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What we do

We promote the development of low-income sectors from the Republic of Guatemala, through innovative programs that, avoiding patriarchy, guarantee a consistent improvement in the quality of life.

How we work

Under a sustainable development framework, we seek to eradicate poverty in Guatemala through strategies sustained on values of equality, honesty, freedom, excellence, respect for dignity and democracy.

Where we work

Our area of action is the Central Highlands, North and South West of Guatemala, which represent the higher levels of poverty and extreme poverty from our country.

Who we are

We are a privately owned, non-profit, apolitical foundation that aims to promote activities for low-income communities.

OUR PROGRAMS

We support the development and prosperity of Guatemala through 6 programs, encouraging the promotion and consolidation of sectors that are crucial for the benefit of our population.

Education Program

Contributes to the access to integral training programs for low-income high-risk population specially children and women in order to contribute to their overall development.

Healthcare Program

Generates a culture of disease prevention and self treatment as basic elements for human development.

Microcredit Program

Provides credit, training and advice to owners of small entrepreneur-owned companies, offering an alternative of economical and personal growth.

Handicraft Program

Seeks to strengthen the productive and entrepreneurial capacity of the handcrafts and organized production sectors that have low competitive levels.

Agricultural Program

Through innovative agriculture projects, it provides training and technical assistance, as tools to contribute to poverty reduction.

Environmental Program

Contributes to reduce poverty and environmental vulnerability in rural communities of Guatemala, through the sustainable management of renewable natural resources.

WORKING REGION

The region served by FUNDAP represents almost 50% of the population of Guatemala, whose average poverty rate exceeds 65%.

FUNDAP Presence

Rest of Guatemala

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PROVIDED AID

since 2000

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PEOPLE

assisted in 2021

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OFFICES

of FUNDAP in Guatemala

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COLLABORATORS

are part of FUNDAP’s Team

OUR CHALLENGES

FUNDAP works through different “strategic avenues” to fulfill its
global institutional challenges.

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Habit formation

Savings, hygiene, nutrition,
reading and studying.

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Work with women

Children’s education, financial independence, potential development and self-esteem.

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Installed capability

Qualified staff,
local organizations and,
aptitude-building abilities.

STORIES

“Sometimes we have to go out of our way, but we must never forget where we want to go”.

GLADIS STEPHANI GAMBOA CAMEL, EDUCATION PROGRAM

STORIES

Thanks to the nutritional supplement and the medical check-up, Diego has gained weight, height, and leveled his standards, in addition to greatly improving his motor skills.

LUCÍA VÁSQUEZ DIEGO, HEALTHCARE PROGRAM

STORIES

Amelia is very grateful to FUNDAP because the support and good work have been vital in achieving her dreams.

AMELIA LÓPEZ, MICROCREDIT PROGRAM

STORIES

“This helps fulfill my dream, because in the future I want to be a weaving teacher to teach others”.

WERNER PAXTOR, HANDICRAFT PROGRAM.

STORIES

The process of training and experience of María has had an impact on her community and, on a personal level, she managed to implement new agricultural production techniques and diversify her production.

MARÍA CANDELARIA VELÁSQUEZ MÉNDEZ, AGRICULTURAL PROGRAM

STORIES

“All of this has been of great benefit, since I have been able to generate economic income, helping my family to sustain itself and improving our quality of life”.

ROSA TORRES HERRERA, ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM

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Programa
Educación

Nos esforzamos en generar condiciones que favorezcan el acceso, inclusión, equidad y calidad en la educación formal y laboral, siendo un medio para el desarrollo humano.

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Beneficiarios atendidos

mujeres
hombres

Acciones del programa

Escuelas de Negocios

1,693

microempresarios atendidos entre IMPULSA y MBA

39%

beneficiarias de Bancos Comunales atendidas

12

sucursales de Microcrédito atendidas desde IMPULSA

Institutos por Cooperativa

24

institutos reciben apoyo integral

1,682

alumnos atendidos en básico y bachillerato

20

proyectos de mejora implantados con éxito

Fomento de la Calidad Educativa

227

madres formadas como ‘Madres multiplicadoras’

140

centros dotados con insumos de saneamiento

716

maestros formados en Pedagogía y gestión educativa

Formación Técnica

1,693

microempresarios atendidos entre IMPULSA y MBA

39%

beneficiarias de Bancos Comunales atendidas

12

sucursales de Microcrédito atendidas desde IMPULSA

Centros Educativos

1,693

microempresarios atendidos entre IMPULSA y MBA

39%

beneficiarias de Bancos Comunales atendidas

12

sucursales de Microcrédito atendidas desde IMPULSA

Becas para la Niña

1,693

microempresarios atendidos entre IMPULSA y MBA

39%

beneficiarias de Bancos Comunales atendidas

12

sucursales de Microcrédito atendidas desde IMPULSA