Changing Lives in Africa

Clean Water
  • Providing clean, safe drinking water to students, teachers and surrounding communities through the construction of hand-dug wells at CPAR-constructed schools in Dibate Woreda, thus reducing water-related illnesses and allowing for improved education results.
  • Providing community access to water for consumption and small-scale irrigation for farmers through the development of springs and hand-dug wells in Jarso Woreda.
  • Establishing local water and sanitation committees to manage water resources, plan for repairs and contribute towards awareness-raising initiatives on key sanitation and hygiene topics.
  • The Face of Giving
    Helping African  community members to build secure livelihoods
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  • Become a Monthly Donor
    CPAR PALs build healthy communities in rural Africa through their monthly donations.
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  • Putting Farmers First
    Supporting long-term food security for families in vulnerable African communities.
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  • Plant a Tree
    Did you know that the simple act of planting a  tree can help build healthy communities in rural Africa?
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Other Features

  • Blogs from the Countries
    Going to Africa can be done from behind the comfort of your desk as you soak up the stories of travelers and CPAR program staff
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  • The Donor Difference
    Read the stories of donors whose actions have changed lives in Africa
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  • Media Gallery
    Are you looking for more information about CPAR’s work, engaging photos of development in rural Africa or a downloadable media kit?
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  • Resources
    Our resources section will help educators and students find information and tools to help them explore global education and African development
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