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Children in Yemen thanking Swiss donors

Published : July 22, 2022

Finally !

For weeks we have been preparing a way to communicate our gratitude to our Swiss donors. People from various cantons, Zug, Zurich, Aargau, Geneva, Bern have been willing to support our cause! The children in the video are thanking the team in Switzerland, saying “Shukran Y30” since we have provided them with the funds. However, all thanks are due to each and every one of the 144 Swiss donors who helped us reach this goal!

Thanks to your generous support we have not only been able to plant 300 trees as the sign shows but 500 thanks to the drizzle rain! The second video shows a farmer that has planted a few new coffee trees hoping that they will survive.

As we showed you two weeks ago, we have also been able to encourage local farmers to build their personal little water basins. We have already built 3 but we aim for 15 in the future so that numerous farmers can face future droughts.

Of course, we will be keeping you up to date and informing you about news on the ground.
Yours sincerely,

Y30 Team

This special celebration was more than just raising a cup; it was a journey of discovery, tracing the story that begins with a tiny bean nurtured in fertile mountain soil and ends with a cup that carries joy, inspiration, and community.

 

Under the theme “The Magical Journey… From Bean to Cup,” the event highlighted coffee as a global symbol of unity — a bridge connecting cultures, stories, and people across continents.

 

Each coffee bean represents dedication, craftsmanship, and passion — from the farmer’s care to the barista’s artistry.

 

One of the event’s most memorable moments was the engaging presence of barista and coffee expert Ammar Al-Ahlasi, who filled the room with enthusiasm and the irresistible aroma of freshly brewed coffee.

 

He came not just to serve coffee, but to share knowledge and unveil the secrets behind this enchanting beverage.

 

Ammar emphasized that brewing coffee is both an art and a ritual — from choosing the right grind size to controlling the water temperature and mastering the pouring technique. Every detail matters.

 

Each drop of water that touches the ground extracts not just flavor, but also a story, a feeling, and a sense of connection — creating a cup that nourishes the soul as much as the senses.

 

In closing, the Y30closing, the Y30 Association, in collaboration with the Y30 Institute, affirmed that this event was more than just a celebration — it was a heartfelt tribute to the timeless values that coffee embodies: dedication, creativity, and human connection.

 

Every cup tells a journey — from the earth to the heart — reminding us that coffee is not merely a beverage, but a way of life.