Asociación de Desarrollo Integral Canaán
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About
Asociación de Desarrollo Integral Canaán is a community-based organization dedicated to improving quality of life for families in Canaán and Los Ángeles, Pérez Zeledón. Located near Chirripó National Park, the association works to strengthen rural communities through infrastructure development, environmental conservation, education, and local leadership. For more than five decades, it has brought residents together to address community needs, protect the Chirripó watershed, support local groups, and create opportunities for future generations. Through collective action and community participation, the organization continues building a more resilient and sustainable future for the region.
Impact
52
Years of Community Service
200
Families Supported
$23,000
Raised for Community Infrastructure
Programs
Community Infrastructure Development
Building and improving shared spaces and essential infrastructure that benefit local families and organizations.
Environmental Stewardship
Protecting the Chirripó watershed and promoting conservation initiatives that safeguard natural resources.
Education & Community Development
Supporting youth, local leadership, and community initiatives that strengthen long-term rural development.
Current Need
The community is working toward the completion of the Los Ángeles Multi-Purpose Hall, a project that will provide an important gathering space for residents, local organizations, and future community programs. Additional priorities include launching a Blue Flag environmental certification process, conducting a community census to support local planning efforts, and organizing the annual Festival de la Tierra. Continued support will help strengthen community infrastructure, environmental stewardship, and opportunities for future generations in the Chirripó region.
Growing Stronger Every Year
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