In 2016, my wife and I bought a home in Placencia, Belize as a vacation spot.  Over time, this place became more than just a retreat; it became our 'home away from home.' We fell in love with Belize, its culture, and most importantly, the communities on the Placencia peninsula—a beautiful 16-mile stretch of land in the southern part of the country. One community, Seine Bight, spoke deeply to our hearts.  As we met the residents, they were friendly people – but clearly the “impoverished” in the area.  Go two miles north or south of Seine Bight, you will find million dollar homes…but in Seine Bight, most still live without basic utilities and even some without running water…and high unemployment.

Seine Bight is an island of poverty in one of the most prosperous areas of the country; but with good people with good hearts…and smiles all day long.

In our desire to help this community, the Lord led us to start Coastal Harvest, a non-profit organization rooted in faith, to benefit the residents and community of Seine Bight.  In 2024, we hosted our first mission team of 35 people.  We know this is only the beginning of what God has in store for us and for Seine Bight. 

- Tripp Amos