Become a Xch’ool Ixim Garden Member
Becoming a Garden Member of Xch’ool Ixim means joining a community of committed partners who believe in the power of education, identity, and cultural renewal. Your monthly support sustains the daily work of our Q’eqchi’ teachers, provides learning materials for students, and keeps the “Heart of Corn” beating strong in the remote communities we serve.
Each contribution—no matter the size—represents a seed of hope that grows into opportunities for young people to learn, lead, and thrive while honoring their Maya roots. As a valued Garden Member, you will receive:
- Welcome letter and certificate recognizing you as a Garden Member of Xch’ool Ixim
- Quarterly newsletter and impact stories directly from our community
- Exclusive invitation to observe an online educational activity
- Annual message of gratitude from our Executive Director and Board President
- And all Garden Members also receive pinol as a thank you gift so that you may enjoy the benefit of a traditional Guatemalan corn libation.
The Story of Pinol
Traditional pinol is made from finely ground and roasted corn, cacao, and cinnamon. It has been a staple for many indigenous peoples of Mexico and Central America, providing essential nutrition and sustenance since pre-Hispanic times. The name pinol is derived from the Nahuatl word “pinolli,” meaning cornmeal. Today, pinol remains an integral ingredient in Central American cuisine, valued for its rich cultural heritage and health benefits.
We hope that you will enjoy the robust flavors and nutritional benefits of pinol, as you experience this ancient taste of Guatemala.
Your steady monthly gift—whether $10, $25, $50, or more—creates lasting change from within the community. Every monthly donation plants seeds for continued growth.
Together, we nurture the seeds of identity, learning, and hope.
Anonymous Donors
We are especially grateful to our anonymous donors, as you are critical to our growth and sustainability. Sadly, we are unable to contact you directly. We realize that some of you may not even realize that you are giving anonymously because it is the “default” selection on our Donation page (a legal requirement). If you have not heard from us, please check your Donor account as you may wish to change the “anonymous” setting so that we can express our gratitude and share stories of our community impact.
