Your Role
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Your Role
We believe that lasting change comes from the power of community. We know that together, we can break the cycle of poverty and build brighter futures for families in East Africa. But we can't do it alone—we need people like you to join us in this mission. There are several meaningful ways you can get involved, each with the opportunity to make a direct, tangible impact on the lives of families and children. Whether it’s empowering a family through microloans, sponsoring a child, or mentoring an entrepreneur, your role in this work is vital.
"Sometimes I feel like life is so overwhelming and am tempted to give up. But then I always remember that someone on the other side of the world chose to believe in me, and I feel like it's a miracle. That's why I can never give up." - UTST Kenya Program Member
our Work
Empower AFAMily
By providing microloans through our economic empowerment program, you can help a family start or grow their business, giving them the tools to build financial independence. Your support enables them to create a sustainable source of income, which in turn helps improve their standard of living and provides opportunities for future generations. With just one small loan, you can make a lasting difference in the life of a family.
SPONSOR ACHILD
Help ensure that vulnerable children have access to education and the resources they need to thrive. Through our child sponsorship program, your monthly contribution provides essentials such as school fees, uniforms, and meals, giving these children the foundation to build brighter futures. Sponsorship isn’t just about meeting their immediate needs—it’s about empowering them to dream, grow, and succeed.
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MentorshipCollective
Here’s an incredible opportunity to use your time, skills, and resources to transform lives across the globe. Our Mentorship Collective pairs entrepreneurs and business leaders from the USA with the entrepreneurs we serve internationally. For just $50 a month, you can mentor, encourage, and cheer on an East African entrepreneur as she works to grow her business and support her family. Not only will you have the opportunity to help guide someone on their entrepreneurial journey, but you’ll also gain valuable exposure for your own business. Your mentorship can provide inspiration and expertise that will directly impact families, create jobs, and build stronger communities.
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We Invite Churches and groups to join us in the following ways:
Financial Support
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Support Monthly or Annually: Help sustain our programs by becoming a monthly or annual financial partner.
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One-Time Gifts: Make a one-time contribution that directly supports our work.
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Sponsor a Country Program: Invest in an entire country program, creating large-scale impact for families in need.
Partnership Opportunities
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Program Implementation: Partner with Under the Same Tree to bring our empowerment model to the mission fields where your church or group already serves. We can assist in structuring your missions strategy and programming to align with our sustainable model.
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Invite Us to Speak: Bring Under the Same Tree to your church or group event to share our mission, programs, and opportunities to get involved.
Service Projects & Trips
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Join a Service Trip: Participate in hands-on service trips to our international programs in East Africa.