Our History, Our Future

A Better World started in 1990 when two friends had an idea—to change the world. With high ambition, a desire to start somewhere, and $5,000, they started their first project.

Today, A Better World has raised over $35 million to support sustainable development in over 15 countries. We work with community leaders in the recipient countries for typically 5 to 10 years. Our goal is to ensure that the community has the necessities to sustain education, healthcare, and clean water. We partner with governments, local agencies, and the people living in the community to manage and operate the projects, ensuring they become permanently independent.

Our goal is to inspire people within our reach to change the world, and to inspire local people to push for change and take ownership of their communities and futures. When people cannot see hope, they cannot look forward to a better future. We aim to open the door to opportunity through education, good health, and jobs. We want young people to lead humanitarian initiatives—we want our own leadership team to include young people. Our vision for the future is bright. People working together, engaging in their passion to serve, and making a difference in lives around the globe.

First entry into Afghanistan to support education

100 Classrooms Project in Afghanistan complete