Guatemala
Food for the Hungry (FH) started working in Guatemala in 1976 after an earthquake killed more than 22,000 people and left 1 million without homes. Since then, Guatemala has faced many natural disasters and economic challenges. FH is working to keep children in school and building healthy communities. Click on icons to read more about how FH works in Guatemala.
Guatemala Facts
- Capital:
- Guatemala City
- Language:
- Spanish and Amerindian languages
- Population:
- 13,824,463
- Crisis:
- 2.7 million Guatemalans are affected by food insecurity
- 43 percent of Guatemalan children under age 5 suffer from chronic malnutrition
- 47 percent of Guatemalans don’t have consistent access to drinking water
Our Work in Guatemala
Agriculture
Last year, 2,222 people learned farming and irrigation techniques for growing crops in difficult conditions.
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Church
Last year, 305 pastors received training in leadership to expand their ministry. 6,127 children attended children’s ministries.
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Education
Last year, 6,127 children received assistance to stay in school. 1,420 teenagers received assistance to pursue secondary education or vocational training.
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Health
Last year, 6,127 children received parasite treatment to help prevent malnutrition. Nutrition improved for 3,880 children through FH health programs.
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Income Generation
Last year, construction projects helped 16,160 people in creating income generating opportunities.
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Water
Last year, 3,300 people benefited from FH clean water programs, such as water source conservation.
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