Conservation Workstream
Historical Projects
In 2003 we set up a Small Grants Programme to support local non-governmental organisations; in January of 2003 we gave out 5 initial grants (click here for info about these pilot projects)

• Rugendabara Foundation for Health and Development
• Western Rift Valley Ecological Farm Institute (WREFI)
• Kalhubulha Rural Women and Youth Development Association
• Kibale Association for Rural and Environmental Development (KAFRED)
• Kitagwenda Sustainable Agricultural Advisory Services Association

The organization is concerned about soil conservation and raising funds for a local school. The school has agreed that the organization plants Neem and Muringa trees on their land and will eventually benefit from the sale of the fruits.

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WREFI has a number of demonstration gardens to teach local groups about sustainable farming methods. This project was developed by the organisations trainee farmers and will provide manure for the gardens as well as eggs for consumption and sale.

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The organization began with 5 women wanting to practice soil conservation methods for improved production. The project will help reduce soil erosion and plant trees, particularly fruit trees. The fruits will eventually be used for mulching and improving the soil and the excess sold locally.

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The organization is close to Kibale National Park an area where tourists regularly visit. They aim to mobilize community clean ups of the area, and to raise awareness of ways of recycling articles, particularly plastic bags (Buvera) into rope.

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Local farmers have approached the organisation looking for ways to manage and utilize flood/wetland areas for production. We are funding a 5-day residential course on wetland management for the farmers.

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