Build Hand Washing Stations in Rural Macheke, Zimbabwe
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Looking for an opportunity to support a worthy cause founded and led by a courageous black, female immigrant? Consider supporting the Macheke Sustainability Project’s Covid-19 response in Macheke, Zimbabwe. Flattening the curve is not an option in places like Macheke because their clinics are not yet equipped to handle pandemics; there are ZERO ventilators available. Stopping the spread of the virus through preventative measures is their only option for preventing a major health crisis. With this heightened state of vulnerability, we are on a mission to bring these measures to the community of Macheke. Currently, there are ZERO positive Covid-19 cases in Macheke; please help us to keep it that way.
Last month, we donated hundreds of masks to the Macheke Rural Clinic which were distributed to essential workers and those most at risk. Now, the Macheke Sustainability Project is fundraising to provide portable hand washing stations that are operated by a foot lever. Our team on the ground has identified essential service locations that are in need of these units and we are utilizing guidance from the hand-washing station model that was created by Cosa Buena, in rural Mexico. Your contribution will cover the cost of needed materials, as well as labor and installation.
Thank you for standing with us over the years. We have come a long way and the progress is inspiring. In fact, because of your support, we were able to fit the Macheke Primary School with a borehole that will be powered by a solar pump. When this school opens following the pandemic lock-down, over 1,800 students will now have access to clean water - truly a life saving measure during these unprecedented times. If you are interested in learning more about how you can lend support, kindly get in touch.
Hand Washing Station - Image Courtesy Cosa Buena
Who We Are
The Macheke Sustainability Project is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that focuses on sustainability initiatives in the village community of Macheke in Zimbabwe. MSP inquires about development challenges in Macheke and then seeks for solutions that are culturally relevant and won’t lead to the loss of rich customs that enhance environmental diversity. Read More >>
Our mission is to celebrate people & confront poverty.
Our Vision
To contribute to efforts for development in Macheke where progress in education for sustainability will advance endeavors for reducing social, environmental & economic poverty.
Our Accomplishments
MSP has supported the development of a computer lab with 40 computers and other tech learning tools (like drones!) at Monte Cassino Girls High School. We are using this successful project as a model and are raising funds to build computer labs for the other schools in Macheke, Zimbabwe!
400 young students at Macheke Primary School benefit from the School Lunch Program that MSP supports! We reduce hunger to promote education (it's hard to focus on an empty stomach!). We can feed more children in Macheke, Zimbabwe With your help - donate today!
We have known for some time that water security is a hazard in Macheke, Zimbabwe. We funded the drilling of a borehole at the local primary school in 2019 as the beginning of a local & sustainable solution. For now, they will are using a fuel generator to run the water system. Our goal is to partner with them to source a basic solar renewable power solution in 2020.
Over 2,000 students now have access to sporting equipment for girls and boys soccer & volleyball. Thank you for your remarkable support in making this happen!
MSP's environmental stewardship initiative has planted over 1,000 native trees in Macheke to date. With your help, we can plant 500 more native plant trees in 2020 to further rebuild the native wildlife and reduce our carbon footprint!
Thank you for being here – your support for this work will guide the direction of this global legacy in the making.
