🌍 Join us on Thursday, October 24th, at 6:00 PM MST for a powerful virtual event, Bridging Gaps: Sustainable Development in Rural Uganda. This event brings together leading organizations like Rooted Wisdom Africa, The Giving Exchange, Far Away Friends, and Water to Thrive to explore innovative solutions in sustainable farming, female entrepreneurship, water access, education, and refugee resettlement. 💬 Customize your experience by selecting up to three breakout sessions with interactive Q&A discussions. Don't miss this opportunity to engage directly with experts in the field and make a tangible impact. 🔗 Register now and take part in shaping the future of rural Uganda: https://lnkd.in/gtXupCGr #SustainableDevelopment #Uganda #FemaleEntrepreneurship #EducationForAll #WaterAccess #RefugeeResettlement
Far Away Friends
International Affairs
Denver, Colorado 209 followers
Partnering with local leaders and equipping youth in rural Uganda with the tools to break cycles of poverty forever.
About us
Far Away Friends exists to equip youth in rural Uganda with the tools to transform their own communities and break cycles of poverty forever. Through our partnerships with high-impact local leaders in the communities we serve, we're investing in the development of resources that support the whole child. Since 2016, we have been providing access to high quality primary education for children in Amolatar District at our model school, Global Leaders Primary (GLP). Our Primary 7 students have successfully passed their Primary Leaving Exams (PLE) at a 100% pass rate in the top two divisions, putting GLP on the map as one of the best private schools in the region. Additionally, we support the salaries and continued professional development of 22 Teachers and school support staff, as well as partner with several resource-poor, high-potential government schools to improve student learning environments as part of our School Outreach Program. To learn more about our work, and how you can get involved, visit: www.farawayfriends.org
- Website
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http://farawayfriendsglobal.com
External link for Far Away Friends
- Industry
- International Affairs
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Denver, Colorado
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2014
- Specialties
- Education, International Development, Cross-Cultural Engagement, Economic Empowerment, Global Citizenship, International Travel, Primary Education, and Do No Harm Development
Locations
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Primary
1968 S Van Gordon St
Denver, Colorado 80228, US
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Namasale
Namasale Sub County, Amolatar District, UG
Employees at Far Away Friends
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Rodney A. Archer
Global Diplomat | Conflict Resolution | Banking | International Devlopment | Advocacy | USAID Volunteer | Entrepreneur
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Erika O'Connor
Operations manager
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Shannon Rohrer-Phillips
Social Impact Architect. Human Advocate. Nature Lover. Mother. Believer.
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Sean Korbitz
Director Of Photography at Defiant, Media Director at Far Away Friends
Updates
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🥘 350 students. 3 meals a day. 9 months out of the year. That's the scale of the impact we're making together! 🙌 🍽️ Breakfast, lunch, and dinner—every day, for 9 months. These meals aren't just about food—they're about giving our students the energy they need to thrive, learn, and grow. But we can't do it without YOU. 👉 Donate today to help us keep serving these life-changing meals. Your support ensures our students continue to receive the nutrition they need to succeed! Visit www.farawayfriends.org to support a student's meal account for one month for $30! #MealsMatter #FuelTheFuture #SupportStudents #EndHunger #EducationForAll
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🥘 350 students. 3 meals a day. 9 months out of the year. That's the scale of the impact we're making together! 🙌 🍽️ Breakfast, lunch, and dinner—every day, for 9 months. These meals aren't just about food—they're about giving our students the energy they need to thrive, learn, and grow. But we can't do it without YOU. 👉 Donate today to help us keep serving these life-changing meals. Your support ensures our students continue to receive the nutrition they need to succeed! Visit www.farawayfriends.org to support a student's meal account for one month for $30! #MealsMatter #FuelTheFuture #SupportStudents #EndHunger #EducationForAll
