Wuqu' Kawoq

Join the Wuqu’ Kawoq Team!

Everyone can get on board. Check out some of the ideas below. To talk with us about how you would like to lend a hand, send us an email here. We look forward to talking with you soon.

Medical volunteers. Medical providers interested in participating in one of our many medical trips.

Internship program. For students or professionals interested in gaining experience in development work and who are willing to commit at least 10-12 months to living in Guatemala. Please note that Spanish fluency and serious learning of Kaqchikel or K’ichee’ while in Guatemala with us are required. Positions are limited.

Interpreters. We need fluent trilingual Spanish, Kaqchikel (or K’ichee’), and English speakers to help on the ground and with text translations. For in country interpreters, we will provide training.

If you cannot travel to Guatemala or want to help in other ways, consider these options:

Fundraising. For those with experience in fundraising who would like to help us develop our network of donors, both large and small.

      • Hunting for grant opportunities
      • Fundraising in your town or neighborhood
      • Developing our network of donors, on a small or large scale
      • Getting local schools, churches, and other organizations involved

Administration. For those with experience in editing, design, web, accounting, and more.

      • Mailings
      • Copy editing
      • Brochure/flier/newsletter design
      • Web development
      • Accounting and auditing
      • Book design, typesetting, and publishing