We’re $2,500 away from changing lives!

In the village of Koro N’Tossoni, Mali, children are waiting for their new school to be completed. We broke ground two weeks ago, and construction is proceeding well. Unfortunately, due to inflation and exchange rates, we need to raise another $2,500 to complete the construction before the school year starts in October.

The fact that costs went up so fast caught us by surprise. In March 2025, we built a new primary school in Tionso for $21,000. Now, in August 2025, the cost is now $25,136. One reason is inflation, The cost of building materials has gone up, particularly for cement and steel. Another reason is exchange rates. Six months ago, we got 620 West African francs to the dollar, and now we are getting around 540 F. 

At the beginning of August, we disbursed $22,700 to purchase materials and pay for transportation and for skilled laborers. The community has already mobilized to collect sand, gravel, and stones. Dozens of young people who have showed up to help transport supplies, build the foundation, and mix concrete. Our volunteers say this is one of the most motivated villages they have ever seen.

If you have ever considered making a donation, now is the perfect time! Click here to donate online, or visit our Contribute page for our address if you prefer to send a check.

All the funds will go towards transportation of materials to the village and to paying the masons, metalworkers, and painters. 

On behalf of all of us at Build a School in Africa, thank you!