StoveTeam International

StoveTeam International A gift to StoveTeam transforms kitchens from places of sickness into places of sustenance, where families can come together safely for years to come.

StoveTeam International's mission is to partner with local communities to deliver and sustain clean cookstove solutions that improve health, protect the environmnet, and ignite lasting change. Each $50 Ecocina or $100 Justa cookstove saves an average family of almost 8 people from the dangers of smoke. Each stove also helps an entrepreneur in Latin America to grow their business, supports a local

economy and provides jobs where they are needed most. Each Justa cookstove also prevents up to 15 tons of CO2 from entering the atmosphere, equivalent to the average American’s entire yearly carbon footprint.

We are thrilled to welcome Steffanie Rivas Sorrells to the StoveTeam Board of Directors!Steffanie first became involved ...
05/27/2026

We are thrilled to welcome Steffanie Rivas Sorrells to the StoveTeam Board of Directors!

Steffanie first became involved with StoveTeam several years ago through Rotary, driven by a passion for supporting our mission. Her dedication and leadership led to a connection with the Rotary Club of Retalhuleu, creating a strong and lasting partnership that ultimately enabled StoveTeam to establish a permanent presence in the region.

Since then, Steffanie has continued to champion StoveTeam’s work through fundraising efforts, support from her Rotary club, and as a Rotary ambassador who has helped share our mission with additional clubs throughout her district. Her advocacy and enthusiasm have expanded awareness of our work and strengthened our network of supporters.

Steffanie serves on multiple nonprofit boards and fundraising committees, where she champions causes that improve the lives of those in need. We are honored to have her passion, experience, and commitment to help guide StoveTeam’s future.

On cold mornings in Quiché, Guatemala, families gather around their Justa stove, sharing warmth and time together before...
05/26/2026

On cold mornings in Quiché, Guatemala, families gather around their Justa stove, sharing warmth and time together before their day begins. During her visit, Waleska was honored to see how these stoves have become such an important part of daily life in so many homes. More than just a stove, each one helps create a safer, healthier space where families can connect and make memories together.

In Totonicapán, Guatemala, families rely on firewood every day to prepare meals and care for one another. But gathering ...
05/22/2026

In Totonicapán, Guatemala, families rely on firewood every day to prepare meals and care for one another. But gathering wood is exhausting work, and smoke from open cooking fires fills homes with harmful pollution that impacts the health of mothers and children most.

The communities of Totonicapán are working hard to protect their forests through conservation, reforestation, and sustainable resource management, and we are honored to support those efforts.

By helping provide fuel-efficient Justa Stoves, we can reduce the amount of firewood families need, improve air quality inside homes, and help preserve the forests these communities depend on for future generations.

A single stove can transform a home. Your generosity can help transform an entire community. https://www.stoveteam.org/donate

Recently, Waleska and Jose completed a trip to Nebaj, where they visited the stoves installed in 2024 through a Rotary p...
05/19/2026

Recently, Waleska and Jose completed a trip to Nebaj, where they visited the stoves installed in 2024 through a Rotary project led by the Palo Alto Rotary Club in California.

During their visit, they were welcomed by Manuela, who generously agreed to serve as their translator throughout the trip. Many of the families in the communities they visited primarily speak Ixil, making Manuela’s support essential in helping foster meaningful conversations and connections.

Throughout the visit, Waleska had the privilege of hearing Manuela’s story and learning more about her community through her perspective. Manuela is a single mother who works tirelessly each day to provide for her son. From Monday through Friday, she wakes up at 4 a.m. to begin preparing meals for more than 100 children at a local school before continuing with the many responsibilities of her day.

Even while helping during her days off, Manuela never complained about the long hours, the intense heat, or the nearly 10 kilometers walked each day between communities. Instead, she met every challenge with positivity, strength, and generosity. Her commitment to her community and her willingness to help others made this trip possible and reminded us that the true impact of this work comes from the people who walk alongside us.