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🍽️ Did you know we serve over 100,000 meals every year to our students? 😲 That's a TON of plates—each one nourishing a child's ability to learn! For many, these school meals are their primary source of nutrition. And it's your support that makes it possible! 🙌 👉 Donate today to keep the meals coming and be part of something truly impactful. Together, we're fueling the future—one meal at a time. 💪 Visit www.farawayfriends.org to join our community for educational equity! #MealsMatter #EndHunger #SupportStudents #FuelTheFuture #ImpactInAction
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"Should schools really provide more than one meal a day for students?" 🤔 If parents are struggling to put food on the table, should schools step in to ensure kids get the nutrition they need to thrive? Or is it time we rethink how we support families beyond the classroom? It's a tough question, but here's the reality: for many of our students, school meals are their only reliable source of food. One meal might not be enough. So, what do you think? Who should ensure children have what they need during the day? Is this a school's responsibility, or should we look to bigger solutions? While we work on systemic change, your support helps provide students with access to multiple meals a day—ensuring they're fueled for success. 🍽️ Share your thoughts below and let's talk about it. 👇 #MealsMatter #EndHunger #SupportStudents #ToughQuestions #FuelTheFuture
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✨ Living Our Values, One Meal at a Time ✨ Thanks to YOU, our #MealsMatter campaign is 44% of the way to feeding more students and fueling brighter futures at Global Leaders Primary! 🍎📚 We're "living our values" just like this student's tee — providing both education and the meals kids need to thrive. 🙌🏾 Help us hit our $100k goal by year's end and ensure no child has to learn on an empty stomach. Every gift counts! 💙 Donate today at www.farawayfriends.org #LivingOurValues #EndSchoolHunger #FuelForSchool #ImpactNow #FarAwayFriends
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🌍 Join us on Thursday, October 24th, at 6:00 PM MST for a powerful virtual event, Bridging Gaps: Sustainable Development in Rural Uganda. This event brings together leading organizations like Rooted Wisdom Africa, The Giving Exchange, Far Away Friends, and Water to Thrive to explore innovative solutions in sustainable farming, female entrepreneurship, water access, education, and refugee resettlement. 💬 Customize your experience by selecting up to three breakout sessions with interactive Q&A discussions. Don't miss this opportunity to engage directly with experts in the field and make a tangible impact. 🔗 Register now and take part in shaping the future of rural Uganda: https://lnkd.in/gtXupCGr #SustainableDevelopment #Uganda #FemaleEntrepreneurship #EducationForAll #WaterAccess #RefugeeResettlement
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🌍 Join us on Thursday, October 24th, at 6:00 PM MST for a powerful virtual event, Bridging Gaps: Sustainable Development in Rural Uganda. This event brings together leading organizations like Rooted Wisdom Africa, The Giving Exchange, Far Away Friends, and Water to Thrive to explore innovative solutions in sustainable farming, female entrepreneurship, water access, education, and refugee resettlement. 💬 Customize your experience by selecting up to three breakout sessions with interactive Q&A discussions. Don't miss this opportunity to engage directly with experts in the field and make a tangible impact. 🔗 Register now and take part in shaping the future of rural Uganda: https://lnkd.in/gtXupCGr #SustainableDevelopment #Uganda #FemaleEntrepreneurship #EducationForAll #WaterAccess #RefugeeResettlement
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Access to a meal at school can transform a student's day. Every meal matters -- particularly for our little learners! This fall, we're on a mission to raise $100,000 to fuel school meals for all 500 students at our school. Your gift of $30 provides a child with school meals for 1 month 🍎 Let's transform access to learning together! Visit www.farawayfriends.org to donate! #MealsMatter #NutritionForAll #SupportEducation #StudentWellness
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🌍 Amos' Story: "Our school has lunch, but many others don't." This reality is all too common for students in our community. School meals are a lifeline, allowing children to focus, learn, and thrive. But many schools still go without. With your help, we can change this. Join us in ensuring every student has access to the nutrition they need to succeed. 💪 👉 Donate today or start your own fundraiser to make a lasting impact! Every meal counts! Visit: www.farawayfriends.org #MealsMatter #EndHunger #FeedTheFuture #EducationForAll #SupportStudents