OUR STORY
From Hope to Lasting Change
A Chance for Change Foundation was established with a belief that communities should have the opportunity, resources and support to shape their own futures.
Today, we work alongside communities in Zambia to turn hope into action, creating economic opportunities, strengthening capabilities and building partnerships that support sustainable, self-reliant development.
OUR PURPOSE
The Future We Are Working Towards
Our vision defines the change we seek, while our mission guides how we work with communities to achieve it.
OUR VISION
A Zambia free from poverty, where every family enjoys equitable access to opportunities and resources for sustainable growth and lasting prosperity.
OUR MISSION
We identify individuals and families living in poverty, provide them with skills training and essential resources such as financial support and guidance, and facilitate access to opportunities that foster economic empowerment and improved quality of life.
OUR CORE VALUES
The Principles That Guide Us
Our values shape how we work, how we build relationships and how we remain accountable to the communities and partners we serve.
EMPOWERMENT
We equip our beneficiaries with the skills and support they need to take control of their lives and build a path out of poverty. We also ensure that our team has the necessary tools and expertise to deliver our services efficiently and effectively.
RESILIENCE
We recognize that overcoming poverty is a long-term endeavor that requires perseverance, and we ensure our team understands this. We build the capacity of those in poverty to adapt, overcome economic hardships, and thrive in the face of challenges.
SUSTAINABILITY
We are committed to delivering solutions that last by ensuring that our interventions are designed not just for immediate relief but for long-term impact, aligning with our vision of a Zambia free from poverty.
COLLABORATION
We recognize that working in partnership with other stakeholders strengthens our efforts and amplifies our impact. We engage with them to co-create solutions and leverage collective knowledge, expertise, and resources.
INTEGRITY
We uphold transparency, accountability, and ethical behavior. We aim to earn the trust and confidence of the communities we serve and our partners by delivering on promises, using resources responsibly, and ensuring that all our interventions support our vision.
INNOVATION
We embrace creativity, adaptability, and the exploration of new ideas and approaches to create sustainable and impactful solutions that meet the evolving needs of individuals and families in poverty.
HOW WE WORK
From Community Priorities to Lasting Change
We work alongside communities and partners to identify priorities, develop practical solutions and strengthen the local capacity needed to sustain progress over time.
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LISTEN & UNDERSTAND
We engage communities to understand their priorities, challenges, existing strengths and opportunities.
CO-CREATE SOLUTIONS
We work with communities and partners to develop practical solutions that respond to local realities and aspirations.
IMPLEMENT & LEARN
We put solutions into action, track progress and use evidence and experience to continuously improve our programmes.
STRENGTHEN & SUSTAIN
We strengthen local capabilities, systems and partnerships so that progress can continue beyond individual projects.
OUR THEORY OF CHANGE
From Opportunity to Lasting Change
We believe lasting change becomes possible when people can access opportunities and essential services, strengthen their capabilities, and help shape the decisions that affect their lives.
1. The challenge
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3. Immediate change
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4. The change we seek
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5. Our vision
Poverty and exclusion limit access to skills, resources, essential services and opportunities.
Through community-led programmes, advocacy and partnerships, we strengthen skills, livelihoods, digital inclusion, food security and climate resilience.
People gain practical capabilities, stronger connections, better access to services and markets, and a greater voice in decisions affecting their lives.
More secure livelihoods, improved wellbeing, stronger resilience and greater self-reliance for individuals, families and communities.
A Zambia free from poverty, where every family enjoys equitable access to opportunities and resources for sustainable growth and lasting prosperity.
We listen, learn and adapt with communities and partners as needs and circumstances change.
LEADERSHIP & GOVERNANCE
Leadership Built on Accountability
Strong governance is essential to delivering meaningful and sustainable impact. Our leadership and governance structures provide strategic direction, oversight and accountability while ensuring that the Foundation remains focused on its mission and responsibilities to the communities and partners we serve.
STRATEGIC OVERSIGHT
ACCOUNTABLE LEADERSHIP
ETHICAL GOVERNANCE
WHERE WE WORK
Working With Communities Across Zambia
Our work reaches communities across Zambia, with programmes and partnerships designed around local priorities and opportunities. We combine community-level implementation with collaboration across government, civil society and the private sector to strengthen sustainable development outcomes.
