October was an exciting month for the students of Lan Vwa! Children who once were bound to a life of poverty in rural Guatemala graduated from Lan Vwa and celebrated bright futures with their families.

In Guatemala, the public school system runs from 1st through 6th grade. Outside of these six years, school is only for those who can afford it. Children of coffee farmers rarely have the means or access to higher education, which contributes to the crushing cycle of poverty.

The Leiva family started Lan Vwa in 2012 to provide education and the Hope of Jesus Christ for these children in need. Over a decade later, yet another class of underprivileged children graduated with the tools they need to succeed.

Jesmin, a 2024 graduate, highlights the incredible spiritual impact Lan Vwa has on students. She attended church before becoming a student at Lan Vwa, but did not yet have a relationship with Jesus. Once she began attending Lan Vwa, she learned how to have a personal relationship with Jesus and asked Him to be her Savior! She graduated in October, and is planning to further her education in Business Administration. Jesmin not only received the education she needed to break the cycle of poverty, but she also placed her faith in One who breaks the chains of sin and death.

Because you choose HOPE Coffee, you are already supporting Lan Vwa as they continue to provide a Christian education to children living in poverty. Learn how you can go further and sponsor a student!