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Your Support in Action: 2024 GIFTS Rwanda Impact Recap

1/9/2025

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See the Lives You’ve Transformed:
2024 GIFTS Rwanda Year in Review
As we look back on this past year, we are overwhelmed with gratitude for your unwavering support. Thanks to you, GIFTS Rwanda has been able to achieve remarkable progress and touch countless lives.

Every milestone we’ve reached, every life that’s been changed, is a reflection of your generosity. It is your commitment to our mission that has fueled the positive change in the Rwandan communities we serve.


Now, we invite you to reflect on the impact you’ve made in 2024. Because of your compassion and dedication, the journey toward a brighter future continues.

We are deeply thankful to have you by our side in this important work. Together, we are building a legacy of hope and opportunity.​

Unwrap Your 2024 Impact Here.

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Together we ran our Giving Tuesday 2024 Empowering Women, Supporting Families campaign and you raised $40,062 for the following: 
  • $19,240 to build a meeting room with an office, serving as an empowerment hub. This space will allow women to gather for essential discussions on topics like money management, conflict resolution, support groups, soap-making, and puberty/menstruation education.
  •  $8,246 to establish a shop where women can sell their handmade products—clothing, beaded bags, soaps, eggs, and vegetables—providing them with a sustainable income.
  •  $4,980 to create vegetable gardens at the Multi-Purpose Activity Center, supplying the community with tools, materials, and seeds for farming.
  • $540 to support 20 villagers in dire need, including individuals affected by cancer, HIV/AIDS, the elderly (one woman is 103!), and orphaned children, by providing food, shelter, education, and essential supplies.
  •  $12,372 to fund tuition for primary, secondary, and university students, giving them the chance to break the cycle of poverty through education.
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All projects done in Rugarika 2024 because of you!

This year, your generosity has driven incredible progress in Rugarika. Here’s what we accomplished together in 2024:

  • Built Our Team: Hired the GIFTS Rwanda Board and support staff in Rwanda to strengthen our efforts on the ground.
  • Education Support: Enabled 124 students (44 in primary, 77 in secondary, and 4 in university) to attend school with full tuition, food, uniforms, and supplies—up from 112 children supported in 2023.
  • Essential Food Assistance: Provided 5 families (27 people in total) with staple foods like rice, beans, maize flour, cooking oil, and soap for an entire year. These are families in dire need, including those affected by cancer, HIV/AIDS, elderly, and orphaned children. This continues from 2023 when we supported 5 families.
  • Community Gardens and Livestock: Contributed $3,748 towards domestic animals and vegetable gardens at our new community center, encouraging community collaboration and self-sufficiency. In 2023, we allocated $7,980 directly to families, and this initiative is steadily becoming self-sustaining.
  • Health Insurance: Ensured that 1,237 people received health insurance for a year, matching last year’s reach.
  • Sewing Group Building: Completed construction of the new sewing group building for moms and installed electricity for two sewing machines.
  • Infrastructure Additions: Installed a large water tank and a bathroom on the Multipurpose Activity Center grounds to meet essential needs.
  • Empowerment Hub: Began construction of a building with an office where women can gather for crucial discussions on money management, conflict resolution, support groups, soap-making, and puberty/menstruation education.
  • Equipping Our Team: Added office furniture, including cabinets, chairs, and a table, for the new GIFTS Rwanda board.​
  • Women’s Marketplace: Started building a shop where women will sell handmade products like clothing, beaded bags, soaps, eggs, and vegetables—empowering them with sustainable income.

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Fun Facts...
You helped bring in $110,856 in 2024!! Here's how that compares to past years:
  • 2023 raised $110,791
  • 2022 raised $104,478
  • 2021 raised $55,272
  • 2020 raised $32,810
WAY TO GO!!!!!!!

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Big News: GIFTS Rwanda Receives NGO Status in Rwanda!

​We are thrilled to announce that GIFTS Rwanda has officially received NGO status in Rwanda! While we have always been a registered 501(c)(3) organization, achieving this status within the country is a monumental step for us. This recognition will allow us to operate more efficiently and directly within Rwanda, strengthening our partnerships and deepening our impact on the communities we serve.

Becoming a recognized NGO in Rwanda opens doors to new opportunities and collaborations, helping us further our mission of empowering vulnerable populations. This milestone signifies the growth and sustainability of our work, and we couldn’t have reached it without your unwavering support.

