Our Story: How It All Began
What started with a chance encounter in 2023 has blossomed into a lifeline for an entire community. When our trustees met a local Malawian woman with a vision to feed hungry children in her family’s village, Rising Stars of Malawi was born.
We discovered that the simplest solutions often create the most significant impact.
By focusing on nutritious daily meals for the youngest and most vulnerable children, we’re not just filling bellies—we’re fueling potential.
Our Impact at a Glance
- 150+ children fed daily
- 6 young people in vocational training
- Jobs created for local community members, including those with disabilities
- 100% community-driven solutions: 2 village partnerships established
- 1 new feeding center launched in 2025 –> New potential to reach approximately 200+ children across both villages
OUR PROGRAMS
Nutrition first feeding
Every weekday morning, the aroma of fortified maize porridge draws 80-120 children ages 1-6 to our feeding program. These little ones—too young for school and most vulnerable to malnutrition—receive a carefully crafted meal that delivers essential nutrients during their critical developmental years.
Our special 1:3 ratio of groundnuts to maize provides optimal protein and energy, giving these children the foundation they need to grow, learn, and thrive.
What Makes Us Different: The RSM Approach
Community-Driven Solutions
We listen first, then act. Every initiative is developed with and for the community we serve.
At RSM, we believe lasting change comes through true partnership. Our model is simple but powerful: we provide the nutritious food and program expertise, while communities contribute spaces, local knowledge, and volunteer support. This approach ensures community ownership, maximizes your donation impact, and creates truly sustainable programs.
Resourceful & Responsible
Rather than building expensive new structures, we breathe new life into existing community spaces. In Mabinyani, we’re revitalizing a former nursery building that has stood unused for three years. This approach allows us to direct more resources to what matters most—feeding children and creating local employment opportunities.
Lean & Agile: With minimal overhead and bureaucracy, we respond quickly to emerging needs and opportunities.
Sustainable Solutions: We leverage existing resources, like community buildings, to maximize the impact of every donation.
Local Employment: Our programs are implemented by local staff, creating jobs while ensuring cultural relevance.
Beyond Feeding: Building Futures
Our commitment extends beyond immediate hunger relief:
Skills for Life: We sponsor six promising teenagers at the local vocational training center, covering 75% of their tuition for trades like electrical work, mechanics, and tailoring—creating pathways out of poverty.
Health & Wellness: To maximize the benefits of proper nutrition, we provide de-worming tablets (with parental consent) to help children better absorb nutrients.
Economic Empowerment: We create meaningful employment opportunities, including positions for people with disabilities who face significant barriers to work in rural Malawi.
Micro-Enterprise: Our small shop selling donated UK garments provides sustainable income for both a woman with disabilities and our ongoing programs.