Our Programs
Forest Path Scholarship Program
At Forest Path, we believe that deep healing and spiritual transformation should be accessible to all, regardless of financial circumstances. The call to sacred medicine is not bound by wealth, and we honour the wisdom of reciprocity—giving and receiving in harmony with the greater whole.
Through our Scholarship Program, we offer full and partial scholarships to those who feel called to walk this path but may not have the financial means to do so. We prioritise individuals from underserved communities, those in genuine financial hardship, and those dedicated to integrating the healing they receive in service to their communities.
If you feel deeply called to participate in one of our offerings but require financial assistance, we invite you to apply below.
Apply for a Scholarship
Scholarships are awarded based on need, intention, and alignment with the values of Forest Path. We ask applicants to share their story with honesty and clarity, as well as how they intend to honour the healing they receive. While we cannot guarantee full coverage for all, we strive to support as many as possible.
Support the Scholarship Fund
For those who have been touched by this Path and wish to support others in walking it, we welcome donations to our Scholarship Fund. Your contribution helps provide access to profound healing experiences for those in need, fostering a more inclusive and interconnected community.
Every donation, whether large or small, is a gift that ripples outward, touching lives in ways that cannot always be measured but are always deeply felt.
Casa Floresta is proud to sponsor and partner with Water 4 Life and their partner project Atitlán Water Protectors to create more awareness around lake health and waste water management practices through offering monthly donations towards their initiatives.
Guatemala’s ecosystems are facing a critical threat due to water contamination, endangering the country’s ecology. Much of the country lacks proper sanitation and greywater treatment systems, leading to water-borne illnesses and a toxic environment. Guatemala requires immediate and coordinated action to avert an ecosystem collapse and ensure the well-being of its indigenous communities.
Water 4 Life's vision is nothing less than the availability of clean drinking water that is easily accessible and maintained for all communities. Our mission is to provide Guatemala with a healthy and sustainable future, starting with clean water.
Water 4 Life Global
Lake Atitlán is considered to be one of the most beautiful places in the world. This breathtaking crater lake is surrounded by 3 volcanoes, home to a dozen Mayan communities, multiple native languages, vibrant textile designs, ancient stories, and incredible diversity of birds and trees.
But the lake is dying. Since 2009, Lake Atitlán has been considered a contaminated water source. The lake ecosystem is in a downward spiral. With the lack of proper wastewater management infrastructure, untreated grey and blackwater from every village funnels through pipes that feed directly into the lake. As population and tourism continues to rise, this problem is only getting worse.
The lake also suffers from toxic runoff from pesticides and fertilizers used on surrounding farms. The excess of nutrients causes an explosion of cyanobacteria and algae blooms.
The once healthy and lively lake is now devoid of fish and other lake critters. Many people report getting sick after swimming in the lake, and it’s now a contaminated source of drinking water for many local families.
