Build a school from recycled materials for Maya

352 Donations from 296 Donors:

Project Personnel

Matthew Paneitz - Executive Director

Matt joined Peace Corps Guatemala in 2002 working with indigenous high-risk youth. He founded Long Way Home in 2004 and began construction on the recreational park, Parque Chimiyá. In the first years he planted a soccer field, organic gardens and constructed a basketball court and community kitchen. It is now a public park providing recreational and educational programs for youth and families.

Adam Howland - Construction Manager

Adam received a degree in Construction in 2001in his home-state of New York. In 2002 he joined the Peace Corps and led construction projects in a rural Guatemalan village for the next 3 years. Adam was one of the original Long Way Home volunteers. He brings his brilliance for construction and innovation to all Long Way Home projects.

Elizabeth Rose - Vice President, Board of Directors

Elizabeth came to Comalapa as a volunteer in 2005 and was smitten with the inspiration and dedication that she observed in the Long Way Home staff and volunteers. She observed young people melding politics, social awareness and grass-roots change on an international level. She has worked tirelessly to assist the effort since.