an evolution in help for humans

Beans come in many different varieties . . . . . so do humans!

The name of our organization evolved from the relationship between humans and beans, and human beanz (beings) helping human beanz (beings) by using beans.

Beans are delicious and nutritious. They are a source of high quality protein. When combined with rice, they are a complete protein. Dried beans have a long shelf life, are inexpensive and can be transported easily. Humans can be taught how to grow beans, like the versatile soy bean (and other things) to increase their self sufficiency. For kids, jelly beans can provide a quick source of energy (and fun) in the form of simple carbohydrates.

While our name evolved because of the relationship between humans and beans, we are not just about helping humans by giving them beans (and other things). We are more about teaching people how to grow beans (and other skills). Giving beans to humans leads towards dependency, teaching them how to grow beans leads them towards self-sufficiency.

the basic question

When there is so much need, how should limited resources be allocated?

One answer is: We take care of our family and relatives before we take care of strangers. We take care of the humans in our own community before we take care of the humans in other communities. And we take care of humans in our own Country before we take care of humans in other Countries.

Another answer is: The human with the greatest need takes precedence over the human whose needs are less serious.

Another answer is: Let's create jobs so that humans can take care of themselves.

Our answer: Let's develop more resources! And then let's do careful research to determine the best way to use them.

research and resource development

The challenge with creating jobs is that training must precede a job. General education precedes training. And a child who is unhealthy cannot learn, so health care precedes everything.

Investing in medical clinics and training programs sound like great ideas, but frequently the benefits are hard to measure.

The first step is to develop resources. The next step is to determine the very best way to use these resources. (This is done by careful research.) The last step is to measure the results so that the resources can be allocated efficiently.

At every step, you can imagine how greater resources might make the next step more efficient and more cost effective.

a problem that dwarfs all others

Who is responsible for meeting the needs of the poor, lonely, ill, suffering and displaced ? Should the government help? Should private individuals help? Where will the resources come from?

Our answer: We are responsible! To learn about our strategies for helping humans and developing resources, click here.

building relationships

Relationships are as important as resources. Relationships will be the starting point and the end goal of our work. Through relationships with community leaders, educators, and long-time residents we will help communities set goals of self-reliance that families can achieve by working together.

understanding the culture

Most organizations that assist other countries do not have a presence inside the country. We believe in living within the country we serve in order to learn the culture and create a stronger presence and understanding. We hope to help build pride in local sustainability, and break away the bonds of depending on outside sources for funding and support.

By using local professionals, guides, and skilled labor, we hope to contribute to the economy through direct employment and indirectly through spin-off resource allocation.

humans helping humans

One of our goals is to establish a Mexican non-profit civil association by the name of El Socorro, A.C. (loosely translated, El Socorro means "Helper"). Establishing ourselves in Mexico as a Mexican organization will allow us to build relationships with partnering organizations and their governing bodies, and will make moving food and supplies across the border easier.

about us

We are a private, non-profit organization of humans helping humans. To learn more, click here.

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In Native America, the Iroquois Indians made a casserole of corn, beans and butternut squash.

In Italy, Pasta Fagoli is made by combining white kidney beans with greens and pasta shaped into multi-colored spirals. This pasta dish is flavored with tomatoes and basil.

A popular Caribbean combination is red Carlotta beans and rice.

In China, a typical stir fry contains soy sauce and tofu made from soy beans, and fresh sprouts from the mung bean. Stir frying is an energy efficient way to cook.

The Japanese use Aduki bean paste, rice, nori seaweed and vegetables to prepare sushi.

There is a hot Brazilian black bean dish which also includes vegetables and spices. The spices are pounded in a mortar with a pestle.

In France a very nourishing salad is made with French beans as a base. It is traditionally served with a French peasant bread and vinaigrette salad dressing made with tarragon, olive oil, white wine vinegar, shallots, and Dijon mustard.

Soy beans are the most nutritious legume, important nutritionally as a source of protein, vitamins, and minerals.

In the U.S.A. soy burgers are a delicious alternative to hamburgers.

In the U.S.A., soybeans are primarily grown to feed livestock.

This practice is inefficient in terms of land use, especially in the face of world hunger.

A better strategy is to grow soybeans to feed humans.

If you would like to make a donation of beans (or other non-perishables), click here.