Sponsorship Program

Our Sponsorship program is one of the most effective ways to positively impact the lives of underprivileged families. Monthly sponsorship enables us to provide employment opportunities, which in turn help our trainees to develop various skills. We firmly believe that offering a helping hand is far more beneficial than simply providing a handout.

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  • My name is Gloria Anthony and I am an apprentice in the Preschool Department at Mitongwe Woodland Farm Reserve. I am twenty-seven years old, single, with 2 young girls. Living in rural Malawi is extremely challenging, especially in our remote village.

    My favourite part about working here is observing our children in the preschool program enjoy the wonderful selection of toys and variety of books. I love the importance of my job because our children become leaders.

    I am looking for a chance to train as a nurse to contribute to the medical needs of our community and promote my personal growth. I am eagerly anticipating the construction of the Health and Wellness Center, as it could potentially offer me a job opportunity in the future.

Sponsor Gloria
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  • My name is Lynot Nyadaufe, and I am an apprentice at Mitongwe Woodland Farm Reserve. Despite never having the opportunity to attend school, I am grateful to be here and learn new skills. Working at the farm and being part of the Housekeeping Department has been an incredible experience. The managers and leaders at Mitongwe have been a great source of practical advice and support, which has had a positive impact on my family. As the sole provider for my large family, it’s difficult to find steady work in our village, and the farm’s income has provided much-needed stability.

    I love working at Mitongwe and being part of the Community Kitchen. We cook meals every day for the kids. We use water and fire stoves to make delicious food with our own branches. The kids bring their own colourful bowls and eat happily. Their smiles are the best reward for me.

Sponsor Lynot
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  • My name is Ayeta Peterson and I am an apprentice in the Agroforestry/Farming Department at Mitongwe Woodland Farm Reserve. I am married with 4 children.

    My favourite part about working here is enjoying the lush beauty of the agroforestry gardens while I am at work. It is invigorating to see the bounty of the forest gardens, and the ripe fruit while enjoying the sounds of many types of birds. It feels like an Eden on earth.

    A typical day in our Agroforestry Farming involves caring for and developing a variety of crops and trees on our property. I have learned the value of composting and am excited to put all I am learning into practice.

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  • My name is James Galaciano and I am an apprentice in the Agroforestry/Farming Department at Mitongwe Woodland Farm Reserve. I’m a 30-year-old married person with a lovely three-year-old daughter.

    My favourite part about working here is the practical advice that I have received from the managers and leaders here at Mitongwe. They really care about me and have had a positive impact on my family. I also appreciate the steady income that working at the farm provides. I have a family who depends on me; ongoing work is hard to come by in Malawi, especially in our village.

    A typical day in our Agroforestry Farming involves planting and caring for various crops and trees on our property. I have learned the value of composting and am excited to put all I am learning into practice.

    For personal growth, I am interested in learning English. Learning English will open many doors for my family and me.

Sponsor James
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  • My name is Joseph and I am an apprentice in the Security Department at Mitongwe. I am married with two children.

    A typical day in our security department can start as early as 4 am. Our security team is scheduled on shift work 24/7 throughout the week. We patrol all over the farm; livestock, living quarters, community buildings, and equipment all while keeping a careful watch on our crops. Our team helps deter theft and ensure our resources are used to their full potential.

    My favourite part about working here is observing the operations of the Agroforestry department and in particular how the livestock and animals play such an important role in the success of the overall woodland ecological system.

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  • My name is Mcdonald Andrew and I am an apprentice in the Construction Department at Mitongwe Woodland Farm Reserve. I am married with 1 son.

    My favourite part about working here is enjoying the lush beauty of the agroforestry gardens while I am at work. It is invigorating to see the bounty of the forest gardens, and the ripe fruit while enjoying the sounds of many types of birds. It feels like an Eden on earth.

    A typical day finds me busy with the many woodworking projects around the farm. Projects range from building structures to shelving, tables, bunk beds and more. It is exciting to see our completed projects put to use on the farm.

    For personal growth, I am interested in expanding my skills in the area of healthcare and I would like to receive education in this area one day.

