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At Kuumba Community Foundation, we believe lasting change is built through collaboration. We invite you to join us in supporting bold, women-led initiatives that are transforming rural communities from the inside out.
Make a Difference
At Kuumba Community Foundation, we believe that everyone can make a difference. Whether you're a student, a working professional, or a retiree, there are opportunities for you to get involved and make a positive impact within our growing community. Contact us today to learn more!
Strengthening Women’s Agency and Leadership
We’re supporting rural women’s groups to build income through sustainable harvesting, climate-resilient farming, and community savings models. These efforts are grounded in women’s leadership, transparent group governance, and collective decision-making.
How you can help:
We’re seeking partners to support capacity building in financial literacy, value addition, business development, and market access. We also welcome support for leadership development and self-care initiatives that sustain the wellbeing and strength of women at the center of this work.
Sustainable Water Access & Rainwater Harvesting
Water is a precious resource in this dry, arid region. We are working to secure reliable water access through borehole drilling and innovative rainwater harvesting systems — including water jars, catchment pans, and filtration pits that maximize rain capture and storage. These technologies are crucial for household use, crop production, and ecosystem restoration.
How you can help:
We’re seeking partners to support borehole development, provide technical expertise in water harvesting design, and co-develop sustainable groundwater management systems with our communities. Together, we can improve access to clean water and strengthen climate resilience across Buhera.
Community Tree Nurseries & Indigenous Reforestation
In Buhera District, women are leading climate adaptation efforts by restoring forests, cultivating Non-Timber Forest Products, and regenerating indigenous trees such as Kigelia africana (Sausage Tree), Afzelia quanzensis (Pod Mahogany), acacias, fodder trees, and traditional fruit species like Nyii, Nhunguru, Tsvoritoto, Matufu, and Masau. Their work strengthens biodiversity, improves soil health, and revives degraded ecosystems.
How you can help:
We’re seeking partners to expand tree nurseries, support youth-led planting teams, and invest in community-led agroforestry systems rooted in indigenous knowledge. Your support can help us scale seedling propagation, restore critical landscapes, and strengthen women’s leadership in ecosystem regeneration.
Community Philanthropy & Local Giving Models
Join us in elevating the power of women-led community philanthropy — where rural women pool their time, savings, and skills to drive transformative change in their villages. These giving circles have supported school scholarships, community care initiatives, playground restoration, and more.
How you can help:
Partner with us to scale these grassroots efforts — through technical support, matching funds, or research into new community-led funding models. Together, we can deepen the impact of local giving and build a stronger culture of shared responsibility and sustainable development.