Strides for Africa

This year, Strides for Africa has the goal of raising $60,000 to support five clean water and sanitation projects in Ethiopia, Malawi, Tanzania, Sierra Leone, and Liberia. These efforts are guided by local input and focus on sustainable, community-led development.

Doya Gena, Ethiopia – $33,500. Myles, son of our founder, plans to return to his birth community of Doya Gena in 2026. In preparation, Strides for Africa is supporting a clean water project in collaboration with Ethiopian partners who are familiar with local infrastructure and water challenges. Funds will support the assessment and implementation of a reliable water source.

Clean Water Access in Malawi – $10,000. Strides for Africa is initiating its first project in Malawi by funding a shallow borehole well in a rural village. The well is expected to provide consistent access to clean water for households with limited options.

School Water and Sanitation Project in Tanzania – $8,500. This project includes the construction of improved latrines and a basic clean water system at a primary school. The goal is to improve hygiene conditions and support safer daily routines for students and teachers.

Kabala, Sierra Leone – $4,000. A new water point will be installed near a school in Kabala to serve students and nearby households. Community partners have identified this location as a high-priority site due to limited existing water access.

Nimba County, Liberia – $4,000. Funds will support the installation of a hand pump well at a school site in Nimba County. The project is intended to address water-related challenges for both students and families in the surrounding area.

Each of these initiatives is designed in partnership with local organizations, with an emphasis on lasting functionality and community ownership.