2003-2023- 20Y EFICO FOUNDATION

Proud EFICO FOUNDATION partner since 2004

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 :

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 | Creating Impact and Generating Ripple Effect

About EFICO FOUNDATION

EFICO FOUNDATION Impact & Ripple Effect Report

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.