Our Pledge

It is said by many that West Africa is one of the most troubled places on earth; however, we are seeking to change that perception by building school facilities that are equipped with clean water pumps in these impoverished nations. Into Africa Inc. believes that every individual in our global community has the fundamental right to receive a foundational education as well as clean drinking water. We believe that by making the school facility the center of the community’s healthy water, we can also educate the future generations of these nations, thus strengthening their desire for democracy and their ability to attain it.

From civic and township public works development, to improvements within the education and application of information technologies, Into Africa Inc. will continue to provide new jobs, new opportunities and new hope of change. Each country presents its own set of challenges, complexities and situations; however, with your help, the children of West Africa will be drinking clean water and many of them for the rst time. These children will be receiving a quality education that will empower them to play a foundational role in strengthening their community infrastructures, stabilizing their future, and forgoing modern democratic progress in each nation; therefore, building a hope for Africa’s future.

Thousands of children have been orphaned by West Africa’s con ict. According to some estimates, 8000 children were separated from their families or orphaned by the civil unrest. Carol Bellamy, UNICEF’s Executive Director said, “Children should have no part in war.” She added, “The wider problem [is] the complete neglect of a whole generation...” Sociologist Kama Bangura, of the University of Sierra Leone said, “Children will be hardest hit by the gradual collapse of basic services.” With you help, Into Africa Inc. can restore the basic services of education and drinking water in some of the poorest regions of West Africa, including The Gambia, Senegal, Burkina Faso, Guinea, Ivory Coast, Benin, Togo, Liberia, Cameroon and Sierra Leone. With your assistances, Into Africa Inc. will continue to provide the important foundation for a brave new Africa and
beyond.

Why we do what we do?

After living and surviving the war that lasted for ten years in the nation of Sierra Leone, West Africa, Pastor Alvin Smith saw first-hand the tragic condition of the people of Sierra Leone. As a result a new charity was birthed, called "Into-Africa".

Many humanitarian organizations from the West have done a commendable job in seeking to address an on-going problem throughout the region of Africa, but with very little to show for it in return. One of these reasons has to do with sending money to "people and individuals who have no real track record of accountability," even though most investments are given with the hopes that they will do the right thing. Needlessly to say, little if any of the resources given ever fulfill their intended purposes. Into-Africa's unique but simple strategy may be one of the most efficient and effective ministries in Africa today. It has to do with discipleship, which addresses the root of the problem. As a result of twenty years of ministry in the nation of Africa, Pastor Smith has had the privilege of developing young disciples among the indigenous people. A disciple is nothing more than a disciplined learner. This investment has produced men and women of honesty and integrity, and has developed a personal vision within the hearts of these workers to make significant and lasting investments back into their country.

Into Africa's strategy is to partner with these "like-hearted" men and women and assist them in building their nation rather than to do it for them. This is where the name "Into-Africa" was coined. Because of the men and women that have been trained through our ministry – we are not working as an international organization with our fingers crossed, hoping that our money will be utilized correctly. Through the support of grants, foundations and the faithful giving of many of our supporters, Into-Africa has funded and completed various building projects in Sierra Leone as well as Burkina Faso.

It is only through these men and women born and living "in Africa" that Into Africa is able to provide fresh water wells and build churches as well as educational facilities and support medical mission teams. Into-Africa's success now and in the future is due to the faithfulness, prayers and contributions of the congregation, and its' volunteers. These sacrifices and trust are greatly valued and it is Into-Africa's continued commitment to use the resources it is given wisely, and to provide its' donors with the greatest return on their investment. I encourage you to visit us at www.Into-Africa.org. No matter how small your pledge, your partnership with us will take you into Africa where you will make a difference in the lives of many.

It Takes Two

Into-Africa is beginning a new fundraising campaign entitled "It takes two." The truth of the matter is that two are better than one. Here at Into-Africa we have learned that inorder to effectively serve the needs of those throughout Western Africa, it is going to take a concerted effort. It takes two campaign is simply urging our supporters, sponsors, friends and family to give $2.00 per month throughout the year in an effort to complete various building projects in Liberia, Cameroon and Benin. We believe that by asking for $2.00 we are giving everyone - worldwide an opportunity to be apart of a life changing venture. These will be multi-purpose facilities that consist of churches, schools and vocational learning centers, but will also be outfitted with fresh water filtration systems for the general population in the local community. Into-Africa can only make this kind of impact with your generous donation. Maybe you would like to give a one time gift of $24.00 for the project, or maybe if will work better for you to give $2.00 a month. This can be done easily by going to our website: www.into-africa.org. We at Into-Africa are shouting from the rooftops for all of the good things that have happened through this charity. It is our hope and prayer that you would join with us in this celebration. Let's do together what we cannot do alone. It's take two!!