Our Certifications

This is a program of the Costa Rican Tourism Institute (ICT), designed to differentiate tourism companies according to the degree to which its operations approach a model of sustainability in the management of natural, cultural and social resources.

The Costa Rican Tourism Board promotes a wholesome tourism development, with the purpose of improving Costa Ricans quality of life, by maintaining a balance between the economic and social boundaries, environmental protection, culture, and facilities.

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The Costa Rican Code of Conduct is an initiative set up to protect children from sexual exploitation in travel and tourism. Developed as a project of the national tourism industry represented by the Association of Tour Operators and the Association of Professionals in Tourism, in partnership with the civil society represented by PANIAMOR also acting as the coordinating agency.

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The Code of Conduct for the Protection of Children from Sexual Exploitation in Travel and Tourism is an industry-driven initiative with the mission to provide awareness, tools and support to the tourism industry to prevent the sexual exploitation of children.

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Founded in 2012, the Monteverde Community Fund is a philanthropic organization that unites diverse resources, stakeholders and strategies to promote sustainability initiatives in the Monteverde region and its surrounding communities. Registered as a non-profit membership association in Costa Rica, our model reflects that of many community foundations found throughout North America, Europe and Africa.

Our founding members which represent the public, private and non-governmental sectors, support local entities who propose innovative and constructive solutions to emerging environmental, social and economic challenges within the region.

We fundraise in order to support local projects, we provide technical assistance to community groups and organizations, and we encourage networking between entities at different levels. Our flagship initiative, the Monteverde Traveler’s Philanthropy Program, unites a network of tourism companies around the destination to raise funds for community-defined priorities such as the Bellbird Biological Corridor and the Monteverde Human Development Plan.

How can I help?

You can find more information about our community programs and services online at www.monteverdefund.org, including ways you can donate directly to our Small Grants Program.