LET'S RESCUE COCHINEAL DYE MEXICO

LET'S RESCUE COCHINEAL DYE MEXICO!

The Nocheztlicalli – (The House of the Cochineal Dye) located just 5 minutes from Oaxaca City, Mexico, is a sanctuary of tradition, art, and ecological education. For over 50 years, we’ve empowered women, artisans, and farmers, rescued ancient dyeing techniques, and inspired and inspired more than 250,000 visitors through our dedication to the preservation and innovation of natural dyes.

Now, more than ever, we need your support to keep this cultural and ecological legacy alive.

Why We Need You:

In recent years, we have faced significant challenges:

• Visitor numbers have dropped dramatically, impacting our ability to sustain the museum's daily operations.

• We receive no government funding, making us fully reliant on self-generated income from tours and the sale of natural dyes.

• Maintaining the delicate ecosystem that sustains cochineal insect and its habitat requires continuous effort and resources.

To overcome these obstacles and continue our mission, we aim to raise $8,000 USD to:

1. Revitalize the Nopal Orchard (40%):

o Prune and replant our 40-year-old cacti.

o Prepare the land to expand the orchard and ensure the sustainability of the cochineal insect habitat.

2. Enhance the Dyeing Area (30%):

o Remodel the workshop to create a safer, better-equipped space for natural dyeing processes.

3. Acquire a Stereoscopic Microscope (30%):

o Introduce a new educational tool to help visitors, especially children and students, explore the fascinating micro-world of the cochinilla insect.

Your Impact:

By donating, you’ll help us preserve the art, science, and culture of natural dyes for future generations, providing children, students, and the community with a unique learning experience about this extraordinary insect and its vibrant colors.

Join Our Campaign!

Every contribution matters. Together, we can sustain this vital space of education and culture, honoring the rich legacy of the grana cochinilla.

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• Visit our website for updates.

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Donate today. Small actions create big changes. Thank you!

¡Ayúdanos a preservar la tradición de la grana cochinilla!

Tu valiosa contribución permitirá mantener viva esta ancestral práctica que da vida a los colores más auténticos y naturales, mientras promovemos su conocimiento y cuidado.

Con los fondos recaudados:

Mejoraremos las instalaciones de nuestra granja, asegurando un entorno óptimo para el cultivo de la grana cochinilla fina del nopal.

Adquiriremos un microscopio que enriquecerá la experiencia didáctica del museo, ofreciendo una ventana única al mundo microscópico de este fascinante insecto.

Cada aporte cuenta para conservar esta herencia cultural y educativa. ¡Únete a nuestra causa y sé parte de esta transformación!

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Compartamos juntos la riqueza de nuestras raíces y cuidemos el legado para las futuras generaciones. ❤️