I've spent two decades building an organization that most people will never find by accident.
That's not a complaint. It's a systems problem — one I've had to learn how to solve piece by piece, grant cycle by grant cycle, partnership by partnership. And it's the same problem facing thousands of credible, community-rooted nonprofits across Africa.
We are proud to celebrate the incredible achievement of Isata K., who successfully completed her cosmetology (hairdressing) training and recently graduated. Her journey is one of resilience, determination, and the courage to pursue a new path when life didn’t go as planned.
Isata originally hoped to continue her education at the university level. After several attempts to pass the WASSCE exam, she made a bold and life-changing decision—to pursue vocational training instead. That choice became the foundation for a new future.
These are two students whose lives changed because of sponsors like you. Not summaries. Not statistics. Their actual stories.
Sierra Leone: sponsored from age 9 through university.
Across Sierra Leone, students are working hard to build brighter futures through education. But today, rising costs are creating new barriers that threaten their ability to stay in school and continue progressing toward their goals.
Recently, 48 students successfully graduated from our Microsoft Office Computer Training Program—an important milestone that is opening doors to future academic and caree
Because of generous support, students like Yealie and her brothers are continuing their educati
Recently, DASL participated in the Health Walk during National NGO Week, organized by the Sierra Leone Association of NGOs (SLANGO) in partners
A Different Kind of Impact
The Develop Africa Legacy Circle is a curated group of partners committed to creating long-term, measurable impact in education and opportunity across underserved communities in Africa, especially Sierra Leone.
This is not a one-time donation.
It is a commitment to building systems that last—access to education, skills training, and better-equipped learning environments.
Make a Difference Today: Donate to the Year of the Pencil Campaign
On November 20th, this movement placed over 100,000 pencils into the hands
of children across Sierra Leone in 20 schools.
Each pencil tells a story — of hope, opportunity, and possibility.
Education is more than lessons — it’s liberation.
Every $25 helps children write their dreams.
👉 Help provide pencils by donating today!
