Be part of the Change!
Did you know that many rural girls are at a higher risk of dropping out of school due to various social, cultural, and economic factors?
With support from our North American partners, we work in Africa to help these girls and young women access education, food, healthcare, and economic opportunities.
Founded in 1981 in Concord, Massachusetts, the AFPF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that empowers individuals to improve their lives and communities.
“Our mission is to serve the expression of partnership which bonds all peoples of the world.”
OUR INNOVATIONS
URDT Girls School
URDT Girls’ School uses the 2 generation approach whereby students and their parents learn together, develop a shared vision for their home, analyze their current situation, apply systems thinking, team learning, plan together and learn new skills. Read more...
Africa Rural University
URDT Institute
Founded in 1993, this vocational training institution focuses on developing vocational skills and youth leadership through a Visionary Approach. The goal is to cultivate a significant number of well-rounded young entrepreneurs.
URDT aims to create visionary change-makers who integrate creativity and entrepreneurship into their lives and leadership roles. Read more...
Epicenter Manager Strategy
There are 16 epicentres established and operational. At least 3.400 households (approximately 30.000 people of which at least 17.000 are youth) in 340 villages have improved the quality of their live, in particular in health and income. Read more.....
Young Africa Works
In partnership with the MasterCard Foundation, URDT Institute is training 70,000 young women and men, 70% of whom are females, to become sustainably economically empowered and productive for fulfilling lives in over 20 districts in Western Uganda. Read more..
Pupil Managed School Farms
The PMSFP aims to enhance income and nutrition for pupils in 22 primary schools and rural households. Launched in August 2015 and funded by HET BOSJE from the Netherlands, the project adopts a two-generation approach to education.
Currently, 2,656 pupils are enrolled, with 1,364 families establishing home projects and over 2,000 pupils gaining essential skills. ....Read More..
Community Radio
KKCR significantly transforms mindsets and knowledge, attracting over 3 million listeners. More than 100 youth enhance their thinking and communication skills through volunteering as co-presenters or information secretaries.
In 2007, URDT presented its experiences at a university in Sweden, successfully advocating for legal recognition of community media.
From 2005 to 2008, KKCR received UNICEF awards for its child-oriented and participatory programs. Read more...
Testimonials
"Although Uganda is far from the U.S., the impact of AFPF is significant. It is one of my largest charitable contributions, effectively enhancing human welfare. Any donation I make to AFPF changes more lives than any domestic charity could. I envision a future with a network of rural universities inspired by URDT's model throughout the developing world."
— Stuart Cohen, Long-Time Donor
I am so pleased to be a part of this organization. It is an honor!
Doug Lockwood, New Donor.
URDT schools place more value on critical independent thinking than most schools in Uganda. I value this more than top exam results, which is mostly about rote memory. David G, Long-time Donor and Friend
Your work matters. David and Lynda Ferland. Long time, Donor
"I aspire to become a medical doctor and serve in the Uganda People’s Defense Forces," says Grace Mbabazi, who excelled in her 2024 national examinations. My inspiration comes from the training at URDT Girls School, which gave me access to online learning using tablets, qualified teachers, and the library during the pandemic." Grace Mbabazi, Alumnae and Top Female Science Student 2024.
From Domestic Violence to Leadership
Melody Ahumuza, a student at the African Rural University for Women (ARU), explains her transformational journey from poverty and domestic violence to receiving education at ARU, making her a visionary women leader, change maker, and a change agent under three cardinal principles of the visionary approach and using a systems approach to work towards the transformation of her family's income and improvement in her community's wellbeing.
Top Female Science Student
Grace was the top female science student for the Uganda Advanced Certificate in Education (UACE) in greater Kibaale, scoring 19 points in Biology, Chemistry, and Mathematics at URDT Girls' Secondary School. She qualifies for admission to a university for law, medicine, or engineering.
URDT schools achieved remarkable success in the 2024 national examinations, with a 100% pass rate and outstanding performances. Grace's success helped the school gain recognition as the top institution in the country for Chemistry. Your support through donations is vital for their educational initiatives.
Local Recognition
**African Rural University Receives Women Empowerment Trophy**
On March 6, 2025, African Rural University (ARU) and its founding organization, the Uganda Rural Development Training Programme (URDT), were awarded the Women Empowerment Trophy at the Empower Her Awards 2025, themed “Women Driving Change for a Balanced Future.”
As Uganda’s only all-women university focused on rural transformation, ARU is dedicated to uplifting women through education and developing change agents to create positive impacts in Uganda.
Dr. Mwalimu Musheshe, PHD, the Co-Founder of URDT and Vice-Chancellor of African Rural University (ARU), officially received his Award from Kabalega Foundation, which was awarded to him on Saturday during the Royal Dinner Ceremony in commemoration of 100 Years of Omukama Cwa 11 Kabalega. Dr. Mwalimu was awarded for his exceptional contribution to the development of the Bunyoro Kitara Kingdom.
In a world where every small action can lead to significant change, the power of donating can make a substantial, meaningful impact. For over 40 Years, AFPF’s work has transformed countless lives.
Ways to Support
Your gift sustains the URDT Girls School, a Vocational Institute, Youth Leadership, a Community Radio, a Demonstration Farm, an Agro-processing Plant, community health extension programs, and the African Rural University for Women (ARU).
You can donate one-time, monthly, or quarterly, Volunteer, Contribute to a Donor-Advised Fund (DAF), Participate in an employee donation or matching program, or leave a legacy through estate planning. All donations are tax-deductible.
Thank you for being part of our journey, making a huge difference, and adding smiles to millions of young African girls and women.
For questions/ inquiries
Email: info@afponline.org
Call: 978-595-2373
Text: (978) 971-0374
Registered Charity: 04-2738774
How to Donate
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