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Our corporate sponsors lead social investment in Costa Rica's future.
Create a Culture of Water Conservation among Costa Rican Youth
Although Costa Rica has a tradition of conserving its natural resources, with more than 28% of its territory protected, the current water sanitation system only covers 30% of the country, with 4% of wastewater treated, and no culture of water conservation. This program will provide training for Costa Rican youth in water conservation and water management, resulting in a minimum reduction of water consumption of 20% per student. The purpose is to dramatically reduce wasteful water consumption at the 35 highest consumption-per-student schools.
Technology and Job-Readiness Training to Persons with Disabilities
The Partnership in Opportunities for Employment through Technology in the Americas (POETA) is a hemisphere wide initiative established by the Trust for the Americas, the OAS and Microsoft. This program aims to fight poverty, promote social inclusion, and improve competitiveness, by increasing access to technology and jobs for persons with disabilities and other at-risk population.
Promoting Entrepreneurship and Microcredit in Poor Communities
In many of the poorest communities of Costa Rica, opportunities are rare for hardworking men and women to earn a living – there simply is little credit, financing or support for small businesses entrepreneurs and those who want to invest in their own communities. To address this urgent need, Peace Corps, FINCA, Amigos of Costa Rica and the CRUSA Foundation have partnered to promote sustainable development in these poorest communities of Costa Rica through the creation of Community Credit Enterprises (CCEs).
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Amigos joins 1% for the Planet
Amigos of Costa Rica has been selected as a proud non-profit member of 1% for the Planet (1% FTP), a growing alliance of companies and non-profits committed to corporate social responsibility and explicitly agreeing to donate 1% of their revenues to environmental programs across the globe. Membership in this leading network demonstrates Amigos of Costa Rica’s commitment to sustainability and high-impact environmental programs throughout Costa Rica.
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Amigos Present at SJO Airport
The Amigos of Costa Rica/CRUSA Foundation and Bertero, Inc. recently signed an agreement in which the purchase of high quality coffee and chocolate products provides support to rural communities throughout Costa Rica.
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U.S. donors help Costa Rican school affected by Jan. Earthquake
In early 2009, Amigos of Costa Rica and the CRUSA Foundation established the Costa Rica Earthquake Relief Fund to help those affected by the January 8, 2009 earthquake. The 6.2 magnitude earthquake leveled homes, isolated entire villages, destroyed schools and devastated local economies and ecosystems.
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Comments on Costa Rica by Ricardo Ernst, University of Georgetown
Here is an opinion piece on CNN by Ricardo Ernst, University of Georgetown regarding Costa Rica's economic and political position in Latin America. The analysis provides good insight into what Costa Rica is doing well, and the critical link between political and economic stability, and progress against human development indicators. While the statistics he mentions are accurate, it is important to also recognize that this success is not without significant challenges.
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Campaign to help Cahuita!
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Sports for Nature Scores for Costa Rica
Sports for Nature, a series of sporting events designed to support environmental organizations in the U.S. and abroad, is helping young entrepreneurs in the Osa Peninsula find sustainable alternatives to environmentally destructive practices. The program’s organizer, Jorge Morera, is a Costa Rican living and working in Virginia who has been collaborating with Amigos to give back to the people of Costa Rica. Mr.
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Empresarios de Exito (in Spanish) - Part II
Check out the 2nd part of the 2 part evening news series on our project with MarViva Foundation, FINCA and the CRUSA Foundation, from the Costa Rican TV Channel 7.
