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There are many ways to support African Village Dream.

You can make a one-off bank transfer, donate using the buttons below, set up a regular monthly contribution, or leave a gift in your will. Thank you for your support.

Whichever option you choose, if you are a UK taxpayer, please complete the Gift Aid form below. This enables us to claim an additional 25p for every £1 you donate - at no extra cost to you.

Here are some of the ways that your donation can help

£1

will buy a cup of seeds for the garden

£5

will buy a school uniform

£10

will provide vaccines for the goats

£20

will provide reading books, stationery and teaching aids

£25

will provide transport to hospital 6 hours away

£50

will buy rice seed for 1 hectare of land

£100

will help support teachers and school staff wages

£150

will buy sand and cement to make 400 building blocks

Join Our Monthly Giving Community

Every lasting change begins with people who choose to make a difference month after month. By becoming a regular supporter, you will be helping us plan for the future with confidence. Monthly donations provide a reliable source of income that allows us to continue supporting education, food security, health care and sustainable community projects.

No matter how much you can give you'll become a part of a community of people who believe that small acts of kindness, given consistently, can transform lives.

The £1 Giving Community

Just £1 a month may seem small but together our £1 Community members provide a steady foundation that supports the growth of our school garden.

The £5 Giving Community

By giving £5 a month you will help fund essential access to healthcare allowing us to respond quickly when help is needed.

The £10 Giving Community

A gift of £10 a month can have a significant impact, helping us invest in projects that create lasting change for the whole village community.

Whether you choose to be a £1, £5 or £10 member, you will be part of a growing Giving Community. Together we are investing in education, self-sufficiency, and a brighter future for generations to come.

Join today by submitting the form below and set up a monthly standing order to join the Giving Community.

Standing Order Details

African Village Dream - Business Account

Account Number- 67432048

Sort Code - 08-92-99

Bank Name - The Co-operative Bank

Reference - WEB/GIVING

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Donate via bank transfer

You can support us by making a direct bank transfer to our business account.

Please use the details below to complete your donation.

Account name African Village Dream - Business Account
Account number 67432048
Sort code 08-92-99
Bank name The Co-operative Bank
Reference WEB/DONATE

Help Make a Difference with Our Wishlist

Our African Village Dream Wishlist is filled with everyday items that will bring joy, learning and opportunity to the children and families of Kerr Layen, The Gambia.

From plant pots for school gardening projects and educational puzzles to toys, books, stationery and much more, every item helps support our community projects and enriches village life.

Thank you for helping us turn dreams into reality.

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Gifts in wills

By leaving a gift in your Will to African Village Dream, you can help ensure our mission continues for generations to come.

Your legacy will support education, help alleviate food poverty and allow communities such as Kerr Layen and other surrounding villages to become self-sufficient and thrive independently.

Anyone can leave a gift in their Will, no matter how large or small. Every single donation we receive directly supports our charitable objectives and makes a meaningful and lasting difference.

If you choose to remember African Village Dream in your Will, we would strongly recommend that you consult with a solicitor to ensure that your wishes are clearly expressed and your Will is prepared correctly.

If you have already made a Will and decide to leave a gift in your Will to African Village Dream, you may not need to make a new one. In many cases, a simple amendment - known as a codicil - can be added to reflect your wishes.

Your solicitor will need our registered address and charity details, which are provided below.

If you decide to leave a gift in your Will to African Village Dream, you may wish to discuss the following wording with your solicitor.

  • To leave a residuary gift, choose the percentage of your estate that you would like to leave.
  • To leave a pecuniary gift, choose a specific sum of money you would like to leave.

"I give ___%of my residuary estate or £___ to African Village Dream, Clarendon Road, Hinckley, Leicestershire, LE10 0PL, registered charity number 1213887 for its charitable purposes and I further direct that the receipt of the Treasurer or other proper office of African Village Dream for the time being shall be a full and sufficient discharge for the said legacy".

It is extremely important that you use our proper charity name of "African Village Dream", our charity number 1213887 and registered address Clarendon Road, Hinckley, Leicestershire, LE10 0PL.

These details can also be found on the Charity Commission website.

We are deeply grateful to everyone who chooses to remember African Village Dream in their Will.

Your generosity and kindness will help transform the lives and create lasting change for generations to come in Kerr Layen and surrounding villages.

Thank you for being part of our future.

gift aid

Gift Aid is a UK government scheme that allows charities to claim an extra 25p from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) for every £1 you donate, at absolutely no extra cost to you.