Thank you for being a part of this incredible journey! Together, we are making a lasting difference.


If you’ve made it this far, THANK YOU!

As we reflect on everything we’ve accomplished in 2024, we’re reminded that none of this would have been possible without your support. Your compassion, generosity, and belief in our mission have touched countless lives and laid the foundation for an even brighter future. Together, we are creating lasting change in Rugarika—one step at a time. Thank you for being such a vital part of the GIFTS Rwanda family.​

We can’t wait to continue this incredible journey with you in 2025 and beyond!
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End the Year with Impact – Help Rwandan Students Achieve Their Dreams!

12/30/2024

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We are kicking off our New Year’s celebrations early with some incredible news--Boeing has gifted GIFTS Rwanda with a $10,000 major donation! This generous gift will allow our two university students, Penninah and Pacifique, to continue their studies and complete their second year of university. Hear from them below.
But we have even bigger dreams to fulfill. Nine more students who have completed their secondary schooling through GIFTS Rwanda are eagerly waiting for the opportunity to attend trade or university school and transform their futures. With Boeing’s support, we’re just $3,000 short of covering all 11 students’ education for the coming school year. Learn a bit more about these students HERE.

We are so close! With your help, we can ensure that no one is left behind. Click HERE to donate and change lives today!

If you’re looking to end the year on a high note, this is your chance! Make a tax-deductible gift today to help these students access the education and training they need to break free from the cycle of poverty and uplift their families and communities.
Donate before January 1st to get a tax-deductible donation BEFORE the end of this financial year!
Thank you for your generosity and belief in the power of education to create lasting change.
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P.S. Your support helps make life-changing education possible. Let's cross the finish line together!
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Thank You for Making This Possible—Exciting Progress on the Multipurpose Building!

12/23/2024

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I hope this message finds you well and filled with the holiday spirit! I wanted to take a moment to personally thank you for your incredible support during our Giving Tuesday 2024 campaign. Thanks to your generous donation, we are thrilled to share that the multipurpose building is already under construction!

This building will serve as a vital space for the women and young mothers in our community, providing a safe environment for meetings, vocational training, and a place for them to sell their handmade products—offering them both empowerment and independence.
We couldn’t have reached this milestone without you. These pictures show the amazing progress we’ve made so far, and it’s all thanks to your belief in the vision of GIFTS Rwanda. Together, we are creating sustainable change and providing opportunities for a brighter future.

As construction continues, we will keep you updated with more photos and milestones along the way. Your support is truly transforming lives, and we can’t wait to see this building fully completed and in use by the community!

From all of us at GIFTS Rwanda, thank you once again for your kindness, generosity, and commitment to making a difference. Wishing you and your family a joyful holiday season and a wonderful New Year!
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You Did It! Thanks to You, We Reached Our Giving Tuesday Goal!

12/4/2024

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We are thrilled to share that this year’s Giving Tuesday campaign was a tremendous success, and it’s all thanks to your incredible support! Together, with the $20,000 in matching funds, we raised a total of $40,062—TRIPLING the impact on education, housing, and community development in Rugarika.
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With your generosity, here’s what we can now achieve:


  • Build a meeting room where women can gather for essential discussions on topics like money management, conflict resolution, support groups, soap-making, and puberty/menstruation education.
  • Establish a shop where women can sell their handmade products—clothing, beaded bags, soaps, eggs, and vegetables—providing them with a sustainable income.
  • Create vegetable gardens at the Multi-Purpose Activity Center, supplying the community with tools, materials, and seeds for farming.
  • Support 20 villagers in dire need, including those affected by cancer, HIV/AIDS, and children without parents, by providing food, shelter, education, and supplies.​
  • Fund tuition for primary, secondary, and university students, giving them the chance to break the cycle of poverty through education.
For those who gave $1,000 or more (we have NINE generous donors—thank you!), we’re thrilled to include your name on a plaque in the women’s meeting room as a lasting tribute to your generosity. Here’s a sneak peek of what it will look like...
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THANK YOU for being a part of this life-changing campaign. None of this would be possible without you, and we are deeply grateful for your continued support.
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P.S. Your generosity is creating lasting change for the people of Rugarika! Keep an eye out for updates on the progress of the new meeting room and shop—we can’t wait to show you the impact your gift is making!
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Help Us Build a Space for Empowerment in Rugarika!

