Mayan Families
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Social Development
Purpose of the organization: | As an accredited 501(c)(3) non-governmental organization, Mayan Families' mission is to facilitate sustainable development programs in impoverished communities throughout the Lake Atitlán region of rural Guatemala. Our objective is to stimulate long-term progress through school sponsorships, health initiatives, vocational training and microfinance, while providing emergency aid to those in critical need. |
A list of members of the governing body of the organization, and their countries of nationality: | Directors & Co-Founders: Sharon Smart-Poage (Australian), Dwight Poage (U.S.), Patti Mort (U.S.) |
UN-NGO-IRENE Newsletter: | Yes |