HISTORY

Don Antonio Rivera Venegas Foundation was established on February 16, 2001, in honor of a man who demonstrated that with effort, work, and dedication, dreams can be achieved. Antonio Rivera Venegas, born in Orizaba, Veracruz, on July 24, 1885, grew up in a deprived environment, which awakened in him a strong awareness of the needs faced by the most disadvantaged social groups in our country.
We are a philanthropic, non profit institution that implements projects contributing to the integral development of indigenous communities in our country. Our primary focus is to implement sustainable development actions and strategies that promote active participation and the development of their skills.

Philosophy

Mission

To implement, promote, and support sustainable projects with an educational focus that raises awareness, strengthens, and promotes activities that improve the quality of life of indigenous communities, based on the "Learning by Doing" methodology.

Vision

To be a consolidated and recognized organization for its high level of social commitment, characterized by developing projects and actions that strengthen indigenous communities in the areas of Health and Social Welfare.

Values

Based on respect, honesty, commitment, and responsibility towards the indigenous communities of our country.

Presence

Currently, the Foundation operates in various communities across different municipalities in the Sierra Sur of Oaxaca; San Carlos Yautepec, Santa María Ecatepec, and Santa María Quiegolani are located at an altitude of 1500 to 2400 meters above sea level. The region is predominantly pine-oak forest, with deciduous jungle in the lower parts, and has a temperate-humid climate. Its inhabitants belong to the Chontal and Zapotec ethnic groups.

We are a non profit organization

We are a non profit dedicated to fostering collaboration and mutual support within communities. Our mission is to promote sustainable development in Mexico, with a special focus on enhancing the quality of life in rural areas.

Activities

Social Welfare

Agave Cultivation
Fruit Orchards
Organic Vegetable Cultivation
Dual-purpose Poultry Raising
Agroindustry
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Community Assistance

Food Packages
Blankets
Toys
School Supplies
Household Items
Clothing

Social Medicine

Consultations
Disease Prevention Talks
Deworming, Pregnancy Control, and Child Nutrition Campaigns

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Achievements

Agave Cultivation

In the communities served by the Don Antonio Rivera Venegas Foundation, agave has traditionally been cultivated for mezcal production, being the main productive activity and source of economic income.
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Agroecology

An important tool implemented by the Don Antonio Rivera Venegas Foundation to achieve the goals of productive projects such as fruit orchards, organic vegetable production, and agave cultivation.

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General Medicine

Among the activities of the Don Antonio Rivera Venegas Foundation in the Health area is the General Medicine service, which provides general consultations and the provision of required medications to each patient free of charge.

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