Uplifting Communities at Grassroots Level
The Cherise Makubale Foundation is a non-profit organisation that supports various programs in the Copperbelt communities of Zambia, focusing on sustainable development and community empowerment.
About CMF
The Cherise Makubale Foundation (CMF) is an initiative of Cherise Makubale, the inaugural winner of Big Brother Africa. After many years of being involved in various charitable projects across Zambia, she is now living abroad and has streamlined her foundation to focus exclusively on helping communities in the Copperbelt region of Zambia.
This regional focus ensures better transparency, logistics and management as all the team is based on the Copperbelt, with Ndola as the main hub of activities.
We are a mobile charity with funding of between K5,000 and K15,000 depending on allocation and funding available. We do not sponsor individuals, nor sponsor churches. We also do not fund Tertiary Fees nor give out loans. The emphasis is more on the collective needs of a group rather than an individual.
Ready to apply or have questions?
Please use the contact form at the bottom of this page to get in touch with our team.
Our Two Main Programs
The Cherise Makubale Community Fund (CMCF) - which is the main vessel for distributing funding across the Copperbelt
The ODI Kuno Program - which is a grocery support program for widows and widowers in various communities of Ndola.
Under CMCF, various groups such as orphanages, community schools, youth groups, sports academies, women's groups, and groups supporting people living with various disabilities in the Copperbelt are encouraged to apply for a share of the Fund.
Examples of funding include:
- An orphanage needing blankets, mattresses, mosquito nets etc
- A women's group needing a peanut butter machine, seed for planting, clothing etc
- A basketball team needing jerseys and basketballs
- The visually impaired needing braille material
- Community development projects and infrastructure support
The ODI Kuno program is purely a food support program to help with daily household needs in Ndola and surrounding Copperbelt communities.
Application Requirements
Organization Details
- Full name and description of your organisation
- Explain what you do and where you are based in the Copperbelt
- How long you have been operating and how many people you serve
Documentation
- Attach your registration certificate
- Provide quotations for your request
- Be specific about exactly what help you need
- Confirm your location is within the Copperbelt region
Assessment Process
After you have provided all the required information, our Copperbelt-based team will assess your application and let you know if we can help.
The fund is limited and we therefore appeal to people to come on board and donate to this cause so we can reach more communities across the Copperbelt.
Connect With Us
For Your Community Needs — Whether you need support, want to get involved, or have questions about our programs, we're here to help. Reach out through any of the channels below and our team will respond promptly.