Strategic Partnerships Identify and pursue corporate partnerships and foundation grants aligned with WASH, education, and gender equality to scale funding for wells and sanitation projects. Leverage existing collaboration history with Sherwood Foods to build similar cause-marketing programs and joint fundraising events. Benefit from the field presence in East Africa by presenting compelling on-the-ground impact stories to donors and potential corporate sponsors.

Digital Fundraising Upgrade Enhance online giving through a robust donor CRM, recurring gift capabilities, and integrated fundraising analytics. Their current tech stack includes WordPress and PayPal; propose lightweight upgrades such as donation forms, secure processing, donor portals, and email automation to boost conversion rates and donor retention.

Impact Data & Reporting Develop or integrate monitoring and evaluation tools to turn field outcomes into donor-friendly dashboards and annual reports. The ability to track wells drilled, school attendance, health outcomes, and community engagement would improve grant competitiveness and entice new funders.

Grants & Foundations Position as a grant-ready partner to major funders and development agencies by offering rigorous program reporting, compliance, and scale-ready plans. Leverage mission focus on water access, sanitation, and youth education to align with funders prioritizing WASH and gender equity.

Volunteer & Storytelling Leverage the small but dedicated team and volunteers to amplify impact through storytelling and ambassador programs. Build volunteer-driven campaigns in Los Angeles to raise awareness, attract donors, and create rich case studies from Village Savings and Loan Associations and Girls' Clubs.