Empowering Rural Entrepreneurs in Spain

Imagine a world where women entrepreneurs in rural Spain have the support they need to transform their communities. Where talent isn’t held back by limited resources or lack of funding.

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14 Real Women, 1 Real Impact

Across rural Spain, there are places where time stands still—where storefronts close, schools go quiet, and dreams seem to drift away. This is the reality of la España vacía, where nearly half of all municipalities are at risk of disappearing.

But at Tara for Women, we choose to see something else: possibility.

In the heart of these quiet towns, 14 extraordinary women are planting the seeds of revival.

From Cáceres to Toledo, each of them leads a project rooted in tradition, innovation, and a deep love for their land. With the right support, these women are:

Creating local jobs and breathing new life into rural economies
Building sustainable businesses that honor the environment and fuel the circular economy
Preserving ancestral knowledge and celebrating cultural identity
Offering real alternatives to rural exodus by making staying a powerful choice

This is how communities come back to life—with courage, connection, and the spark of a single idea, proving that geography should never limit the size of a woman’s dream.

Because when she rises, hope rises with her, and entire villages begin to dream again.

Meet the Entrepreneurs

Lucy – El Escorpión y La Rana

Villanueva de la Vera, Cáceres
A yoga and wellness retreat center offering transformational classes, workshops, and events to promote physical, emotional, and spiritual healing.
Renata Gutiérrez – Toroiddo

Villanueva de la Vera, Cáceres
Creator of the Toroiddo method, using a unique device to enhance physical and mental well-being, especially for people with diverse needs.
Alma María – Partocherie

Villanueva de la Vera, Cáceres
A gourmet shop and café blending local culture with artisanal food, offering a meeting point for community and visitors alike.
Tamara Rodríguez – Huerto del Sol

Villanueva de la Vera, Cáceres
An organic grocery store promoting local agriculture, ecological cosmetics, and sustainable living.
Faiza Hajji – Yorgut.es

Villanueva de la Vera, Cáceres
Probiotic goat yogurt made from an endangered breed, combining gut health, biodiversity conservation, and regenerative farming.
Piluca – La Tejea

El Real de San Vicente, Toledo
A jam-making company creating artisanal products while generating rural employment and preserving local traditions.
Esthefania – Bar Restaurante El Encuentro

Villanueva de la Vera, Cáceres
A café-bar offering healthy food and cultural activities, aiming to create a vibrant meeting point for the town.
Silvia – Nutrevera

Villanueva de la Vera, Cáceres
Healthy, local meals prepared from organic farm products, promoting better gut health and sustainable eating.
Alejandra – La Polita

Tamajón, Guadalajara
An agroecological project combining cheesemaking, preserves, organic farming, and wool craft, strengthening circular rural economies.
Raquel Serrano – Casa Liverata

Villanueva de la Vera, Cáceres
A cultural center fostering creativity, science, and arts through workshops, exhibitions, and community events.
Alba – Alba Bioarquitectura

El Real de San Vicente, Toledo
Architecture studio focused on ecological, sustainable building using traditional and natural techniques.
Mónica Bujalance – Arquitectura Verata 2.0

Villanueva de la Vera, Cáceres
Reviving traditional sustainable architecture through construction, consultancy, education, and artistic projects.
Ainhoa – The Human Project

Villanueva de la Vera, Cáceres
A multidisciplinary project combining regenerative bioeconomy, social restoration, and community building through nature-based experiences.
Pía – No Pink No Blue

Villanueva de la Vera, Cáceres
A gender-neutral children’s clothing brand using organic materials to promote freedom of expression and sustainability.

We believe in each one

RURAL ROOTS, BOLD FUTURES

Over the past months, we’ve met with each entrepreneur to deeply understand their dreams, challenges, and the everyday realities of building a business in rural Spain. Here’s how we’re walking alongside them:

Direct Economic Support:

From covering their self-employment fees to funding essential materials, advertising, and specialized workshops—our goal is to reduce the financial barriers that hold women back from growing their businesses.

Group Training & Community

Through collective workshops, they’re building skills—and a sisterhood. These sessions are practical, empowering, and designed to solve real-world business challenges. Together, they work on key areas like marketing, finance, branding, digital strategy, and more.

Mentorship & Personalized Guidance

Each woman is paired with a mentor who provides tailored, one-on-one support.

Meet the mentors supporting this program

Because behind every successful entrepreneur is a strong support system.

We believe mentorship is just as important as funding. This program is about pairing passionate rural women with trailblazing mentors to empower women and turn rural Spain into a place of innovation.