Developing a sustainable future for The Little Mountain School and the people of its community.
GEO Coffee and Tours is all about funding The Little Mountain School in Joya Honda, Palencia, Guatemala.
The primary source of funding for The Little Mountain School has been donations and grants given through Guatemalan Educational Outreach, Inc. (GEO), a 501C(3) charitable organization. But for sustainability, Fr. Miguel Alvizures saw a need for an additional source of continuing revenue for the school. A recommendation was made to develop a coffee plantation in Guatemala and sell the coffee in the United States. A group, mainly from Mary Queen of the Holy Rosary church in Lexington, KY, went on a pilgrimage to Guatemala in the fall of 2021. They were touched by the dedication of the students and teachers. Upon returning, they decided to form a group to sell Fr. Miguel’s “Little Mountain Coffee” at Mary Queen. The pilgrimage also sparked another idea: tourism showcasing Guatemala and The Little Mountain School.
And so, here we are: GEO Coffee and Tours. GEO itself does not operate a coffee company in Guatemala. Nor does GEO provide tours to Guatemala. But GEO does maintain a cooperative relationship with those who do provide those services. As a result, all profits from coffee sales and tours go to support The Little Mountain School.
Join us. Have a cup of coffee. Visit Guatemala. Transform lives.
To contribute to the educational and social development of Guatemala, especially for low-income children, through the generation of sustainable economic income. We are dedicated to exporting coffee from small coffee farmers in Palencia, where the project is located, paying fair prices per quintal to support coffee growers and guarantee a dignified life for them. We also strive to be a source of employment in the community, ensuring living wages and promoting sustainable practices for the environment.
To be a company in Guatemala that contributes significantly to the well-being of our customers and the community, especially in the educational and social spheres. We seek to expand our impact through the export of quality coffee and sustainable tourism, offering unique experiences that promote knowledge and appreciation of the culture and natural resources of Guatemala.
Social Commitment: We are committed to making a positive contribution to the development of education and social welfare in Guatemala, especially for those in a situation of vulnerability.
Sustainability: We strive to operate sustainably, both environmentally and as a socially, ensuring the long-term viability of our project and its positive impact.
Transparency: We act with transparency in all our operations, maintaining open and honest communication with all stakeholders.
Quality: We strive for excellence in everything we do, from selection and export of coffee to the provision of tourist services, guaranteeing the satisfaction of our customers and collaborators.
Respect: We respect Guatemala’s cultural and environmental diversity, promoting preservation of its natural resources and respect for its local communities.
Innovation: We are constantly looking for new ways to improve and grow, keeping abreast of the latest trends and practices in the industries of coffee and sustainable tourism.