We would like to thank those who enable the important work of Africa Heartwood Project through their generous donations. There are many ways to make a positive difference in the world, and the gift of money to carry out humanitarian projects is an essential one. Thank you for your sacrifice - one we regard as sacred and literally life-saving.

Those who volunteer at Africa Heartwood Project care deeply about the individuals who benefit from our work. The work is full of challenges and some disappointments, and it is so encouraging when somebody comes into our world whose heart is knit in the same love and desire to help, who takes the initiative to get involved. We know you give without the expectation of anything in return, and that your hearts are in the right place. But we still think it is important to put a face to our support network, because you are inspiring, and because you deserve to be publically thanked.

Overseas and US-Based Volunteers

Click here to learn more about our volunteer opportunities, and those who have volunteered to further the work of AHP overseas and at home.

Key Financial Contributors

The Garrick Hyde Family - Garrick purchases hand crafted nativity sets from individual artisans from around the world at prices set by the artisans, and sells them to collectors through his website, with all profits being donated to charity. Please visit the Hyde family's website and get inspired by their unique and selfless work: www.worldnativity.com. All sets currently for sale from Africa are from artisans who are also connected to Africa Heartwood Project's artisan support project. Garrick is one of the primary sponsor of our Refugee Orphan Home.

Jan Jones - Mother Jones has contributed time and again when there was no other source for needed funds to keep the Refugee Orphan Home in operation. The generosity and compassion she exhibits in her life is an example of true charity to all who know her.

Djembe Direct - DjembeDirect.com is one online outlet for drums and crafts produced by artisans who have received training and assistance from Africa Heartwood Project. Our initial online space was donated by DjembeDirect.com as a portion of their website. Djembe Direct has committed to cover all overhead and operating expenses for AHP, so 100% of your donations can be used in direct implementation of our humanitarian projects. In addition, built into the drum purchase process is the opportunity for customers to donate to the AHP project of their choice. The generosity of Djembe Direct customers has made a substantial disfference in the lives of many drum builders, refugee orphans, deaf students, and small coummunities in Ghana. To learn more, visit www.djembedirect.com today!

The Herrod Foundation - This generous foundation is committed to helping children around the world, and have made sustaining contributions to the operation of our Refugee Orphan Home. Thank you for your compassion and support, Michael and The Herrod Foundation! You are keeping the hope alive! www.herrodfoundation.ch

Up With Kids - Shauna Livingston has a special love for children, which manifests itself in her everyday work at Up With Kids, a musical theatre training program for children and youth in Utah. Up With Kids families have contributed to the changed lives of our children at our Refugee Orphan Home. Visit their website, www.upwithkids.com.

Salt Lake African Drum and Dance Ensemble - This group of African drum and dance teachers, students, and enthusiasts was initially put together to raise money for the Alantaso Water Project fundraising event, the World Music Benefit Concert I. Since then they have donated their time and talent to perform at a variety of events and benefits, for the sake of supporting Africa Heartwood Project work, including the recent World Music Benefit Concert II. Thank you - Jeni, Rosie, Dave, Kayla, Michelle, Kim, James, Pam, Aime, Natosha, Pierre, Quinn, Tyler, and Andy - for sharing your love of West African drum and dance in such a meaningful way! To book the Ensemble for performances in Salt Lake City, please contact Andy.