Individuals
Private donors account for nearly a third of our funding. In return for their generous support, we provide periodic reports discussing progress and problems. We also organise trips to the field so donors can see first-hand how their support is transforming lives
By the numbers
3.17 million businesses run
Our entrepreneurs farm crops, manufacture goods, run shops and so much more
4.85 million jobs created
Our Self-Help Group members save together, train together and go into business together
17.46 million lives improved
Every business we help create benefits an average of five family members – young, old and everywhere in between
Based on Guardian datablog charity donations list (minus FACE ratios for The Gavi Fund Affiliate and International Finance Facility for Immunisation Company)
$0.90 of every $1 we raise is spent on programmes
On average, the UK’s 10 biggest development NGOs spent $0.80
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Visit a village
Our Village Uplift Programme attacks poverty on a community-wide scale, bringing Hand in Hand’s job creation model to hundreds of grassroots entrepreneurs at once
Testimonials
"Your work is amazing and incredibly impactful. I wish all our partners were as stellar as Hand in Hand India."
Matt Damon | Co-founder | water.org
“Hand in Hand transforms individual's lives, children's futures and local communities at large. A truly outstanding organization. Now this exciting journey starts in Tanzania.”
Ane M.M. Uggla
"My decision to support Hand in Hand was inspired by its unremitting focus on creating businesses and jobs and the multiplier effect this has on the aspirations, the wellbeing, the future of families and of entire communities." Martin Wiwen-Nilsson | Hand in Hand supporter
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Private donors
Joe Dyson Philanthropy ManagerJoe’s career in charity began at Barnardo’s, where he worked with philanthropists to support the UK’s most vulnerable children. He joined Hand in Hand after developing a keen interest in international development.
jdyson@hihinternational.orgTel: +44 (0)7415 339214
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