GOODWILLINGNESS is a compilation of Costa Rica’s top initiatives, projects, and programs that aim to make our world a better place.
GOODWILLINGNESS can help you quickly and easily identify the tour operators, attractions, accommodations, transportation service providers, and restaurants in Costa Rica that share your values and interests, so you know who to connect with to support the causes you believe in, and how to use your Costa Rica vacation to create tangible change.
Responsibility today.
Possibility tomorrow.
Goodwill
Friendly, helpful, or cooperative feelings or attitude.
Learn how individuals, groups, and businesses in Costa Rica are working to make travel experiences–and our world–better.
Willingness
The quality or state of being prepared to do something; readiness.
Discover easy (and affordable!) ways that you can use your Costa Rica vacation for good
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What’s worth saving
There’s a lot to love about Costa Rica, and a lot that stands to benefit from our care and conservation.
Costa Rican residents
Species of plants and animals
Protected land and marine areas
Unique lifezones (ecosystems)
Waterfalls
Destinations
Culture
Forests
Mountains
Birds
Volcanoes
Rivers
Oceans
Wildlife
…and so much more
Putting theory into practice
How individuals, groups, and businesses in Costa Rica are making a difference
GOODWILLINGNESS considers the following 17 factors in its evaluation of change:
Environmental Sustainability Practices
Recycling/reusing items, the use of renewable energy, the development of wastewater management systems, the practice of permaculture, etc.
Land Conservation & Reforestation
Planting trees, growing seedlings, purchasing land to prevent deforestation, land conservation, etc.
Support for Avifauna
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Support for Wildlife
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Support for Marine Life
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Monetary Donations
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Time Donations
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Resource Donations
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Inclusivity Practice
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Diversity Promotion
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Anti-Hate Activism
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National & International Collaboration
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Education, Awareness, & Training
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Government Certification (CST)
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Employment Opportunities & Economic Growth
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Community Outreach & Support
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Acts of Kindness & Other Demonstrations of Goodwill
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