Helping women know their value

Baja-Lato is a gelato shop owned, managed, and operated by local women in La Misión, Mexico.

BAJA-LATO Gelato Shop Logo

LATEST UPDATE: We're fully funded! Thank you for all who donated to get this gelato shop started :) Watch the update video below...

Here's the progress so far:

  • Buy container

  • Build foundation

  • Container delivery

  • Painting: prime container

  • Cut windows and doors

  • Buy gelato display case freezer

  • Hire mover to move gelato display case from US to Mexico

  • Gelato display case arrives

Coming up this week:

  • Fabricate & install door and windows

  • Run electrical

  • Add Insulation

  • Install drywall

  • Purchase appliances

  • Install sink, refrigerator and chest freezer

The shop's mission is to help women see their value in this world and become self-sufficient community leaders, who set examples to their children of how to work hard at a dignified job.

New container in place
Women buying the container

Baja-Lato is located at the entrance to wine country: a popular stopping spot for cyclists, tourists, and locals.The idea for Baja-Lato came as an extension of a business training program for local women facilitated by Be2Live. After a year of development mentoring, the opportunity to start a business presented itself!

Foundation of the gelato shop
Checking out the container

In partnership with

Be2Live