Our success at Amigos of Costa Rica depends on the support of communities, businesses and people like you who choose to make a difference.
There are many ways in which you can support our work in Costa Rica:
Become a Tourist
Become a Member
Refer a Friend
Join our Monthly Giving Program
Contribute through our Facebook Cause Page
Make a Stock Donation
Corporate Matching Programs
Corporate Referral Programs
Volunteer in Costa Rica
Become a Tourist – Contribute Content!
Many of our individual members value Amigos of Costa Rica and this webpage in particular as a resource for posting and finding information related to sustainable development, education,science & technology and other development-related projects and programs in Costa Rica. We encourage you to join now to choose a unique username and be able to post and comment on blogs on this website. You can also send us your favorite photos to info@amigosofcostarica.org as we are always looking for great ways to share Costa Rica’s story.
Back to TopBecome a Member
In addition to joining our community as a Tourist, you may consider becoming a member of Amigos of Costa Rica by additionally making a contribution to our programs. Decide which giving level best matches your interests, and explore all of the many benefits of our membership levels. You can also consider encouraging your company to Become a Corporate Partner so that you and your company receive all of the benefits associated with Corporate Sponsorship.
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If you have friends or loved ones who you feel share our commitment to developing Costa Rica’s potential, your help in spreading the word is much appreciated. We’ve made this even easier by encouraging you to Send an eCard or Send a Gift to anyone you choose – a fun way to reach out! If you have any other suggestions on how we can increase awareness of our projects and programs within your community, please drop us a note at info@amigosofcostarica.org.
Back to TopJoin our Monthly Giving Program
Many of our supporters prefer to donate monthly via credit card. Our Development Office is available to set up this recurring contribution for General Support or any one of our active program areas and projects. If you are interested in setting up monthly donations, please contact Kaitlin DeStigter of our Development Office at kdestigter@amigosofcostarica.org or +1.202.238.2281.
Back to TopContribute through our Facebook Cause Page
Facebook's Causes application allows you to search for and donate to charitable activities throughout the world. Amigos is a registered nonprofit partner, allowing us to post initiatives and accept donations via Facebook. Just go to the Causes page, sign into your Facebook account, and share your enthusiasm for Amigos with your friends and family.
Back to TopMake a Stock Donation
Gifts of stock to Amigos of Costa Rica can be a simple and tax-savvy way to support your favorite programs and causes in Costa Rica. If you are interested in donating stock, please contact Kaitlin DeStigter of our Development Office at kdestigter@amigosofcostarica.org.
Back to TopCorporate Matching Programs
Many companies offer matching gift programs in order to help encourage their employees to make charitable contributions. Corporate matching gifts often double or triple your contribution to Amigos of Costa Rica. Please check with your company's Human Resources department to determine if your company offers charitable gift matching. If your employer does offer this benefit, your HR department will be able to provide you with a matching gift form. Please complete this form and mail it along with your donation to:
AMIGOS OF COSTA RICA, INC.
TAX ID (EIN) #: 31-1714653
1250 24TH STREET, NW, SUITE 300
WASHINGTON DC 20037
(202) 467-8309 Office
(202) 467-8349 Fax
CONTACT NAME: David Schacht
EMAIL: david@amigosofcostarica.org
We will then verify receipt of your gift and return the form to your company, which will then issue a matching gift contribution to Amigos of Costa Rica. Should you need a copy of Amigos of Costa Rica’s 501(c)(3) certificate of tax exemption, please click here.
Back to TopCorporate Referral Programs
Amigos of Costa Rica partners with a number of corporate referral programs in order to provide you with an easy way to support our efforts through every-day purchases.
Amazon.com
We have created an Amigos of Costa Rica Amazon.com Store where you can shop for your favorite Costa Rica-related products such as Café Britt coffee and candies, Tizano sauch, travel guides, nature guides, T-shirts and much more. Every time you make a purchase on this store, 4-6% of your purchase will be paid to Amigos of Costa Rica to support our programs.
Verizon Velocity
Amigos has partnered with Verizon Velocity Fundraising in order provide our members with another convenient way to support our efforts. Whenever a new residential customer orders Verizon FIOS© Internet or Verizon High Speed Internet, Amigos of Costa Rica receives a $25 donation (provided you use the Code 12995 and call 1-888-695-5299). Similarly, new customers ordering Verizon FIOS© TV or DIRECTV© will result in a $20 donation to Amigos of Costa Rica. Verizon FreedomSM Calling, Verizon Long Distance or Additional Lines will result in a $10 donation. For more information on this program, please download the program brochure.
Volunteer in Costa Rica
Volunteers help Amigos of Costa Rica devote 100% of our funds received to the most effective programs, and help us keep our costs low. We are always looking for individuals with specific and talents to help us improve our service to the people, communities and ecosystems in Costa Rica. To learn more about specific volunteer opportunities, please click here.
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