Grace Connection is a nonprofit organization (NGO) located in the Vallée de Manionzi within the municipality of Mont-Ngafula, a remote suburb of Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The organization operates on 17 hectares of land dedicated to community development and sustainability.
Donation Goal of $33,000
Our Mission
Grace Connection is committed to empowering local communities through agriculture, aquaculture, farming, and education. The land’s rich soil and natural water sources from a nearby river provide ideal conditions for sustainable farming, fish culture, poultry, and pig farming.
Our mission is to enhance self-sufficiency by initiating and supporting mini-projects that allow local families to generate income, secure education for their children, and access primary healthcare.
Our Story
Our journey began as a family of four children who immigrated to South Africa over 30 years ago. In 2017, under a family reunification program, our parents joined two of our children who had recently relocated to Canada.
While attending Midland Alliance Church, we felt a deep calling to support our communities back in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). This vision led to a 2018 trip to Kinshasa, where we launched initiatives to provide financial assistance, educational support, and skill development programs for people in need.
Our Services
We offer a wide range of community development initiatives, including:
1. Education & Scholarships
- Sponsoring school fees for children from underprivileged families.
- Conducting literacy programs to improve education accessibility.
2. Agriculture & Aquaculture
- Small-scale crop farming and harvesting.
- Establishing fish farming (tilapia, aquaculture) to boost food security.
3. Farming & Livelihood Support
- Developing poultry and pig farming for income generation.
- Training in permaculture and sustainable agricultural practices.
4. Vocational Training & Skill Development
- Hands-on training in woodwork, plumbing, electrical work, construction, and nursing.
- IT training to improve digital skills and employment opportunities.
5. Water & Sanitation
- Installing water supply systems to improve community sanitation.
6. Healthcare Services
- Establishing a primary healthcare center for children, youth, and the elderly.
Our Needs & How You Can Help
To achieve our mission, we require support in the form of funding, equipment, and expertise for the following initiatives:
1. Equipment & Infrastructure
- 2 rotary-drilling machines for water supply.
- 2 mounting systems for water distribution.
- 2 water reservoir tanks (5 gallons each).
- Construction of two multipurpose halls for community meetings, training, and Bible study.
2. Financial Support for:
- Training in agriculture, aquaculture (fish farming), and poultry/piggery farming.
- Road construction for better accessibility to project sites.
- Expanding scholarship programs for underprivileged children.
- Enhancing learning opportunities for children in the area.
- Building a medical center to provide essential healthcare services.
Expected Outcomes
Medium-Term Goals (Years 4–5)
- Transform Grace Connection into a cooperative for selling agricultural and livestock products.
- Establish a local marketplace for community-generated goods.
- Create structured vocational training programs for:
> Nursery care
> Teaching
> Woodwork, plumbing, electrical work, and construction
> IT skills development
Long-Term Goals (Years 5–10)
- Partner with government and non-governmental organizations to create employment opportunities for individuals trained under the Grace Connection programs.
- Develop learning facilities, including a library, seminar rooms, and interactive spaces for knowledge-sharing and collaboration.
With your support, we can transform lives, build self-sufficient communities, and create lasting economic opportunities in Kinshasa. Join us in making Grace Connection a beacon of hope and empowerment for future generations!