Maya Traditions: Weaving Empowers Women Across Generations, Preserves Culture
September 11, 2020
When you traverse the streets of Guatemala markets, you won’t be able to avoid the vibrant colors of textiles crafted by local artisans. Rich reds, exquisite yellows, all spun and […]
Read MoreGreen Building Teaches Children of Centro Educativo Tecnico Chixot Green Living
August 6, 2020
After a stint in the Peace Corps, Matt Paneitz decided he wanted to begin his own nonprofit to help the children and families of Guatemala. What became known as Long […]
Read MoreDreamy Travel Story Takes on World-Famous Guatemala Coffee
July 28, 2020
Consider yourself a coffee connoisseur? You aren’t the only one! According to the International Coffee Organization (ICO), approximately 1.4 billion cups of coffee are poured worldwide each day. But whether […]
Read MoreLight At The End of The Tunnel, A Message of Hope, And An Opportunity to Help
July 27, 2020
The people of Guatemala are fighters, working with their communities to rise above hardships, to survive and be better than ever before. Unfortunately, the novel coronavirus has proven to be […]
Read MoreA Small Act of Kindness Goes a Long Way These Days
April 30, 2020
By Scott Garrison, Founder I, like many throughout the world, can get overwhelmed thinking about all the rebuilding that has to happen to lift the world out of crippling disaster. […]
Read MoreTestimonial: “I feel lucky to have been able to contribute…”
April 20, 2020
By Marli Allard, former Buena Onda intern My experience at the Instituto Mesoamericano de Permacultura was an amazing opportunity to learn about permaculture, understand Mayan culture, and experience life in […]
Read MoreBe Good & Be Well: Guatemala Will Be Here For You
April 13, 2020
As our world battles the spread of COVID-19, many of us are feeling stressed out and helpless. But what if you could mitigate those feelings, that you can do something? […]
Read MoreFeeling like you want to help but don’t know how? A message from Buena Onda.
March 31, 2020
By Scott Garrison, Buena Onda Founder It’s a strange, rough time in the world right now. Here in Guatemala, we are under an essential lockdown, with all borders and public […]
Read More“The Loneliness Epidemic:” How Service to Others Can Help Cure The Blues
March 10, 2020
Here’s a statement that you’re probably not used to hearing: The world has become a rather isolated place to live in. “That doesn’t make sense,” you may argue. “I have […]
Read MoreIntern Testimonial: “I Had Made Guatemala My New Home.”
March 6, 2020
By Elisa Portz, Buena Onda Intern Hey all! I’m Elisa and it’s been almost three months that I’ve been back living in the United States after having lived in Guatemala […]
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