Our mission
Equip farming families with tools, training, and market pathways that turn today’s support into tomorrow’s self-sustaining opportunity.
About our purpose
Mission and vision rooted in lasting community change
We pair compassionate giving with practical, long-term support so families can build resilient livelihoods with dignity.
Our legacy
History since 1944
For over eight decades, we’ve stayed focused on one goal: helping families build lasting livelihoods through practical, community-led support.
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1944
Foundation begins
Started as a local relief effort focused on food security and farm recovery.
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1968
Training era
Launched farmer training hubs and women-led cooperative programs.
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1989
Regional growth
Expanded programs across multiple countries with local partner networks.
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2007
Global scale
Built long-term country initiatives linking training, livestock, and markets.
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Today
Evidence-led impact
Measuring outcomes with communities to strengthen resilient futures.
Leadership & Accountability
Meet the people guiding long-term community impact
Our leadership team pairs field experience with financial stewardship so every donation supports measurable, sustainable progress for families and farmers.
Surita Sandosham
President and CEO
Leads the organization with a focus on practical impact, transparency, and community-centered change.
Elena Brooks
Chief Impact Officer
Oversees program strategy across livelihoods, training, and long-term resilience initiatives.
Marcus Hill
Chief Financial Officer
Guides financial stewardship and accountability to support trusted, effective giving.
Amina Patel
Chief Partnerships Officer
Builds donor, corporate, and community partnerships that expand sustainable impact.
Donor trust
Financial transparency you can verify
We publish clear reporting, external evaluations, and governance details so you can give with confidence.
Responsible stewardship
Every donation is tracked through audited processes, reviewed by leadership, and reported publicly in plain language.
- Annual disclosures with program and overhead breakdowns.
- Independent evaluations and charity accountability references.
- Governance policies available for donor review.
Form 990 & annual reports
Download current and prior filings with consistent year-over-year reporting.
Charity ratings
Review third-party assessments of financial health and governance standards.
Accountability references
Access board leadership details, conflict-of-interest policy, and audit references in one place.