2003-2023- 20Y EFICO FOUNDATION

Proud EFICO FOUNDATION partner since 2004

COLRUYT GROUP Foundation

EFICO, a long-standing partner of COLRUYT GROUP Foundation, embodies our shared vision, where every step of the chain – from youth training projects to the coffee sold on our shelves – aligns to create a long-term transformative effect in the Santander region. Since 2004 our collaboration has showcased its positive impact, reflecting our joint commitment with a focus on sustained, meaningful change.

Stefan Goethaert , CEO Colruyt Group

COLRUYT GROUP Foundation | Impact & Ripple Effect Report

To date, COLRUYT GROUP Foundation has contributed

  • to 5 projects 
  • in 1 producing country 
  • with a beautiful budget of 482,254 EUR
  • COLRUYT GROUP Foundation directly improved the opportunities, empowerment and prosperity of  717 coffee entrepreneurs.
    In addition, this steadfast support also generates a positive ripple effect on the lives of more than 2,894 coffee families.

COLRUYT GROUP Foundation | Projects

With every cup of COLRUYT GROUP Foundation & EFICO FOUNDATION coffee you drink,
you support the following projects :

THE NEXT GENERATION OF COFFEE ENTREPRENEURS
Santander, Colombia | 2023-2026

This project aims to encourage 100 young students from rural schools to grow coffee crops based on productivity, profitability and quality criteria.

A NEW GENERATION OF COFFEE ENTREPRENEURS
Santander, Colombia | 2018-2023

This project aims to provide better perspectives to the community of 150 young coffee growers who will become regional and national role models of rural entrepreneurship.

EDUCATION FOR THE FUTURE IN SANTANDER
Florentino Gonzales School | Santander, Colombia | 2014-2018

This project aims to foster capacity building, peaceful coexistence and income generation for 100 youngsters and their families.

KACHALÚ COFFEE : SUSTAINABLE EDUCATION | ICT
Las Delicias School | Santander, Colombia | 2010-2012

This project seeks to educate a new generation of coffee entrepreneurs by providing Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) and education on sustainable coffee production according to the students’ context and needs.

KACHALÚ COFFEE : SUSTAINABLE EDUCATION
El Bosque School | Santander, Colombia | 2004 – 2008

This project generate a change in rural education programs for coffee growing regions. Children receive training in the use of computers and learn everything about food safety.

COLRUYT GROUP Foundation | Sustainable Development

With COLRUYT GROUP Foundation‘s support to the EFICO FOUNDATION projects,
COLRUYT GROUP Foundation has contributed to following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals :

COLRUYT GROUP Foundation | Creating Impact and Generating Ripple Effect

About EFICO FOUNDATION

At EFICO, our sustainable sourcing commitment goes hand in hand with investing in a sustainable coffee future through our EFICO FOUNDATION.

Established as a private foundation in 2003, EFICO FOUNDATION’s goal is to positively impact coffee farmers’ livelihoods, prosperity and environment.