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Hands holding a newly woven basket
Community members celebrating a harvest together
A woman shaping a clay pot by hand
A young woman weaving a colorful basket
Ever Retreat Foundation

Empowering African Communities

Creating opportunities for youth, women, and persons with disabilities through skills, creativity, and sustainable initiatives.

Youth and women from Ever Retreat Foundation programs gathered together in Rwanda
About us

What is Ever Retreat Foundation?

Ever Retreat Foundation was born from a relationship that began long before the Foundation had a name, with the women of Rubavu who helped carry the materials to build Ever Retreat and became part of its story.

We connect local talent with opportunity through education, culture, and eco-friendly innovation.

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Our impact

Our Progress

Turning potential into progress for youth, women, and persons with disabilities.

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35+

People trained to weave baskets

3+

Women empowered to start small businesses

300+

Young people united through tournaments

Achievements so far
Our story

The beginning of a shared vision

Moments of inspiration and teamwork as we shared ideas and set the vision for what was to come.

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Community members dancing and celebrating together
A facilitator presenting to participants
A courtyard full of women weaving baskets together
A participant sharing her ideas with the group
Young women attending a skills workshop
Program participants gathered by the lake
A program participant during a training session
Testimonials

Our impact through their eyes

Every voice tells a story of hope, growth, and empowerment.

With the support I received, I started my own small business. It’s now growing and helping me to earn a living and support my family.
MukankusiSmall Business Owner
We learned tailoring through the program, and today more than 30 of us are working together, creating clothes and building our future.
KamireTailoring Group
The training helped me discover my talent in traditional Rwandan art. Now I create and sell my crafts, sharing our culture with others.
ClodineTraditional Art Maker
Let’s stand together

Join us in making a difference

Together, we can create opportunities for single mothers, youth, and families, building stronger, more self-reliant communities.

A woman resting in a green field in rural Rwanda
Partnerships

Our Partners & Supporters

Ever Retreat RwandaEver Design Group