The Malawi Children's Village

07/27/2026

These kids make using the treadle pumps look easy!
MCV's irrigation program currently includes 36 irrigation sites, irrigation equipment and agricultural support for 662 farmers. Current equipment includes 75 treadle pumps, 11 solar-powered pumps, and 8 gas-powered pumps. Farmers cultivate a diverse range of crops, such as onions, tomatoes, mustard greens, cabbage, green beans, bananas, and green peppers. This produce helps strengthen local food security and villager livelihoods. Learn more about our sustainable food programs at our website! malawichildrensvillage.org

07/24/2026

MCV's special needs program has been supporting orphans and vulnerable children and their families for over 18years! Learn more on our website: https://malawichildrensvillage.org/

06/24/2026

Learn more about our irrigation program and MCV's other sustainable programs.
https://malawichildrensvillage.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2026-Summer-Newsletter-1.pdf

The program:
-Operates 36 irrigation sites.
-Provides irrigation equipment for 662 farmers.
-94 pumps are being utilized by farmers to be able to have a better crop or even an additional growing season.

06/19/2026

Extreme weather, unpredictable rains, and rising costs are worsening food insecurity across Malawi, making it increasingly difficult for families to grow enough food to survive. Through sustainable solutions like irrigation systems and climate-resilient agriculture, Malawi Children's Village is helping communities adapt, rebuild, and grow hope for the future.
Read our latest update to learn about our sustainable programs!
https://malawichildrensvillage.org/summer-2026-update-is-here/

06/09/2026

Our Summer 2026 Update is here! 🌱 See how your support is helping communities in Malawi build resilience, grow hope, and adapt to a changing climate. Read more: https://malawichildrensvillage.org/summer-2026-update-is-here/

04/02/2026

🛏️ A Simple Net That Saves Lives

Mosquito nets have been shown to reduce malaria cases is children by 60%!

During peak mosquito season this year (January 2026), Malawi Children’s Village distributed 96 insecticide-treated bed nets to vulnerable children—paired with hands-on education to ensure they’re used effectively.

A simple solution. A life-saving impact.
Explore more stories like this on our website.

The MCV bednet distribution program prevents malaria by distributing bednets and providing instruction in how to use them. Catherine Shabani delivers the bed nets to the village households, instructs the guardians in their use, and periodically does in-village inspections of those in use. This instr...

03/31/2026

Learn more at malawichildrensvillage.org

03/20/2026

Building protection. Strengthening stability.

Construction has begun at MCV to protect teacher housing from seasonal flooding. After severe rains and a cyclone in 2023 caused repeated flooding, crews are creating new drainage channels and strengthening a nearby stream to move water safely away from homes.

This project will help ensure teachers and their families can live and work without disruption during the rainy season—supporting a stronger, more stable learning environment for the children they serve.

Construction has officially commenced to reduce flooding around the MCV teacher housing compound! Our team has started digging new drainage channels behind the buildings to help move water away from the houses during heavy rains. These efforts come in response to the cyclone that struck Mangochi in....

03/13/2026

Growing Hope 🌱

Our Demonstration Garden is more than just a garden — it’s a place where fresh food, learning, and community come together. By growing nutritious produce and sharing gardening skills, we’re helping fight food insecurity and empowering families to grow their own healthy food.

Every seed planted is a step toward stronger, healthier communities. 🌿

Food insecurity continues to worsen across Malawi each year. Extreme weather, rising costs, and repeated crop losses leave people struggling to grow enough food to feed their families. MCV is taking steps to support sustainable solutions.

02/09/2026

Your generosity. Their future.
Thank you to our donors.