Some months ago, our Education Program surveyed all the primary and secondary schools in our catchment area. There were a total of 24 schools: 20 primary and four secondary schools. We are so happy to have successfully conducted the survey and analyzed the results from it, which have helped us to start implementation of some projects. Read our latest blog to learn more about this development.
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Giving Tuesday 2023
Celebrating 5 years of Female Empowerment
Celebrate five years of female empowerment with us on Tuesday, November 28th!
Orant’s Financially Empowering Microloans (FEM) for Women program is 5 years old and we are ready to celebrate! Join us at Denton County Brewing Co. from 4:30-7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 28, for a free, fun celebration of Orant’s work and the success of all of our FEM Women.
200 E McKinney St., Denton, TX 76201
What is Giving Tuesday?
Giving Tuesday is a global generosity movement, celebrated by giving back to the world in thanks.
Our goal for this Giving Tuesday is to fully fund the FEM for Women program for 2024 with a cost of $36,000 USD. We are thrilled to announce that we have been granted a match up to our fundraising goal. Your donations on Giving Tuesday will be matched up to $36,000, so mark your calendars now!
How do I give a donation to Orant?
Simple. Donate here. We will accept donations from 12:00 am to 11:59 pm on Tuesday, November 28th. Every donation, no matter the amount, makes a difference.
I don't have money to give. What else can I do?
Send your loved ones a letter, write a Facebook message, or give them a call to share your support for Orant Charities. Encourage them to follow us on social media! Or – share an Orant post with a special message about your favorite program. Be sure to tag us @OrantCharitiesAfrica and use the hashtag #GivingTuesday!
I have more questions. Who do I contact?
Reach out to our Lead Development Officer, Erin Hearn. She’d love to hear from you!
[email protected]
(940) 299-1322
Stories from the Field
The Culture of Malawi: An Introduction to Malawian Proverbs
Malawian culture has always been known as a treasure trove of wisdom, and proverbs being an integral part of our rich heritage. These timeless sayings have been passed on through generations, offering guidance, direction, and warnings that shape our values, beliefs, and daily lives. In our upcoming blog series, we will delve into the world of Malawian proverbs, exploring their meanings, contexts and significance. Read today's blog post which serves as an introduction to our journey.
As Big as the Sky Book Review
Read today’s blog about the children’s book, “As Big as the Sky”, a Malawian story about a brother and sister whose love for each other is as big as the sky.
How the Mobile Outreach Clinics Operate
For years, our Healthcare program has been making waves in rural Kasese with our Kasese Health Centre and our two Mobile Outreach Clinics, operating in parts of Dowa and Kasungu districts. But have you ever wondered how our Mobile Clinics operate? In our today's blog article, we are shedding more light on what Mobile Outreach Clinics are and how they operate. Visit the link below to learn more.
Celebrating World Breastfeeding Week
Every year, the first week of August is dedicated to World Breastfeeding Week. The goal is to highlight the importance of breastfeeding, to encourage and promote breastfeeding and to improve the health of babies and mothers all around the globe. The theme for 2024 Breastfeeding Week is Closing the Gap: Breastfeeding Support for All, which aims at celebrating breastfeeding mothers in all their diversity, throughout their breastfeeding journeys, while showcasing the ways families, societies, communities and health workers can have the back of every breastfeeding mother. In today’s blog, we are sharing Malita Yohane’s breastfeeding journey and how it has been a game changer for her son Benjamin Kambambe who was born prematurely.
Breaking the Chains of Noncommunicable Diseases in Malawi
Imagine a world where noncommunicable diseases no longer hold people back from living the fullest of their lives. A world where quality healthcare services are accessible to all, regardless of socioeconomic status or geographical location. This is what our Healthcare program envisions. Read our latest to learn more about noncommunicable diseases and what our healthcare program is doing to free communities around our Kasese catchment area from the grip of such diseases.
Orant’s Values
“Orant respectfully serves and collaborates with our community in a sustainable way.”
Water Well Maintenance
At the heart of Orant’s programs and initiatives is sustainability, which is also one of our values. We believe in not only implementing programs or initiatives but also in creating long-lasting change that will continue to serve our community. In today's blog article, we talk about why we perform maintenance on water wells and how it contributes to the sustainability of our Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) program.
The Village Chief’s Vital Role
Ever wondered why we always mention village chiefs and their involvement in Orant’s work? If yes, then today’s blog article is for you! In this article, we talk to Village Head of Kasese Village in Dowa, who tells us about her duties and why her involvement with Orant is important. Read today's blog article to learn more.