Sponsor Mcdonald
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  • Letness Thambani is a 38-year-old apprentice, married with three children, working at Mitongwe Woodland Farm Reserve. Despite her grade 5 education, Letness has excelled in her role as a General Laborer, thanks to the valuable practical advice she receives from the farm’s managers and leaders. She has found that the steady income from working at the farm has had a significant impact on her family. In Malawi, finding ongoing work is a challenge, especially in the village where she lives, so this job has been a blessing.

    Letness’s role as a General Laborer is full of learning and variety. She provides assistance wherever it is needed, such as road repairs, gardening, farming, masonry, construction, and housekeeping. She is also interested in personal growth and hopes to learn English, which is the official language of Malawi and is spoken in most major cities and taught in schools. Letness believes that learning English will open doors for her and her family.

Sponsor Letness
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  • As a single mother of three children aged between 10 and 17 years old, Judith works hard to support her family. She loves her job as it provides her with an opportunity to work with her team to prepare nutritious meals for the programs offered by the Community Kitchen. The kitchen is situated in the Mitongwe Town Square and is open seven days a week. Judith and her team work on rotation shifts to ensure that they can share the load of their daily tasks. They cook on several open-fire stoves made from cement blocks, using wood fuel harvested from the property. The youth and pre-schoolers who attend the programs are served a meal of heated maize flour in a colourful bowl or cup, which always brings a smile to Judith’s face.

    In addition to her work, Judith loves attending church programs and services. The church is located in the Town Square and is surrounded by beautiful trees. It is a hub of activity throughout the week, offering daily discipleship training and weekend services. The church also serves as a meeting place for senior citizens and vulnerable villagers, providing them with essential food programs. Judith loves the atmosphere of the church, which is full of song, dance, and learning to love God, oneself, and others.

Sponsor Judith
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  • Hi there! I'm Veronica, a 26-year-old married woman with two lovely daughters, aged 8 and 4. I work as an apprentice in the Agroforestry/Farming Department at Mitongwe Woodland Farm Reserve. I have finished primary school, but finding a job in my village is very hard. That's why I'm so thankful for this opportunity. I'm learning so many new things every day and it makes me happy.

    The best thing about my job is that I get to enjoy the stunning beauty of the agroforestry gardens while I work. It's like a dream come true to be surrounded by such gorgeous nature. I also have a big goal: I want to learn English, because I think it will help me a lot in the future.

Sponsor Veronica
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  • I am Kondwani, a 32-year-old married father of two wonderful kids, a boy and a girl. I never had the chance to go to school, so I am very thankful for this amazing opportunity to learn new skills. The work I do in the livestock department is vital for the farm. The animals are a key part of the woodland ecosystem. I am gaining so much knowledge about animals and that makes me happy! I love the environment here. But the best part is that I earn a stable income so I can provide food for my family. I also get to taste many different fruits and vegetables that I want to grow on my own farm someday.

Sponsor Kondwani
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  • Hi there! I'm Jonathan and I'm 56 years young. I have a wonderful family with 3 kids and a grandkid who makes me so happy. I work as an apprentice in the Construction Department and I absolutely love it! I get to learn so much about building and how to use these skills in my own life. Every day is a new adventure with all the woodworking projects we do on the farm. We build everything from structures to furniture and more. It's amazing to see our creations come to life and serve a purpose on the farm.

    I also have a passion for learning new things, especially in the area of medicine. I dream of getting an education in this field someday and helping people heal. I'm so thankful for this opportunity and how it has improved my life and my family's life.

Sponsor Jonathan

  • Hi, I'm Yohane and I'm 27 years old. I have the best job ever as an apprentice in the construction department. I love it so much! Every day is a new adventure and I get to learn so many amazing skills. I'm always amazed by the variety and creativity of what we build and construct. It's such a fun and rewarding place to learn. On weekends, I volunteer with the Young Warrior program and have a blast with the kids. We teach them Bible lessons and play awesome games with them. We also show them how to garden and they are having a great time. It's so wonderful to see them eager to participate and enjoy growing plants. It's such a valuable skill for their future.

    I'm so grateful for this opportunity and I'm working hard to finish my high school.

Sponsor Yohane