On May 24th, The Fundación Social Banacol-Corbanacol signed with the government of Costa Rica, through the IMAS-Mixed Institute for Social Assistance- the agreement “Zero extreme poverty” which promotes comprehensive development of families and employees of Banacol and of three more companies that participate in this Agreement, who live under social vulnerability conditions.
Signing of the allianceThis is the first public-private foundation in Costa Rica that seeks to provide comprehensive attention to the families identified as living in conditions of extreme poverty through an analysis done by social science professionals.
As stated by Fernando Marín, Executive President of the IMAS and Minister of Social Welfare and Family of Costa Rica: “This is a joint effort that is not only focused on economic subsidy; Alliances are made with different sectors which l contribute with scholarships, housing and others”.
This agreement, which will bring great benefits for the Company employees and their families, was led by Banacol and Corbanacol, thanks to our Foundation's vast experience in cooperation projects and Public and Private alliances, developed in Colombia.
Signing of the alliance with the President of Costa Rica, Laura Chinchilla Miranda; the Minister of Social Welfare and Family, Fernando Marín Rojas and the General Manager of Banacol in Costa Rica, Gabriel Montoya.
Source: Banacol