Give and change the life of an African child.

Your donation helps deliver critical aid to Africa, from food and healthcare to education and clean water.

In 2024, Sub-Saharan Africa was home to just 16% of the world’s population, but accounted for 67% of the people living in extreme poverty. When including all fragile and conflict-affected areas, that figure rises to three-quarters of the global population living in extreme poverty.

Bread and Water for Africa® has worked in over a dozen African countries to provide direct aid and build long-term solutions for self-sufficiency. Explore our Programs to see how your support creates impact.

Real Stories. Real Impact.

Young Mumba watering plants in Zambia.

Meet Mumba

From being raised in a Zambian orphanage to graduating with a degree in Environmental Health Sciences, Mumba is proof that your support transforms lives.

Children in DRC drinking from a new clean water well.

Bringing Clean Water to DRC

Discover how your donation helps build wells and bring safe, sustainable water to communities that previously had none.

Smiling woman standing in a green vegetable field in Africa.

Farming for the Future

See how our agricultural programs empower families with tools and training to grow their own food and end hunger.

Why Donate to Africa with Bread and Water for Africa?

  • We are a Guidestar Platinum-recognized nonprofit delivering aid across 12+ countries for over 24 years.
  • Detailed financial reports available.
  • Over 98,000 individuals received healthcare in 2024.
  • 485 orphaned and abandoned children supported across five countries.
  • Over 5,100 individuals benefited from agriculture programs
  • 56 water and sanitation projects benefited more than 48,500 people.
  • Our Partners work directly within the communities we serve.

Your donation supports direct aid and long-term programs in more than 12 African countries. Learn more about who we are.

Donate by Mail Or Phone

Donate By Mail

Please fill out, print, and mail to:

Bread and Water for Africa® Donation Form

Simply fill out the form online, or print it out and mail it with your check, cash, or money order. All checks should be made out to Bread and Water for Africa®. Please mail your donation to:

Bread and Water for Africa®
8301 Richmond Highway
Suite 300 Alexandria, VA 22309

Donate By Phone

Please give us a call at (toll-free) 1-888-371-6622 or (703) 317-9440 if you would like to make a gift over the telephone.

Have a question or request? Email us at info@africanrelief.org

Other Ways To Give

State Campaigns

Bread and Water for Africa® greatly appreciates the eight years of generous support from our state donors. These contributions have enabled us to accomplish great things with African communities all across the continent.

In-Kind Donations

A free, convenient service for converting that extra car, truck, or RV into a tax deductible donation benefiting Bread and Water for Africa®. You can call 877-999-8322 to make your donation.

Corporate Matching Gifts

Many employers, large and not-so-large, offer corporate giving programs in which the company matches donations made by employees to eligible nonprofit organizations such as Bread and Water for Africa®  thereby doubling the impact of your gift. To find out if your employer offers a matching gift program, please click the Corporate Match icon.

CFC Giving

If you or your spouse is a federal employee and you wish to designate your gift to Bread and Water for Africa®, please designate CFC #10750 in this year’s Combined Federal Campaign.

Monthly Giving

Looking for meaningful ways to donate money to Africa? Monthly gifts provide steady, life-changing support.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best charity to donate to in Africa?

We believe our long-term, community-driven work and high standards of accountability make Bread and Water for Africa® one of the best choices to support children and families across Africa.

What percentage of my donation goes to programs?

99% of all expenses go directly toward program services. This means nearly every dollar you donate supports essential aid and development efforts in Africa. See our financials for full transparency.

What is the best charity to donate to in Africa?

We believe our long-term, community-driven work and high standards of accountability make Bread and Water for Africa® one of the best choices to support children and families across Africa.

Can I donate to support education or food programs in Africa?

Absolutely. Your gift can support a range of programs including School Meals, orphan care, education, agriculture, and healthcare.

My donation tax-deductible?

Yes. Bread and Water for Africa® is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and all donations are tax-deductible to the full extent allowed by law.