Food insecurity is a global crisis, as whole communities struggle with lack of basic resources and the myriad life-threatening health issues that result. SEED Madagascar, a recent DRI Foundation grant recipient, is working to combat this ongoing threat.
SEED Madagascar manages a wide range of sustainable development and conservation projects across the Anosy region. Since its inception in 2001, it has worked to raise global awareness of Madagascar’s unique needs and build partnerships to aid development.
The COVID-19 pandemic, along with climate-induced drought, resulted in 1.14 million food-insecure people in the region. In response, 2021, SEED’s Emergency Food Distribution Program has been working to improve the immediate health and long-term resilience of these communities.
“This year has been particularly difficult. The Southeast has faced a relentless series of climate-driven disasters – droughts, floods, cyclones, and wildfires,” said Mark Jacobs, SEED Madagascar Managing Director. “Just as food security was beginning to show signs of improvement, these events have again pushed many communities into crisis.
“Your generosity is vital in helping us continue our emergency food distribution project and broader resilience work. These include identifying undernourished children and helping them – and their families – recover and thrive. We truly couldn’t do this without the support of compassionate individuals like you.”
The DRI Foundation is proud to provide support and vital financial assistance to such nonprofit organizations to aid their missions in communities where they are needed. Click here to learn more about how you can help.