April 2025 Funding | $798,528
We’re excited to approve just under $800,000 in funding to three transformative organizations working to support smallholder farmers in Bolivia, Liberia, and Tanzania. Through our partnerships with Chomateo, J-Palm Liberia, and Kokoa Kamili Limited, we are supporting initiatives that strengthen local economies by equipping smallholder farmers with the resources they need to succeed. While Chomateo and Kokoa Kamili both work to make cocoa production more sustainable and equitable for farmers, J-Palm Liberia focuses on sustainable palm oil production that creates economic opportunities for Liberian farmers. Together, these three incredible organizations will impact 4,143 people!
Chomateo | Bolivia
Chomateo, a new partner of the Foundation, will receive a $50,000 grant that will support 110 smallholder farmers working in agroforestry across Bolivia. The organization focuses its efforts on adding value to coffee, cocoa, and forest products like artisanal soaps and essential oils. Alongside supporting farmers, Chomateo is committed to sustainable livelihoods, preserving biodiversity and enhancing cultural heritage.
J-Palm | Liberia
J-Palm Liberia (JPL), a partner of the Foundation since 2021, will receive a $448,528 3-year, zero percent interest loan. This funding will allow the organization to expand their harvesting initiatives by purchasing palm from 3,500 wild palm collectors. In addition, JPL has purchased a new machine to transform the discarded palm kernel shells into fuel efficient briquettes. They plan to market these briquettes to the Liberian public as a cheaper and cleaner source of fuel. To date, J-Palm Liberia has received $686,548 in funding from the Foundation.
Kokoa Kamili| Tanzania
Kokoa Kamili Limited (KKL), a new partner of the Foundation, will receive a $300,000, 3-year, zero percent interest loan to purchase cocoa from a minimum of 533 farmers. Because cocoa is a year-round crop, these funds will be leveraged multiple times a year. Kokoa Kamili will also provide smallholder cocoa farmers comprehensive services including seedlings, agronomic support, organic certification support, and above market pricing for their cocoa harvest through access to global premium markets.