Advance Aid is a new charitable initiative that will enable emergency supplies for Africa to be made in Africa and stored in strategic locations – in advance of any emergency. This time-saving new model for disaster relief will save thousands of lives when disaster strikes. It will also stimulate a healthy culture of trade, not just aid, on the continent of Africa.
Advance Aid is partnering with the private sector, governments and the international community to provide this innovative solution. It was established in 2006 and is a registered charity (number 1117560). Its Director is David Dickie (read his story here).
The thinking behind Advance Aid
Trade and Aid
The current model just doesn’t work. How long has the world been sending aid to Africa, how much aid is sent there each year, and how can Advance Aid help Africa’s economies to turn the cycle of aid into one of trade? Read more here.
Survival Homes
When disaster strikes – whether natural or man-made – you’d be surprised how little it takes to enable a family of five to survive in the short term. Find out here.
Location, location, location
Why are there never enough emergency supplies on hand to help disaster victims within the crucial first few days after disaster strikes? How can Advance Aid address this recurring issue? Find out here.
Connect and collaborate
How does Advance Aid work to ensure that Africa gets its share of the manufacturing market? Read about our collaborative working model here.
You can also help an African family by buying yourself a solar powered torch or lamp here.
The charity’s Trustees are:
John Ralph
Jeremy Crabtree
Janet Clarke
Contact us to find out more about becoming a partner or making a donation.
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