We are excited to share more stories from this trip in the coming days. The families Waleska and Jose visited expressed deep gratitude for their stoves and shared that they continue to use them every day. Hearing their stories and seeing the lasting impact of these projects firsthand was a powerful reminder of why our work matters and how transformative a new stove can be for a family.

Doña Ceferina Agustina Yáx Yáx, 85, from Chiyax, Totonicapán, has spent her life cooking over an open fire.In 2024, with...
05/15/2026

Doña Ceferina Agustina Yáx Yáx, 85, from Chiyax, Totonicapán, has spent her life cooking over an open fire.

In 2024, with support from EcoLogic Development Fund, StoveTeam International installed an improved Justa cookstove in her home. Today, it is used every day and is clearly well-loved.

After years of use, her stove now needs minor repairs. Through StoveTeam’s Enhanced Monitoring & Restoration program, we can restore it and extend its impact for years to come.

For Ceferina, this stove means dignity, comfort, and a healthier home. Your donation this month will help us continue this important work—building stoves for families in Totonicapán and restoring the beloved stoves that have become essential to everyday life. https://www.stoveteam.org/donate

This Mother’s Day, we were grateful to celebrate an incredible member of our Guatemala team — Sandra, the only mother on...
05/14/2026

This Mother’s Day, we were grateful to celebrate an incredible member of our Guatemala team — Sandra, the only mother on our team and our wonderful House Manager in Retalhuleu. Since joining us this spring, Sandra has become an essential part of our daily operations and team environment.

Through the care and attention she puts into managing the builders’ home and preparing meals during long workdays, Sandra helps create a welcoming and supportive space for our team while they work in the community. Her dedication, kindness, and hard work make a meaningful impact every day.

We are so thankful for Sandra and all that she does for our team. Happy Mother’s Day, Sandra! 💐

05/11/2026

We are extremely proud of what we have accomplished so far and the positive impact we have made in communities and homes like Virginia’s. There is still more work to be done, and many families in need, and we remain committed to supporting mothers as they create safer homes where their families can grow and thrive.

Your support of our Spring Campaign will help us continue this important work. Together, we can help more mothers like Virginia in Totonicapán create safer, healthier homes for their families and build brighter futures for their communities. https://www.stoveteam.org/donate

We’d like to wish you and your family a very Happy Mother’s Day! Thank you for supporting our work and helping mothers a...
05/10/2026

We’d like to wish you and your family a very Happy Mother’s Day! Thank you for supporting our work and helping mothers across Central America create safer, healthier homes for themselves and their families.

This Mother’s Day, you can extend this gift to another mother in need by making a donation that helps bring safer cooking solutions to even more families. https://www.stoveteam.org/donate

We hope you have a beautiful day celebrating all of the mothers and mother figures in your life!

Doña Florinda Dominga Par Tzic lives just outside Pacapox, Totonicapán, and received her stove in 2024. She supports her...
05/05/2026

Doña Florinda Dominga Par Tzic lives just outside Pacapox, Totonicapán, and received her stove in 2024. She supports her family by tending a herd of sheep in the nearby mountains and recently shared how much her new stove has improved her daily life.

“I love my stove…I like to prepare tamalitos, tortillas, and many other meals. It saves me time and allows me to take care of my sheep and earn money to support my family.”

With deep gratitude, Doña Florinda thanked the local leaders, builders, and donors who made these improvements possible in her community. This Mother’s Day, she shared a simple but powerful wish— that more families can receive a cookstove, a change that has meant so much to her, and one that many others are still waiting for. Your donation today helps us honor Doña Florinda's wish and continue building stoves for families in Totonicapán. https://www.stoveteam.org/donate

Our Guatemala team recently completed safety and first responder training, equipping them with the skills and confidence...
04/23/2026

Our Guatemala team recently completed safety and first responder training, equipping them with the skills and confidence to handle emergencies they may encounter in the field. This training reinforces our commitment to safety and preparedness, and our team learned a lot while also enjoying some team-building fun along the way.

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