Poder y Luz Maya
Location: Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
Organization Description:
Poder y Luz Maya is an organization that works for environmental protection, public health, and economic development in communities in Guatemala through education and the distribution of renewable technologies. Their mission is to empower communities, promoting sustainable environmental solutions through education, training and entrepreneurship. They do this through three main projects. First is their solar centers, built in low-income communities and organizations, in order to create models of self-sustainability and multipurpose spaces. Second, they raise awareness on climate change, offering trainings on the challenges of climate change and the importance of renewable technologies for children, adolescents, youth and adults. Lastly, they facilitate trainings with entrepreneurs on strategic financial management, marketing and sales with special tips to strengthen local businesses and increase their social and environmental impact.
Desired Nonprofit Consulting Services:
Grant Proposals Writing
Designing Effective Monitoring
Learning & Evaluation Systems
Skilled Volunteer Project Description:
Grant Proposals: Aid them in developing new skills to formulate viable and successful proposals to raise more funds
Fundraising: Identify and connect them with institutional donors, companies, or foundations to fund solar centers or key components of the solar system
Benefits for Volunteers:
Field trip to program sites
Tours of local sites
Guest housing
Social activities
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