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- EIN 54-2021367
- 678-534-5833
- 3295 River Exchange Pkwy Suite 300 Norcross GA 30092 USA
- www.solarlightforafrica.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Energy Resources Conservation & Development, Environment, Federated Giving Programs, Philanthropy
Mission: Through the solar electrification of public rural facilities, SLA is able to foster economic development, increased educational opportunity, and improved healthcare.Through the solar electrification of rural villages and homes, SLA is able to empower Africa’s poorest families for micro-enteprise and educational development.Through its annual youth and medical mission, SLA provides cross-cultural collaboration and promotes understanding between American and African youth and professionals.
Results: >2400 systems installed in 8 countries in Africa >200 youth in mission of rural electrification over 10 years >4 utility-scale water projects completed in Uganda >330 village homes electrified since 2005 >5 annual medical/dental missions completed >Focus on public facilities for over 12 years: schools, orphanages, churches, hospitals - providing access to better healthcare, increased educational opportunity, and micro-enterprise development for thousands of people!
Direct beneficiaries per year: >minimum # systems installed per year is 20; maximum is 400, depending upon funding and project projections
Geographic areas served: East Africa, West Africa