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About Guatemala

Guatemala’s name comes from an ancient Nahuatl Aztec word meaning “land of many trees.” This Central American country is rich in Indigenous heritage and stunning landscapes. Yet many communities face challenges such as poverty, malnutrition, and limited access to education.

Country Stats

Churches using Compassion Causes

22

Children served

5724

Fun Fact

Lake Atitlán, located in the Guatemalan highlands, is often referred to as one of the most beautiful lakes in the world.

New Causes

Causes in Guatemala

Build a new kitchen
Build a new kitchen
Build a new kitchen
Build a new kitchen
Build a new kitchen
Guatemala

Build a new kitchen

$40 of $10,069 raised
Urgent
Mudslide Protection Wall
Mudslide Protection Wall
Guatemala

Mudslide Protection Wall

$2,815 of $18,204 raised
Community Innovation Lab 3D Printer
Community Innovation Lab 3D Printer
Community Innovation Lab 3D Printer
Community Innovation Lab 3D Printer
Community Innovation Lab 3D Printer
Guatemala

Community Innovation Lab 3D Printer

$1,135 of $5,768 raised
Sublimation CREEarte
Sublimation CREEarte
Participants working on keychain designs
preparing a cup to sublimate it
Sublimation CREEarte
Here the cup is already sublimating
Sublimation CREEarte
Guatemala

Sublimation CREEarte

$105 of $4,315 raised
Outdoor Space for Kids
Outdoor Space for Kids
Outdoor Space for Kids
Outdoor Space for Kids
Outdoor Space for Kids
Guatemala

Outdoor Space for Kids

$175 of $5,754 raised
Securing the Church
Securing the Church
Securing the Church
Securing the Church
Securing the Church
Securing the Church
Securing the Church
Securing the Church
Guatemala

Securing the Church

$285 of $4,315 raised

Check out this progress update from a church who completed their cause.

Thank you for being part of this achievement

Thank you for being part of this achievement

On behalf of the volunteer participants and the entire community, we want to express our sincerest and deepest gratitude to each of our sponsors and donors for their invaluable support in improving our kitchen. Thanks to your generosity, we have achieved a fundamental improvement: the renovation of the kitchen floor. This change not only beautifies the space but also significantly improves hygiene, safety, and functionality, allowing us to carry out our activities in a more suitable and dignified environment. Your commitment and solidarity demonstrate that when we work together, we can transform our spaces and strengthen our community. Every contribution has been a key piece in making this achievement a reality. Please accept our recognition, gratitude, and commitment to continue working enthusiastically for the well-being of all. Thank you so much for believing in our cause and being part of this progress!

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