Our Journey to Senegal with UNH’s International Changemaker Grant In January, Full Bucket Foundation had the privilege of partnering with the University of New Hampshire (UNH) and their International Changemaker Grant recipients on a transformative journey to Senegal. This collaboration aimed to help a local boarding school, known as a Daara, become more self-sustainable, positively impacting the lives of its students and the broader community. Background: The Daara and Its Challenges Daaras in Senegal provide critical education and daily necessities to children from underprivileged backgrounds. However, due to limited financial resources, these schools often send students out to beg for food and money, exposing them to various dangers, including human trafficking and prolonged periods of hunger. Our mission at Daara Miftawul Hudaa in Kaolack was to create a sustainable solution that would allow the 392 students to focus on their education without the burden of daily begging. The Project: Building a Sustainable Future Our team, comprising UNH students Becaye Gueye (Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems), Jesus La Paz (Analytical Economics and Justice Studies), and Syeda Khadija Haq (Business Administration and Economics), aimed to enhance the productivity and profitability of the Daara’s 5-acre farm. By doing so, we hoped to secure a steady food supply and improve living conditions for the students. Growing up in underdeveloped countries, these students have seen firsthand the impacts of economic hardships. This project resonated deeply with them and aligned with Full Bucket Foundation’s commitment to economic empowerment, sustainable development, and alleviating poverty. Discovering Senegal: A …

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