Guatemala Origin Trip 2026: Agenda and FAQs
The story behind this trip is rooted in connections—truly what specialty coffee is all about. In February 2020, I volunteered with a USAID-funded venture called Farmer to Farmer, which recruited me as a coffee subject-matter expert to support Chica Bean in the process of opening their retail cafe space. I traveled there where I met (and subsequently fell in love with) the entire Chica Bean team, including Dona Maritza, whose farm we'll visit on this trip. A couple of years later, I returned with a Higher Grounds colleague (shout out to Karin!) to help Chica Bean with improving some of their roastery and production systems, and now I have an incredible friendship with the people behind this amazing company. With organizational support from Nick of Good Impacts and Abbi of Chica Bean, I’m thrilled to present the coffee-loving public with an opportunity to dive deeper into the story of coffee, guided by folks who truly love what they do. It’s in perfect alignment with Higher Grounds’ tagline: Exceptional coffee from a world of good friends. I can't wait to travel with you!
--Jennifer
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Dates: February 8-13, 2026
Total cost: $1400 ($500 deposit to reserve your spot)
This origin trip is a joint effort coordinated by the HG Coffee Learning Lab, Good Impacts, and Chica Bean.
Spots are limited, but you can reserve your place today with a $500 deposit. The remaining balance will be due by January 1. Once you have paid the deposit, you will receive a registration form, instructions for paying the balance, and additional information via email.