AMERICAN FRIENDS OF BEAN VOYAGE

Programs
Resilient Communities Initiative
Resilient Communities Initiative: A 12-month rural incubator program that equips smallholder women coffee farmers with training, peer support, and seed capital to establish resilient farm businesses and break out of the vicious cycle of food insecurity and poverty. Assisted over 150 smallholder women coffee farmers, and 1,800 farming family members. In 2023, Provided over $38,000 in seed capital to 75 income-generating projects. 89% of program graduates reported increased self-confidence. 93% of participants feel comfortable and welcome in spaces where they can expand their knowledge. Achieved a notable Social Return On Investment of $4.4 for every $1 invested in income diversification projects.GeographiesNot indicatedDatesJan 1, 2023 – Dec 31, 2023Source990No causes providedNo populations provided–$107.9KMarket Readiness Initiative
Market Readiness Initiative: Equipping smallholder women coffee farmers with opportunities to establish direct trade relationships with specialty coffee buyers, earn higher farm-gate revenue and build thriving businesses. Bean Voyage has been running the Market Readiness Initiative since 2019. In 2023, The initiative has resulted in the following impact: Exported a total of 32+ tonnes of women-powered coffee globally. Assisted over 103 smallholder women coffee farmers in being market-ready and selling their coffee to buyers globally. Generated over $266,342 in farmgate income. Ensured a 212% increase in prices compared to the commodity markets. Expanded program from Costa Rica to Mexico.GeographiesNot indicatedDatesJan 1, 2023 – Dec 31, 2023Source990No causes providedNo populations provided–$65.3KWomen Powered Coffee Summit
Women Powered Coffee Summit: A dynamic and inclusive 3-day gathering dedicated to fostering equity in the coffee industry, bringing together smallholder women coffee producers and other women coffee professionals in a safe and inclusive space. Total participants: 183 Meaningful connections made: 1,130+ Social media impressions: 154k+ Participant satisfaction: 96%GeographiesNot indicatedDatesJan 1, 2023 – Dec 31, 2023Source990No causes providedNo populations provided–$59.3K
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