Alejandra Amarilla ─ Global Humanitarian. <a href="http://alejandraamarilla.com/">Alejandra Amarilla</a> is a Los Angeles-based documentary filmmaker, global humanitarian, philanthropist, and mother. She has dedicated her personal and professional life to creating a platform for women’s and children’s. issues across the globe. Alejandra has made it her mission to help those living in poverty get the help they need to improve their situation, and live a normal, happy, and healthy life.. <b>Alejandra Amarilla ─ Professional Achievements</b>. - The Landfill Harmonic: Her biggest project so far, The Landfill Harmonic, has become an international sensation. Alejandra served as the executive producer for this documentary, which was created to highlight the amazing journey of the Recycled Orchestra ─ a group of children playing instruments made from trash in Cateura, Paraguay. The film depicts the substantial impact a community can make when working together on a shared goal. Alejandra created a wildly successful Kickstarter campaign to fund the project, raising more than $214,000 dollars from nearly 5,000 donors.. - Unleashing CREATIVITY: Alejandra served as co-director on this documentary, chronicling the globe-trotting adventures of two women who set out to interview accomplished, creative people from around the world. The film was made to illustrate the healing powers of creativity and encourage viewers to follow their dreams.. - Every Child Matters: Always eager to bring awareness to children’s issues, Alejandra served as co-director of this film. Focusing on the redemptive powers of creativity and community, the documentary tells the stories of a group of children who had a rough start at life ─ born into poverty, living with drug-addicted parents, or battling intense health issues. These inspiring kids are now working through their issues thanks to the support of their communities and the healing power of the arts. This moving documentary raised more than $70,000 for Free Arts of Arizona, a charitable organization designed to help troubled youth discover the arts.. Alejandra Amarilla ─ Volunteer Work. - Paraguay Pediatric Cardiology Ward: Troubled by the fact that children requiring cardiac care in Paraguay had to travel to Brazil to get the necessary medical attention, Alejandra donated her time to put an end to this. She partnered with a foundation to provide basic medical supplies to a pediatric cardiology ward in Paraguay, allowing children in the country to receive urgent care close to home.. - Athletes for Africa: As the former wife of NBA star, Steve Nash, Alejandra felt compelled to volunteer her time to this incredible cause. Her efforts for this organization included a trip to northern Uganda to raise money by hosting fundraisers.. - Free Arts for Abused Children of Arizona: As a passionate supporter of the organization, Alejandra hosted a fundraiser helping to bring in much-needed revenue.. Women’s Global Empowerment Fund: Alejandra is a long-time supporter of this organization, which is dedicated to helping women obtain microloans to start their own businesses. She has partnered with this group many times to raise funding and awareness.. Alejandra Amarilla ─ Awards. - Arizona YWCA Community Service Non-Profit Leader: In 2014, Alejandra was honored by the Arizona YWCA as a Community Service Non-Profit Leader, for the Landfill Harmonic Documentary.. Alejandra is tremendously honored that her efforts are gaining recognition around the world. To this day, she continues to make it her goal to aid and assist those less fortunate through her creative and philanthropic efforts. To learn more, visit her official website.
