2003-2023- 20Y EFICO FOUNDATION

Proud EFICO FOUNDATION partner since 2013

Uniting the strengths of Hesselink Koffie Foundation & roasters with the Efico Foundation, we’re not just crafting coffee. Together, we nurture prosperity and sustainability in coffee producing regions.

Gerrit Hesselink, Chairman Hesselink Koffie Foundation

Hesselink Koffie Foundation | Impact & Ripple Effect Report

To date, Hesselink Koffie Foundation has contributed

  • to 11 projects 
  • in 3 producing countries 
  • with a beautiful budget of 134,438 EUR
  • Hesselink Koffie Foundation directly improved the opportunities, empowerment and prosperity of 3,586 coffee entrepreneurs.
    In addition, this steadfast support also generates a positive ripple effect on the lives of more than 1,407 coffee families.

Hesselink Koffie Foundation| Projects

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

KILIMANJARO WATER AND FOOD FOR ALL
Kilimanjaro, Tanzania | 2024

This project deploys an innovative, comprehensive and scalable model for water management & regenerative agriculture to speed productivity recovery, secure rural water and maize seeds supply, reducing CO2 emissions through best irrigation and water use practices linked to water stewardship in 2 farms in Kilimanjaro, Tanzania.

SOLAR PANELS FOR COOPERATIVA NUEVO SENDERO
Nueva Santa Rosa, Guatemala | 2024-2025

By installing 32 solar panels with 120 cells each in the wet mill, the objective of this project is to support the Nuevo Sendero cooperative in the generation of clean electric energy for its wet mill and water pump in Nueva Santa Rosa, Guatemala. The solar panels will significantly reduce the coffee cooperative’s CO2 footprint.

HEALTHY FOOD & EDUCATION FOR EVERY CHILD
El Pinal & Copan, Honduras | 2023

The project’s objective is to improve the quality of life of 150 students through education, adding new nutritional components to the school lunch menu, improving the conditions of the kitchen area and tools of the school lunch, implementing a sustainable school garden as well as educational and corrective actions in hygienic habits.

HEALTHY HOME KITS FOR RURAL COMMUNITIES
Chiquimula, Guatemala | 2021-2022

This project aims to improve the health & living conditions of the local coffee community by installing smokeless stoves, water filters,… In addition, various training courses are being provided.

HEALTHY FOOD & EDUCATION FOR EVERY CHILD
Erandique, Honduras | 2021-2022

The goal is healthy food and education for every child. Each student receives a school kit and a family food kit. The content and applications are explained.

EMERGENCY PROJECT | TROPICAL STORMS ETA & IOTA
Guatemala | 2021

This emergency project has ensured that coffee farming families affected by these tropical storms received food packages and hygiene kits (including a water filter).

HEALTHY HOME KITS FOR RURAL COFFEE COMMUNITY
Buena Vista Las Flores, Guatemala | 2018-2019

This project aims to improve the health & living conditions of the local coffee community by installing smokeless stoves, latrines,… In addition, various training courses are being provided.

HEALTHY HOME KITS FOR RURAL COFFEE COMMUNITY
El Conacaste, Guatemala | 2017-2018

This project aims to improve the health & living conditions of the local coffee community by installing smokeless stoves, latrines,… In addition, various training courses are being provided.

HEALTHY LIVING ENVIRONMENT FOR THE COMMUNITY
La Campa – Lempira area, Honduras | 2016-2018

This project aims to develop and promote local healthy homes and healthy coffee families by teaching healthy behaviours and developing knowledge and skills for self-care.

SOLAR LIGHTING & ELECTRICITY IN RURAL COMMUNITY
various coffee communities, Guatemala | 2015-2016

This project has improved the quality of life of the rural community by installing light and electricity in homes, schools, childcare, church, health care and community lab.

SAFE DRINKING WATER AT HOME
various rural coffee departments, Guatemala | 2013-2015

This project aims to improve the health situation of rural households by educating women and by providing the right materials (water filters,..)

Hesselink Koffie Foundation | Sustainable Development

With Hesselink Koffie Foundation’s support to the EFICO FOUNDATION projects,
Hesselink Koffie Foundation has contributed to following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

Hesselink Koffie 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.