12/3/2024

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We’re getting closer to our Giving Tuesday goal of building a meeting room, a space for soap and purse making, an office, and a shop! These buildings will be where women gather to learn valuable trade skills, receive training on money management, conflict resolution, and access vital health education, including puberty and menstruation. The shop will allow women to sell their handmade products—clothes, beaded bags, soaps, lotions, eggs, and vegetables—helping create sustainable income for their families.

And I’m excited to share—we now have a design for what these spaces will look like! We are just $5,976 away from turning this design into reality for the community of Rugarika.
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Don’t forget, everyone who donates $1,000 or more will have their name added to a plaque in the women’s meeting room. Here’s a sneak peek of what the plaque will look like...
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You can learn more about our plans from Brigitte, our GIFTS Rwanda Director, and from Paterne, our GIFTS Rwanda Project Manager, below.
GIVE TODAY AND 3X YOUR IMPACT!
This is your chance to TRIPLE your impact on education, housing, and community development. Will you stand with us?​

Donate now and be part of this life-changing work!
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​P.S. Remember, your donation is TRIPLE matched for a limited time! Every dollar you give goes three times as far in helping women and their families build brighter futures. Don’t miss this opportunity to make an even bigger impact—donate today and share this email with others who want to help create real change!
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Meet the Women You’re Impacting This Giving Tuesday—Help Us Reach Our Goal!

12/3/2024

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Yesterday, our Project Manager, Paterne, interviewed two incredible women whose lives will be directly transformed by your Giving Tuesday donations. Their stories are a powerful reminder of the impact your generosity can make.

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Meet Seraphine:
“I’m ICYITEGETSE Seraphine, a mother of eight from the Rugarika Sector. My husband works as a digger, and I earn money by crushing stones for construction. We don’t have land for agriculture, but thanks to GIFTS Rwanda, my children are able to attend school. Though my husband and I struggle to make ends meet, this project has given us hope. We are deeply grateful for your support. May God bless you."
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Meet Françoise:
“My name is KAMAGAJU Françoise. I have two children, and we live with my younger sister and her two children. Our mother left us, and we’ve faced many challenges, including unplanned pregnancies. But through GIFTS Rwanda, my children now have their school fees paid, and they receive school materials. Your generosity has changed our lives, and I pray for all of you. Thank you so much.”
Change the Lives of Seraphine and Françoise
These are the families you are supporting. While we may not be able to solve every problem, we can provide food, education, and hope for a better future. Remember, your gift will be TRIPLE matched for a limited time—every dollar you donate has 3X the power to uplift families from extreme poverty. This is your chance to make an even greater difference! We’ve raised $11,955 so far, and we need your help to reach our $20,000 goal. With your donation today, we can make sure families like Seraphine’s and Françoise’s continue to receive the life-changing support they need to thrive.

Click HERE to donate now and help us reach our $20,000 goal!

Your contribution will support families like these by providing education, food, and essential supplies, empowering them to build more joyful and abundant lives. Together, we can create lasting change.
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P.S. Will you help us spread the word? Share this blog with your friends, family, and colleagues so they can also be part of this incredible movement. Your support means the world to us!
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Don’t Wait for Giving Tuesday—Make Triple the Impact Today!

12/2/2024

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Tomorrow is Giving Tuesday, but why wait when you can make a difference right now? After days like Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday, Giving Tuesday is all about giving back. By donating today, you’ll be fueling real, sustainable change for families in Rugarika. And the best part? Every dollar you give will be TRIPLE matched, thanks to our generous matching donors—meaning your gift will go 3X as far!

We’ve raised $5,188 so far, but we need your help to reach our $20,000 goal. Your early donation sets the stage, inspiring others to join this movement of generosity.

Don’t wait until tomorrow—give now and help us empower women and their families to build brighter, thriving futures. Together, we can make a lasting impact.
GIVE TODAY AND 3X YOUR IMPACT!
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P.S. Remember, your donation will be TRIPLE matched for a limited time! Don’t miss this chance to make 3X the impact. Give now and share this email with friends, family, and colleagues so they can also be part of the incredible change we're making together. Thank you for your support!
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Meet Pelagie—Your Support Can Change Her Family’s Future

12/2/2024

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As we approach Giving Tuesday, I want to introduce you to one of the families your donation will directly impact.

