The district of Daniel Flores Zavaleta faces limited local economic development, with few formal employment opportunities and insufficient technical support for entrepreneurship. These challenges restrict families' ability to generate sustainable income.Despite being located in Pérez Zeledón, an area with significant tourism potential, the lack of structured business linkages and limited promotion of local heritage have held back the community's socioeconomic and productive development.

In response to these challenges, the program transformed a community-driven idea into a vibrant tourism and commercial experience through the participatory development of a Community-Based Tourism Route.The route features a series of themed stops showcasing the area's most significant historical, cultural, and natural attractions.This effort was complemented by the creation of a strong destination brand identity, a presence across digital channels, and the development of the official mythical character, "Zavito Zavaleta." These elements were designed to enhance the destination's appeal and share the community's story with both domestic and international visitors.The program also delivered tangible improvements through three upgrades to community infrastructure and the successful launch of the route's first official edition.This achievement was made possible through collaboration among multiple stakeholders, including the community, organized through its Community Development Association (ADI); the private sector, with support from Cargill; and key public institutions such as SINAC, CONAPDIS, ICE, INS, and the Municipality of Pérez Zeledón.Together, these partners have established a collaborative impact ecosystem with the potential to grow and become more professional in the coming years.