I have been a supporter of AIR since the lat 1990s and continue to be impressed and inspired by the work they do and, most importantly, the integrity with which they do their work. AIR's work and mission is driven and carried out by Guatemalan leaders and community members at a grass roots level. The respect AIR shows towards the communities and people with whom they work is only surpassed by the respect that the communities convey back to AIR. Having served on the boards and as a volunteer with other NGO and nonprofit organizations around the world, AIR is among the best of the best!
Spent the last week of June in Guatemala with Anne and her Maya staff. We planted 1022 trees and built 5 efficient wood burning stoves. It was a tremendous experience. I hope to back to this beautiful country many more times.
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Very impressed with the percentage of monies going to Guatemala and not for administration fees. Dr. Anne Hallum and her tireless efforts have been an inspiration to me and all those who know her. I strongly urge anyone that is looking for a non-profit that provides the most "bang for the buck," look no further!
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I love all that is being done to enrich the lives of Guatemala to improve the environment, educate, prepare stoves so better food can nourish them and be beneficial for all. Lives in the area have been changed because people have accepted the invitation to donate to AIR,
I am always amazed to know how much is accomplished with money given.
M.Darsey Huntsville, AL
This organization goes deep into the communities of Guatemala and serves the people.
Not by just providing aid, but by educating and installing the tools necessary for the people to succeed independently.
The added benefit of this is actual sustainable farming and economies, something the country of Guatemala desperately needs.
My wife and I are incredibly impressed by how resourceful AIR has been, and continues to be. We look forward to the amount of restoration they'll be able to accomplish after the devastating volcano eruption 2 months ago.
I am retired and spend most of my time working with nonprofits. I have never worked with an organization where people get more bang for their buck. Super people doing really super things.
I recently joined AIR on one of their trips to Guatemala to plant trees, build stoves, and work with some of the local school children planting a vegetable garden. It was clear from day-one that Anne has a deep love and understanding of the local area and culture, and is working to promote sustainable preservation of the area. This organization truly supports the communities they work in, providing educational support to ensure the people understand the benefits of reforestation, and will continue using the land in a sustainable manner after the AIR support staff have left. I was thoroughly impressed by the respect they are shown throughout the community, and the good works they do both locally and internationally. I am continually impressed by the AIR family, and am thrilled to be able to work with them again in the future.
I love the work that A.I.R. is doing. Years ago I visited Guatemala and have visited again since. I love the Guatemalan people, and it is wonderful to have a non profit group there that is truly helping the people,
A.I.R. trains local folk to plant and tend more trees on the hillsides, thus avoiding mud slide disasters seen in other countries where preserving trees isn't widely understood when a hungry family needs fuel to cook their food. It's a catch -22 situation.The far more efficient stoves that they build for the villagers are so important in keeping the steep hills from being deforested, and the people with cooked food!
I am presently putting my 4th Guatemalan girl through high school, a small outlay with giant results. Raise the women of a country along with the men and you have a balanced society. How could anyone not want to contribute to such an effort! Mrs. Jan M Geisler, School Teacher, Florida, USA