MALAWI CHILDREN’S VILLAGE, EST. 1997

A Child Deserves More Than Survival.

In the villages along Lake Malawi's southwest shore, thousands of orphaned children are growing up without parents, but not without hope. Since 1997, Malawi Children's Village has been there, working alongside families and communities to make sure every child is seen, supported, and given the chance to thrive.

It takes a village to raise a child. We are that village.

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OUR IMPACT

27 Years. 12,000 Children. One Proven Model.

Malawi Children's Village (MCV) is a Malawian-led nonprofit serving orphaned and vulnerable children across 39 villages in the Mangochi District, right on the shores of Lake Malawi. Our village-based model keeps children rooted in family and community while surrounding them with the healthcare, education, and nutritional support they need to grow into independent, healthy adults.

We don't build orphanages. We strengthen villages.

12,000+

Children supported since 1997

91%

Of orphans attend school

80%

Reduction in malaria cases

What We Do

Programs built around children to meet a variety of needs.

From a mosquito net that saves a life tonight to a scholarship that changes a family's future forever, MCV meets a variety of needs.

Village Fieldwork

Our team visits all 39 villages regularly, ensuring orphans' needs are met.

Secondary Education

Scholarship-based secondary education for orphans, pass rates exceeding the national average.

School-to-School

U.S. schools partner with local Malawian primary schools to provide resources.

Technical Skills Training

Trades training in masonry, carpentry, sewing & more, 87% job placement rate.

Malaria Prevention

Bednet distribution + follow-up inspections have slashed malaria episodes by 60%.

Food Security

19 irrigation sites and emergency maize distribution protect families in the hunger season.

Special Needs Program

Village-based therapy, weekly CP clinic, custom wheelchairs, and mobility devices built on-site.

University Scholarships

Sponsoring Malawi's future leaders through competitive university degree programs.

GRADUATE STORY

"I Did Not Know What I Would Do Without MCV."

Eunice Dzikiti, Secondary School English Teacher

When Eunice's father died, her path forward disappeared overnight. School felt impossible. The future felt out of reach. Then MCV stepped in. With financial support, encouragement, and a community that refused to let her fall through the cracks, Eunice earned a degree in education from Adventist University. Today she teaches secondary school English, and she is one of more than 12,000 children whose story MCV helped write.

The Backbone of MCV: Our Village Volunteers

Two volunteers serve every one of MCV's 39 villages, local men and women who know their neighbors, understand their needs, and advocate for every orphaned child in their community. They identify children at risk, ensure families have what they need, and serve as the human link between MCV and the villages we serve. Some of the very first volunteers are still serving today, more than 25 years later.

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TRANSPARENCY

Your Donation Works Hard in Malawi

MCV is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. We receive no government funding and no large institutional grants. Every dollar we raise comes from people like you, and 92 cents of every dollar goes directly to programs on the ground in Malawi. MCV has no paid U.S. staff. No board members receive compensation.

92%

Of donations fund programs directly

Paid to U.S. board

501(c)(3)

Fully accredited nonprofit since 1997

WE NEED YOU

How You Can Make a Difference

MCV is powered by individual donors, dedicated volunteers, and forward-thinking corporate partners. Every contribution - in time, talent, or donations - goes directly to children and communities in Malawi.

Donate

Your gift provides school uniforms, bed nets, medical care, and meals for orphaned children who have no safety net. Every amount matters.

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Spread the word

You don't have to be in Malawi to make a difference. Share our story, host a fundraiser in your community, or get your workplace involved - every conversation brings more support to the villages

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Corporate Giving

Partner with MCV through employee giving programs, matching gifts, or project sponsorships. We'll work with you to align giving with your CSR goals.

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NEWS & STORIES

From the Field

Stay up to date with the latest stories, updates, and news from MCV's villages in Malawi.

A Simple Net That Saves Lives

March 10, 2026

Malaria continues to be one of the leading causes of death among young children in Malawi. The under-five mortality rate has historically been as high as 20%, with nearly half of those deaths linked to malaria. Preventing infection during their earliest years is critical. One effective way to... The post A Simple Net That Saves Lives appeared first on Malawi Children's Village.

Construction Begins to Protect Teacher Housing from Flooding

By Caroline Matkom • March 3, 2026

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 March... The post Construction Begins to Protect Teacher Housing from Flooding appeared first on Malawi Children's Village.

Growing Hope: Demonstration Garden Fights Food Insecurity

By Caroline Matkom • January 30, 2026

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. One exciting example is MCV’s very first demonstration garden. The garden was... The post Growing Hope: Demonstration Garden Fights Food Insecurity appeared first on Malawi Children's Village.