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Welcome to Green Mama Compost, where we turn waste into wonder and dreams into green reality. Our mission? To tackle the chronic waste problem head-on and transform communities through the magic of composting. But there's so much more to our story—let's dig in

WHO WE ARE

Green Mama Compost Inc. is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt non-profit organization registered in the state of Virginia, USA, and operating in and around Antigua, Guatemala. We’re structured for growth and impact, ensuring that every contribution counts. In Guatemala, we operate under the banner of Volverse Tierra, an NGO dedicated to sharing environmental initiatives, the literal translation of volverse tierra – “becoming earth.”
Why the dual identity? It's all about strategic impact. This setup allows us to secure international grants and move resources efficiently and seamlessly across borders.

OUR MISSION & VALUES

We’re more than just a composting project. Green Mama Compost is a project of Volverse Tierra ONG, an NGO focused on education, community transformation, and environmental sustainability. 
We aim to:
  • Empower communities to reduce waste and enrich their soil.
  • Provide bilingual education on composting and sustainability.
  • Develop future innovative projects like children’s books and educational programs, each with its own unique identity.

OUR LEGAL STRUCTURE

In Guatemala, we are known as “Volverse Tierra, ONG.” This dual registration helps us maximize our impact and secure the necessary funding to keep growing.
In the USA, we are Green Mama Compost Inc., a non-profit corporation with a mission to make composting mainstream. Our leadership includes:    
  • Virginia Wheaton, President
  • Luís Antonio Irías Cordon, Secretary
  • Devin O’Donoghue, Treasurer

OUR GOAL

Our ultimate goal is to grow, expand, and seize future opportunities to create a sustainable and green future. We believe in the power of composting to change the world—one bucket at a time.