Farmers are the key to achieving food security and prosperity.
In Sub-Saharan Africa, most people living on $1 a day are farmers. One Acre Fund supplies farmers with the farm supplies and training they need to grow more food and earn more money. What we do
Delivering prosperity
Millions of farmers choose to work with One Acre Fund to feed their families and improve their lives. Our impact
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We serve
families who earn a living from small, rain-fed farms in rural areas
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We work
in the 9 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa that produce 80% of the continent's food
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We supply
quality seed and agricultural services to make farms more productive
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We deliver
larger harvests and 45% more farm income on the same plot of land
Invest in small-scale farms in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Farmers choose to work with One Acre Fund to improve their farms and their lives. Your donation helps One Acre Fund deliver services to a farm family for a full year.
"Farming and the salon business have given me the means to provide for my daughter and educate her."
Support Smallholder Farmers. It Takes a Village.
Thriving communities are sustained by people power. Smallholder farmers are proof of what’s possible when communities come together. They’re working hard to increase their harvests, share their surplus food, and help their neighbors achieve food security—building stronger, more resilient communities. Learn more
It Takes A Village Campaign Stories
Asterie Ntahonvukiye is a trained teacher and passionate volunteer in rural Burundi, but her classroom extends far beyond the school walls. As the leader of a local farming group, she’s committed to ensuring that every member has the skills they need to thrive. For Asterie, farming is not just about growing crops; it’s about fostering a stronger, more resilient community. Her story highlights the power of collective action—how shared knowledge and resources can transform lives and build lasting impact, not only for individual farmers but for entire communities.
A Friendship That Sparked Change: Febronie and Vestine's Story
In the heart of Bugesera District, Rwanda, Febronie Mukashyaka, a young mother of three, grappled with the daily challenge of providing for her family while staying close to her children. Her journey took a turn when she visited Vestine Mukashyaka, a 52-year-old neighbor and fellow local savings group member.
Branching out: How One Acre Fund is helping mushroom farmers access new markets
Mushroom farming is a new agricultural endeavour for many of Burundi's smallholders. However those trying their hands at farming fungi are seeing remarkable results.
Explore Our Impact: Insights and Data Library
By sharing our data, successes, and learnings, we offer a transparent view into how we measure and achieve our impact. Dive into comprehensive reports and publications that reflect our commitment to rigorous measurement and continuous improvement. Discover more insights
Features & stories
Learn more about the people we serve, the challenges they face and see our work in action.
1 farmer, 61,000 tree seedlings
Meet Yeshiwas Ayehu, an innovative farmer from Ethiopia whose commitment to growing and distributing trees in his community is changing their lives and the landscape around them.
Our impact in Burundi doubled last year - here's how
2023 marked a second year of 50% growth in Burundi as we expanded to meet high demand for our program.
The power of women smallholder farmers
Investing in women smallholder farmers like Jeanne D'Arc Mbanira is critical to significantly increasing agricultural productivity, food security, and household prosperity.
Farming futures: How youth are cultivating prosperity
In Africa, young people like Taifa represent a significant demographic, with 70% of Sub-Saharan Africa under the age of 30. As this new wave of farmers like Taifa steps up to inherit the mantle from their predecessors, there is a compelling need to encourage even more young people to embrace farming.
