Hands Along the Nile Development Services, Inc. (HANDS)

06/18/2026

It’s Throwback Thursday! Our Young Entrepreneurs Program gives female artisans the chance to strengthen their business knowledge and their handicraft skills through collaborating with artisans from across Egypt and with US trainers, like Sharmila Karamchandani and Loulou Marino.

We are excited to continue expanding our impact on talented female artisans through our next round of training in Egypt!

06/17/2026

Thank you to Pence Wealth Management for helping women in Upper Egypt launch small businesses. These efforts empower women to provide for their families and pursue lasting independence. We're so grateful to Pence Wealth Management for their sponsorship!

06/11/2026

A big thank you to for their sponsorship of HANDS, which enables parents in Egypt to start small businesses to support their families. When a household has a more stable income, the children are allowed to stay in school, not needing to drop out to work in menial jobs to support the family. This breaks the cycle of poverty and empowers children to work toward a better future. We're so grateful for &LANA's generous sponsorship!

06/10/2026

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06/09/2026

We'd be honored to have you join us for our 2026 Fall Benefit Dinner in New York City support of training programs for female entrepreneurs in Egypt.

This year, we will be awarding our Egyptian-American Changemakers award to Suzy Wahba, a renowned financial expert, former Bloomberg Television anchor, and dedicated philanthropist. Throughout her accomplished career in global finance, journalism, and philanthropy, Suzy has been a passionate advocate for uplifting communities and inspiring positive change around the world. Join us on Thursday evening, October 15th, as we celebrate Suzy's remarkable contributions and commitment to service.

Early-bird rates for tickets and table sponsorships are available through the end of July. Tickets can be purchased here: https://hands.networkforgood.com/events/100474-fall-2026-benefit-event-in-nyc

We look forward to sharing this inspiring evening with you!

06/05/2026

Whether you're learning for travel, work, family, or personal enrichment, our Arabic program is designed around you. Enjoy one-on-one online lessons with native Egyptian Arabic teachers who tailor each session to your goals, interests, and pace.

✨ Start with a FREE trial class!

📩 Reach out today to reserve your spot and begin your Arabic learning journey.

06/05/2026

🌍 World Environment Day 2026 🌱

Today, we celebrate the importance of protecting our natural resources and building a sustainable future.

Through our Smart Water for Small Farmers in Egypt project, HANDS is helping smallholder farmers adopt drip irrigation systems and solar-powered irrigation solutions that reduce water consumption, lower energy use, and improve agricultural productivity. By promoting efficient water management and renewable energy, the project helps farmers adapt to climate challenges while protecting vital environmental resources.

💧☀️ You can help us expand this impact by supporting the project with a donation. Together, we can empower farmers, conserve precious resources, and create a greener future for rural communities in Egypt.

🔗 Donate today:
https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/smartwatersmallfarmersegypt/

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This project helps small farmers in Upper Egypt use water and energy more efficiently. It will install 20 drip irrigation systems and 2 solar-powered drip irrigation models in Minya, reducing water use by 30-50% and energy costs by 60-80%. It also includes farmer training, technical support, and U.S...

06/04/2026

When Nourah lost her husband, she was left to support three children alone. Through a HANDS-sponsored program, she received sheep and training on how to raise them successfully. She now cares for a growing flock that is creating new opportunities for her family.

Nourah feels a renewed sense of purpose and hope, and her children now have a safer, more hopeful future ahead. We are so grateful to our generous supporters for making this possible.

Haven't had a chance to make your gift to support moms in rural Egypt who want to support their households with small farms? Your donation will be matched by some very generous friends of HANDS!

https://hands.networkforgood.com/projects/300177-microfarms-for-mothers

06/02/2026

We're so grateful to Cornerstone Realty Group for bringing Egyptians and Americans together in support of underserved communities. Thanks to their support, children in Egypt face brighter futures!

05/27/2026