Small Guatemalan farmers face a cycle of poverty and hunger. Lacking access to proper agricultural supplies, technology and credit hinders their ability to produce enough food, leading to:
- Mal nutrition Eight in ten children suffer from chronic malnutrition, hindering their development and future.
- Migration Three out of four Guatemalans live below the poverty line causing people to migrate to find work elsewhere.
- Community instability Family separations and social issues.
HELPS works alongside small farmers in Guatemala’s poorest regions
- Providing Resources and expertise Training and follow-through, access to adequate agricultural supplies, technology, and access to credit.
- Boosting Production Production is increased up to 3x compared to the national average yields. This translates to increased income, financial stability, and a brighter future for their families and communities. In addition, new crops are introduced for nutrition and income.
Impact Success Stories Community Involvement Method Get Involved Below this the impact statements and individual stories.
Impact
146
Communities across Guatemala are part of the program today.
$550
Is the average additional income for each farming family in the program.
3x
Boost in corn crop yield, allowing food for one year and income from the sale of surplus.
23,900+
Smallholder farmers have been part of the program since it was launched in 2006.
$11.95 Million
Is the estimated economic impact since the beginning of the program.
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Helps International Inc.
Has been assisting the people of Guatemala for 40 years providing medical services, wood burning efficient stoves, education and farming services.
