A story of Maya helping Maya
Fundamaya (Fundación Familia Maya) began as a simple, shared dream, and it has grown roots in the communities we now proudly call home.
A small group of indigenous Guatemalan, Australian and American friends could not ignore the struggles unfolding around them. We believed change was possible, even if it began with supporting just one family at a time.
From the beginning, it was essential that Fundamaya remain, at its core, a Guatemalan organization. This land, its people, their traditions and their hopes are the heart and soul of our work.
Fundamaya is, and has always been, a story of Maya helping Maya: neighbors supporting neighbors, communities uplifting one another, and hope growing from the very soil where it was first planted.
Today Fundamaya is a registered U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofit, with a volunteer U.S. Board of Directors and a Guatemalan board and staff who live in the communities we serve.
To empower and uplift communities in Guatemala through sustainable development that strengthens education, health and economic opportunity, promoting positive change and self-reliance among indigenous communities.
A Guatemala where every person, regardless of background or circumstances, can realize their full potential and live with dignity.
AJ: the nahual of family
AJ is the nahual in our logo. It means family, and it signifies abundance, the restoration of nature and harmony with others: the home and family of all generations, our children.
It is the nahual of the arts and the integrity of faith. Welcome to our Fundamaya family.
Our team
Meet the Kaqchikel-speaking Maya directors who lead our programs in Guatemala.
Meet the team →Board of directors
The volunteer board that oversees our finances, budget and Form 990.
Our board →In memory of our founder
Honoring the life and legacy of the woman whose vision built Fundamaya.
Read her story →Organizations that walk with us
We're honored to work with businesses and organizations who share our mission of creating opportunity and helping families thrive.
FundaMaya Canada
Registered Canadian charity; Fundamaya is the service provider for its programs.
Rotary Club of Tillamook
Partner in community projects.
Sattva Family Healthcare
Partner in health care support.
Global Legacy Programs
Helps provide sewing machines to women who graduate from our classes.
Community Church of Poway
Supports our sewing program with machines, fabric and supplies.
U.S. fire departments & Rotary clubs
Donated fire trucks, equipment and training for Guatemala's volunteer firefighters.