Our Commitment to rural Communities

Imagine a world where every cotton farmer receives the recognition and support they deserve. Through our Farmer Return Program, we’re turning this vision into reality. Together with the brands and companies we partner with, we ensure a fair return to farmers - acknowledging their essential role in shaping a sustainable future.

Active program

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Support reached

$ 35 000

May 2025: Decentralized wi-fi network

Program package

Decentralized wi-fi network at five schools of the area

Funding

$ 18 000

Location

Mumbwa, Central Province

Sponsored by:

October 2024: EPSON projector set

Program sponsored by Ron Herman, Pilgrim Surf+Supply, Magic Number and Mitsui & Co. through the creation of over 4700 garments made from cotton cultivated by 134 smallholder farmers.

Program package

EPSON projector set and other items at five schools of the area

$ 12 000

Location

Mumbwa, Central Province

Sponsored by:

June 2024: Lighting school

Program sponsored by Ron Herman and Pilgrim Surf+Supply and through the creation of 1155 garments made from cotton cultivated by 134 smallholder farmers.

Program package

Solar lighting system and other items at five schools of the area

Funding

$ 2 300

Location

Mumbwa, Central Province

Sponsored by:

September 2023: Lighting school

Program sponsored by Ron Herman through the creation of 775 garments made from cotton cultivated by 85 smallholder farmers.

Program package

Solar lighting kit and other items at four schools of the area

Funding

$ 1 400

Location

Mumbwa, Central Province

Sponsored by:

Program Timeline

Funding

Program sponsored by Ron Herman, Pilgrim Surf Supply and Mitsui & Co. through the creation of over 5800 garments made from cotton cultivated by 134 smallholder farmers.

(Nguzu, Shichibwa)

(Choombwa, Ninive, Lukunka, Nalubanda, Mwempe)

(Choombwa, Ninive, Lukunka, Nalubanda, Mwempe)

(Choombwa, Ninive, Lukunka, Nalubanda, Mwempe)