About Us

We are a committed group of world citizens that are combining our skills and resources to support sustainable grassroots projects that regenerate societies and the environment.

Our team is a multitalented task force that helps upgrade impactful organizations in the following areas.

Project Management

80%

Communications

90%

Green Technologies

90%

Growth Planning

80%

ON THE GROUND IMPACT with Poder y Luz Maya

Several of our board members have long-standing ties with Poder y Luz Maya and know it’s forward-thinking work intimately— they specialize in bringing solar power to  schools and communities that have no electric light.

Solar power automatically boosts a community; allowing for extra hours of productive work and study and bringing new world of ideas and possibilities through the internet. Since 2014, they have directly reached over 36,000 Guatemalans with solar power installation in schools and homes, sustainability and entrepreneurship education, and local grassroots empowerment.

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Our Work

We work with community organizations that have proven success with their local constituents and are ready to grow their impact. We provide expertise in specialized fields, with an emphasis on planet-friendly solutions.  

Our Approach

We strengthen grassroots activists by helping build capacity and knowledge base, to broaden their positive impact in the communities they know and understand.

Our Vision

Community leaders have the skills and resources to execute their projects to improve public health, happiness and regenerate the planet.

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We help proven community projects expand their influence, reach and impact on the ground so we can build a more sustainable, equitable society.

Aaron Thornburg

Business and Law

I want to magnify the value and the impact our expertise – and our dollars – brings to marginalized communities, so as to help people better help themselves to live meaningful and dignified lives.

Monika Goforth

Rural Development

I'm inspired by community led movements and want to help them succeed in their visions for a healthier, happier life.

Nadine Pirker

Solar PV Design

I want to help more people access sustainable energy solutions to mitigate climate change and improve quality of life for people most affected by it.

Heather Thomson

Community Development

I see the power of intercultural solidarity for sustainable development as a key approach for a regenerative society in the age of climate change.

Katharine Sapper

Writer

I am a life-long volunteer and donor for social projects in Guatemala. Amplifying community leadership bridges the gap and brings peace and prosperity to our society.

AmandA Brush

Philanthropy

I'm passionate about the power of philanthropy to bring good into this world. I am particularly moved when I see the benefits changing lives in front of my eyes.

Aaron Thornburg

President

Monika Goforth

Vice President

Nadine Pirker

Treasurer

Heather Thompson

Secretary

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ON THE GROUND OF IMPACT

Cooperating with local leaders at the grassroots

Empowerment

Local leaders know best how to run life changing programs with the right team. That’s why we ally with groundbreaking partners serving their communities.

Environment

In order to prepare for and mitigate climate change, all programs include environmental regeneration as a core value and benefit.

EquAlity

We are working to overcome systemic inequalities by allying with programs that empower women and marginalized communities.

Social Worker teaches community leaders about solar power in Guatemala

Regenerating communities with the people who know best

We help expand the impact of grassroots organizations succeeding at local solutions to poverty, social inequality and climate change.

Strategic Advising

OTG Impact helps grassroots organizations execute on their visions for growth and impact.

growth Planning

We bring in the skills and resources to upgrade grassroots institutions so they can improve services in their communities long into the future.

OTG Impact board member walks by solar installation on an isolated school in Guatemala.

Training

We build the capacities of staff members with access to certified training in high leverage skills like communications, management and grant writing.

Funding

We break down the financial barriers to growth and impact so grassroots organizations can achieve their missions.

Make an impact on the ground

Help local change agents expand their impact on the ground
so we can build a more sustainable society

Status:
11%

Install Solar Power on Rural Schools

Donations:
$5,000 /
$45,000
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Status:
25%

Help women micro-entrepreneurs succeed with training

Donations:
$6,500 /
$25,000
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Status:
14%

Empower local leaders to uplift their communities

Donations:
$1,000 /
$15,000
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The solution is happening, we can encourage its growth.

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