Our impact

Annual Report 2018

Over the years:

We’ve helped put 6,581 children through school;
We've supported over 2,440 orphaned, abandoned or street children find a safe and loving place to live;
We've provided over 2 million meals to malnourished children;
We've trained 2,439 adults learn skills in agriculture, vocational training, teaching and nursing;
We've provided clean drinking water to 69,785 people;
We've given 750,950 people access to healthcare services.

“We are so grateful for the help provided by Bread and Water for Africa UK and all their generous donors. We couldn't be where we are today without their support. We ask you to please continue supporting us so we can keep taking care of these children."

-- Ansella, social worker, Lewa Children's Home, Kenya

See how we've grown!

In 2004, a seed was sown...

Today, we have helped 18 community based organisations in 11 countries become more sustainable.

18 communities

11 countries

Putting mental health on the map in Kenya

One of the wonderful projects that changes lives thanks to your support: the Kamili Organisation in Kenya.

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Urgent need for school uniforms for 100 children

Right now, in Kenya, only 20% of children are able to finish primary school as most families cannot afford the school fees and additional costs of education. We are asking for your urgent help to buy 100 children a precious school uniform, and vital books and stationary they need in time for the start of school.
Nicholas Lowton retirement gift

As Revd Nicholas Lowton retires, we're saying thank you to him by making a gift to the Kamili Organisation, a Kenyan mental health project close to his heart.
Announcing an exciting new partnership

We are absolutely thrilled to announce the launch of our new partnership with Arena Flowers, the UK's No. 1 ethical florist.
Community gardens to promote food security

In this article we provide you with a short insight into food insecurity, its impact on diets and health and an overview of the evidence on community gardens and their effectiveness in reducing food insecurity.

Announcing an exciting new partnership

We are absolutely thrilled to announce the launch of our new partnership with Arena Flowers, the UK's No. 1 ethical florist.
Introducing our new Trustees

Towards the end of 2020 we welcomed four new members to our trustee board. Each one of them bringing expertise in different areas relevant to our work. Here's a bit more about them...
Our tree of hope - filled with 502 stockings

It hasn't been an easy year for small charities trying to raise vital funds for those less fortunate than us. But our Tree of Hope provides a little sparkle of much needed hope for children in Africa. Thank you for sending in your stocking gifts and Merry Christmas from all at BWAUK!
Meet Our New CEO

We are thrilled to welcome and introduce you to our new CEO Ruby Glasspool. Ruby introduces herself, talks about her background working in the television industry and her extensive experience working for charities. She talks about how she will use her skills in management, coordination and leadership to support BWAs projects, her hopes and dreams for the organisation as well as the challenges we will have to face.
COVID-19 in Africa: Understanding the Virus in a local context.

Jonathan Conway explores how COVID-19 behaves across the African continent, providing reference to scientific explanations and future research implications. Part 1 of 3
COVID-19 in Africa: The impact of lockdown.

Jonathan Conway provides a deeper insight into the dramatic impact lockdown measures impose on many African countries. Part 2 of 3
COVID-19 in Africa: What lessons can be learnt from the Global pandemic?

Jonathan Conway creates an overview of the impact COVID-19 imposes on Africa as a whole continent. He explores issues ranging from variations in response strategies between countries, inaccurate data handling, misinformation and implications of lockdown measures. Part 3 of 3
Nothing stops Kamili

Despite the difficulties created by COVID-19 and the cancellation of their main fundraising event, nothing can stop Kamili organisation from supporting mental health patients.
You travel so we can eat

We are delighted to announce a brand new partnership with a travel agency that makes a difference! Travel the world and give back to communities in need.
Opportunities for more responsible tourism and volunteering after COVID-19

David Randall explores some positive outcomes that COVID-19 might have on creating a more sustainable and ethical tourism industry in Sierra Leone and how volunteering can support this.

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Our UK team
Who we are

We build real, lasting solutions to local problems.
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Urgent need for school uniforms for 100 children

Right now, in Kenya, only 20% of children are able to finish primary school as most families cannot afford the school fees and additional costs of education. We are asking for your urgent help to buy 100 children a precious school uniform, and vital books and stationary they need in time for the start of school.
Lewa Children's Home

The Lewa Children's Home has raised hundreds of orphaned and abandoned children throughout the years
Volunteer in Africa

Embark on a journey with us that will impact your life and the lives of many others.
Sierra Leone

We Are The Future, Freetown, Sierra Leone
Our approach

We work with grassroots organisations so they can better serve their communities, work more creatively and more efficiently and become central actors of their own development.
Our impact

Bread and Water for Africa UK has already helped over 380,000 people access education, healthcare and nutrition.
Education

We work to help the poorest communities in Africa send their children to school.

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Run, cycle, or host an event; there are many ways you can make a real difference. Read more

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Your gift goes a long way in Africa – especially for our community-based partners where a little bit can mean a life-changing difference for the people they serve. Read more

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