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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A team of talented young gardeners work in the school garden seven days a week, battling a challenging climate and unreliable water supply, to produce fruit and veg all year round. Help fund a life changing water tower.
For schools

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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.

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.
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Work continues to support local communities in Freetown

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In Freetown, Sierra Leone, people are coming together to fight Coronavirus, 'the common enemy'. Bread and Water for Africa UK and We Are the Future are providing emergency food and water supplies to stranded communities.
What lessons from previous crisis can Africa apply to COVID-19?

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Join thousands of people for the 2.6 Challenge and raise money for Bread and Water for Africa UK

Join thousands of people across the UK this Sunday, 26 April 2020 to raise desperately needed funds for your favourite charity.
How are African governments responding to COVID19?

While the numbers remain low, communities and governments in Africa are bracing for the worst, with different levels of preparedness.

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