"Join us by supporting our efforts, or engaging with the people and the forest."

     - Dr. Philip D. Tanimoto, Founder

                    Four initiatives working together!

1

SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

Saving the forest through innovative collaboration!

2

ECO-CULTURAL TOURs:  A LIFE-CHANGING ADVENTURE OF LEARNING, INVOLVEMENT, AND ACTION

Join us for our next trek to the Highlands!

3

BIODIVERSITY RESEARCH

Documenting the extraordinary diversity of Cerro El Amay, its forest, waters, and caves.

4

LAND ACQUISITION FOR CONSERVATION

Prevent Clear Cutting -- You can make a huge difference--DONATE!




Land Tenure

We build lasting relationships with local communities to implement sustainable visions for the future.
Changing demographics
Poor farmers are selling their land to speculators who plan to log the forest. Our mission is to stop this destruction. Please help us save this forest!
Farming trends
A corn-based economy is one characterized by endless poverty. We are introducing macadamia--a specialized nut crop that grows optimally under local conditions. With macadamia comes a wealth of new skills and opportunities.

Join our effort!


  • YOUR DONATION IS TAX-DEDUCTIBLE


Group at Cerro El Amay

We work hand-in hand with local community members.

Rosenda's Parents
Phil with Julio Garcia and giant cedar