150+
Orphans supported with uniforms, shoes, and school essentials
We help orphans return to school by providing uniforms, shoes, and basic learning materials restoring confidence, dignity, and the chance to build brighter futures.
Our Impact
OUR WORLD IS RAPIDLY CHANGING. COMMUNITIES NEED SUPPORT MORE THAN EVER
As poverty, educational barriers, and financial instability continue to impact underserved families, communities face greater challenges in accessing basic needs, schooling, and long-term stability.
AKAFI works hand-in-hand with local communities to meet immediate needs and create sustainable support systems. By adapting our programs to the unique strengths and realities of each region, we ensure that no child, widow, or family is left behind on their journey toward dignity and opportunity.
Our Impact at a Glance
1,700+
Women empowered through community gardens
Through community gardens, women receive seeds, fertilizers, and farming tools that help them grow food, support their families, and build financial independence.
100+
Widows supported with micro-grants and small-business tools
Our Widows Empowerment Fund provides small grants that allow widows to launch small businesses, stabilize their households, and rebuild their lives with dignity.
7,000+
Seed packets distributed to families to improve nutrition
Seed distribution programs strengthen food security, improve household nutrition, and reduce financial strain for families across underserved communities.
3+
Major programs active across The Gambia
AKAFI’s three core programs work together to create long-term transformation empowering families, fostering independence, and inspiring lasting change.
Our Impact at a Glance
450+
orphans supported with school uniforms, shoes, and school supplies.
We help orphans regain stability and confidence by providing school uniforms, shoes, and essential learning materials. Our support restores dignity, encourages children to stay in school, and gives them a sense of belonging at a time when they need hope the most.
3850+
women empowered through 17 community garden programs
We work closely with communities to create sustainable gardens that provide fresh vegetables, income, and independence for women and families. By equipping them with seeds, fertilizers, and tools, each garden becomes a long-term solution that strengthens both households and entire communities.
30000+
seed packets distributed to strengthen food security
Helping children access education is one of our core commitments. AKAFI ensures students have the resources they need to succeed, from uniforms to school supplies. We also raise awareness on the importance of education, breaking the cycle of poverty one child at a time.
100+
Widows equipped with micro-grants to start small business
Our empowerment programs are designed to meet the evolving needs of widows and women who are striving for self-reliance. By listening to their stories and understanding their challenges, we provide personalized support through micro-grants, skills training, and income-building opportunities.
17
Community gardens served across The Gambia
We partner directly with local leaders and families—each bringing unique traditions, strengths, and needs. Together, we develop solutions that last. Whether supporting agriculture, education, or small businesses, we work hand-in-hand with communities to create meaningful and sustainable change.
10,000+
Community members including children and families reached through AKAFI programs
They say it takes a village AKAFI’s village spans both The Gambia and the United States. Supporters, volunteers, and families come together with one goal: empowering those who need it most. Every contribution strengthens our ability to provide education, resources, and hope.
Faces of Impact
Faces of Impact
Faces of Impact
A child’s confidence restored
New uniforms and shoes help orphans walk into school with dignity, feeling seen, supported, and ready to learn.
A mother growing her future
Community gardens provide women with the tools to feed their families and earn reliable income through fresh produce.
A widow rebuilding her life
Small business grants give widows the opportunity to provide stability for their children and regain financial independence.
A community strengthened through hope
Every seed, every grant, every uniform creates a ripple of progress that uplifts entire neighborhoods for years to come.
About Our Work
At AKAFI, we stay committed to uplifting underserved communities through education, empowerment, and sustainable development. Guided by our mission to support orphans, widows, and families, we design programs tailored to real needs, cultures, and priorities.
No two communities are the same which is why every AKAFI initiative is built with compassion, transparency, and long-term impact at its core.