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Why monthly giving makes such a difference

Regular gifts let us sign year-long contracts with teachers and keep emergency stock ready, instead of waiting for the next appeal.

By Freya Larsen · Sep 12, 2025
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A closer look

See where your gift goes

Follow a donation from the receipt in your inbox to a finished well, classroom or food parcel.

Volunteer network
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Transparent reports
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Getting started

How your gift helps

From the moment you give to the photos from the finished project, here is the journey.

Step 1

Choose a cause

Pick the project that matters most to you.

Step 2

Give or volunteer

Donate once, monthly, or give your time.

Step 3

We act locally

Partners on the ground turn support into help.

Step 4

See your impact

Receive updates, photos and our yearly report.

Our people

Meet our team

A small staff and a big volunteer network, keeping overheads to ten cents in every dollar.

Ruby Okafor

Ruby Okafor

Head of Programmes
Lea Harlow

Lea Harlow

Community Partner Lead
Leo Mensah

Leo Mensah

Executive Director
Kenji Whitaker

Kenji Whitaker

Head of Programmes
Diego Alvarez

Diego Alvarez

Field Project Manager

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FAQ

Before you donate or volunteer

Everything you need to know before you start.

How can I volunteer?

Sign up online and we will invite you to an introduction session.

Is my donation tax-deductible?

Yes, and you receive a receipt by email straight away.

How much of my donation goes to projects?

Ninety cents of every dollar goes directly to our programmes.

Can I choose where my money goes?

Yes, you can give to a specific project or where the need is greatest.

Can I cancel a monthly gift?

Of course, at any time, with one click or one call.

Can my company get involved?

We offer matched giving, team volunteering days and partnerships.

Still have questions?Our team is happy to help.
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Our work

Where your support goes

Six programmes, from clean water and schooling to animal rescue, all run with local partners.

Education fund

School kits, trained teachers and repaired classrooms for children who would otherwise miss out.

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Disaster response

Emergency teams deliver water, shelter kits and medical supplies within 72 hours of a disaster.

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Animal rescue

Shelter, vet care and rehoming for abandoned animals, with every adoption followed up after six weeks.

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Join us and make a difference

Give once, start a monthly gift or sign up to volunteer this month.