JOIN US “The Mirador area is arguably the greatest archaeological find in the Western Hemisphere. For thirty years, Dr. Richard Hansen has worked with unparalleled commitment and passion to bring to light these awe-inspiring discoveries.” “Richard has created a new model for rainforest and archaeological site conservation through sustainable programs using the ancient jungle shrouded cities as the economic catalysts for their own preservation.”
Mel Gibson, Chairman of the Board, FARES
STRATEGIC ALLIES -GHF- Global Heritage Fund Global Heritage Fund (GHF) is a non-profit International Conservancy established in 2002 in Palo Alto, California, with the mission to save the earth's most significant and endangered cultural heritage sites in developing countries through scientific excellence and community involvement. GHF has been a staunch supporter of FARES since 2004. They, in cooperation with PACUNAM and FARES provide funding for the Mirador Basin Project.
-Pacunam- Fundación Patrimonio Cultural y Natural Maya Pacunam is a foundation comprised of numerous visionary Guatemalan corporations committed to the preservation of Guatemala's natural and cultural heritage through sustainable development for the benefit of future generations. Their mission is to coordinate efforts and facilitate resources to identify, lead and promote projects for the protection and rescue of the cultural and natural heritage of Guatemala. Since 2006, Pacunam, in cooperation with GHF, supports FARES funding for the rescue and ecological protection of Mirador Basin.
-APANACAsociación de Amigos del Patrimonio Natural y Cultural de Guatemala APANAC is a non-profit organization formed in Guatemala by individuals interested in the preservation and development of the Natural and Cultural Heritage of Guatemala.
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-Idaho State University ISU has made the commitment to become “the premier international research institution for Mesoamerican studies in ancient cultures and related environmental sciences and conservation programs,” according to ISU Vice President, Dr. Kent Tingey
OTHERS Ministerio de Cultura y Deportes
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Instituto de Antropología e Historia
United States Department of the Interior (DOI)
Foundation for Sustainable Development
Hitz Foundation