In alliance with Demain Foundation, the Costa Rican organization ProParques ProParques consolidated during 2025 a year of major progress in environmental conservation, ecological restoration, accessibility, and climate action. From the strengthening of protected wild areas to the training of communities and forest firefighters, the projects implemented reflect a comprehensive commitment to nature and the people who protect it.
Environmental management for the future
Thanks to the support of Demain Foundation and multiple national and international allies, ProParques led important projects together with key institutions such as SINAC, Asociación Costa Rica por Siempre, WWF, Fundación UCR and the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives, among others.
Among the main achievements are:
| Project / Initiative | 2025 Impact |
|---|---|
| Plastic Caps Campaign | 55 tons of plastic collected, 10 new collection points |
| Environmental Volunteer | 1,947 volunteers in 58 workdays |
| Ecological Restoration (Cipancí) | 20.7 hectares rehabilitated |
| Mujeres Bomberas Forestales | 30 women trained |
| Misiones Humanitarias a Canadá | 201 forest firefighters deployed |
| Education and Monitoring Programs | +173 people trained in environmental management |
Recognitions and new horizons
During 2025, ProParques was recognized by Asociación Costa Rica por Siempre for its outstanding work in conservation and obtained second place in the “Actions that Inspire” contest “Acciones que Inspiran” by Credomatic, in the environmental category.
In addition, the organization was awarded the Blue Flag Ecological distinction (Climate Change category) with four white stars, one green, and one silver, reaffirming its leadership in sustainability.
Demain Foundation is proud to accompany ProParques in its work toward a healthier, fairer, and more inclusive planet. Through strategic partnerships, environmental innovation, and citizen participation, Costa Rica demonstrates that conservation is also a way of caring for the future.