Pelagie Mukansanga, a mother of two daughters, shares a heartfelt story below about the challenges her family has faced. Due to financial hardship, her daughters were forced to leave school. Thanks to the support of GIFTS Rwanda, one of her daughters is learning to sew through our New Mom Sewing Group. Her other daughter has trained as a hairdresser but lacks the essential tools to begin working and supporting their family.

You can hear more from Pelagie in her own words below, where she talks about their journey and how your contribution can help provide the materials needed for her daughter to start earning an income. With your help, they can begin rebuilding their lives and creating a brighter future.
Today through Giving Tuesday, your donation will be matched 300%, meaning your gift can have 3X the impact for families like Pelagie’s. Together, we can give women and their families the opportunity to thrive.
GIVE TODAY AND 3X YOUR IMPACT
Thank you for being part of this life-changing mission. Your generosity truly makes a difference.
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New Video: Empowering Women, Building Futures - Anitha's Story

11/26/2024

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Anitha Uwimpuhwe, a member of the women's group in Rugarika, shares a powerful story about how GIFTS Rwanda has transformed not only her life but the lives of many women in her community. Through creating beaded bags, soaps, and lotions, and gaining essential life skills, these women are working together to achieve self-sufficiency. But they need your support to take the next step.

By contributing to GIFTS Rwanda now, you can amplify your impact by 300% through our TRIPLE match Giving Tuesday 2024 campaign. And as a special recognition, any donor who gives $1,000 or more will have their name featured on a plaque in the women's meeting room, leaving a lasting legacy in the community.

We’re raising funds to build a dedicated meeting room—a safe space where women can come together for training in money management, conflict resolution, and health education. It will also serve as a workshop and storefront for their products, empowering these women to create brighter futures for themselves and their families. Learn more about how your support will directly impact these initiatives in our latest blog post HERE.

Your generosity can make this vision a reality. Watch Anitha’s story and discover how you can be a part of this life-changing mission. Together, we can triple the impact on education, housing, and community development.
GIVE TODAY AND 3X YOUR IMPACT!
Thank you for helping us get closer to our goal and for sharing this blog with others. We couldn’t do this without you! 
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P.S. Will you help us spread the word? Share this blog with your friends, family, and colleagues to let them know what GIFTS Rwanda is up to and what an enormous impact they have the opportunity to be a part of, too! Thank you so much!
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Today, your kindness goes three times as far - All Gifts TRIPLED

11/22/2024

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GIFTS Rwanda is gearing up for Giving Tuesday 2024, and we’re calling on YOU to make a powerful difference! While Boeing has cut their matching program this year, we’re thrilled to announce that we’ve secured TWO $10k matching donations from generous anonymous donors. This means that every donation you make will be TRIPLE MATCHED, tripling your impact!​

Starting NOW, if we collectively raise $20,000 by the end of Giving Tuesday, December 3rd, the matching donations will bring us to a grand total of $40,000!
GIVE TODAY FOR 3X THE IMPACT
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​Here’s how your support will help us make a lasting difference:
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  • Build a Meeting Room for Women: This space will host essential gatherings on topics like money management, conflict resolution, support groups, soap-making, and puberty/menstruation education.​
  • Create a Shop for Women’s Handmade Products: The shop will allow women to sell their clothes, beaded bags, soaps, eggs, and vegetables, providing sustainable income for their families.
  • Establish Vegetable Gardens at the Multi-Purpose Activity Center: We’ll provide tools, materials, and seeds to support community farming.
  • Support 20 Villagers in Need: This includes those affected by cancer, HIV/AIDS, and children without parents. Your donations will provide food, shelter, education, and supplies to help them thrive.
  • Help pay tuition for primary, secondary, and university students, giving them the opportunity to break the cycle of poverty through education.

As a special thank you, any donor who gives $1,000 or more will have their name added to a plaque in the women’s meeting room, honoring your contribution and creating a lasting legacy in the community!

Together, we can TRIPLE the impact on education, housing, and community development. 

Will you give today? Click HERE to learn more and to donate!
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P.S. Will you help us spread the word? Share this blog with your friends, family, and colleagues to let them know what GIFTS Rwanda is up to and what an enormous impact they have the opportunity to be a part of, too! Thank you so much!
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