecón in Havana.
In her Facebook profile, Lara Crofs wrote: "The talented and sweet Kendra Pineda Mesa visited us, with whom we had already been in contact on more than one occasion to offer help. The first time, we sent clothes for her children, school supplies, and the medications she needs to stay stable and be able to create. Yesterday, we gave her $160 in cash; she told me she would use it to buy a water pump and some food."
Kendra Pineda Mesa, mother of two children, has been known for her daily presence on the Malecón in Havana, where she offers her songs in exchange for 100 pesos. Previously, she used to sell peanuts.
This recent financial support adds to previous aid, such as clothing and school supplies, that has been received from various benefactors.
Among the people who have extended a helping hand to Kendra is Lino Tomasen, known as "The Iron Man," who visited her to deliver donations of clothing, shoes, and money collected from his followers.
Tomasen, during his visit, asked Kendra if she needed anything in particular, to which she replied that she would like to have a guitar to compose Christian songs.
Kendra's housing situation and the shortage of furniture reflect the poverty in which her family lives.
Kendra's children are a five-year-old girl and an eight-year-old boy. In February, Cuban activists organized a campaign to support this mother who, despite adversity, continues to fight for the well-being of her children.
Lara Crofs, for her part, has continued organizing initiatives on social media to keep helping Kendra. In her latest post, she highlighted the most urgent needs of Kendra and her family, and encouraged more people to join the cause.
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