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Restoring Hope. Building Lives

Supporting women, children and families affected by substance abuse and domestic violence through compassionate care, recovery programs and sustainable community solutions

African Shade. Every Life Deserves Hope.

Supporting recovery, strengthening families and transforming communities across Zambia

Restoring Hope. Rebuilding Lives

African Shade supports women, children and families affected by substance abuse and domestic violence through recovery, compassionate care and sustainable community solutions.

S.H.A.D.E. represents the heart of our mission:

S — Substance Abuse Recovery
H — Health & Well Being
A — AIDS Response & Support
D — Domestic Violence & Prevention
E — Education & Counseling

Our Programs

Recovery & Counseling

We champion recovery through AA meetings, counseling and a live-in treatment center, Kuyumba House. Anchored in God’s truth and grace, we support individuals overcoming addiction as they renew their minds, rebuild their lives, and thrive through the support of a sober community.

Family & Discipleship

We strengthen women, children, and families affected by substance abuse and domestic violence through compassionate care and community-based programs. We equip them with life skills, spiritual guidance, and mentorship to restore hope and offer lasting life change.

Community Support

The launch of a community mill, New Horizon Milling, will soon provide both a vital source of income to our work as well as jobs for young men coming out of addiction. The mill will provide food in an area where resources are often scarce, providing sustainable support.

African Shade Team

Tom & Heath Havlick, Advisory Committee

Heath has cared for the poor in a variety of ways since childhood, currently serving as an adult literacy tutor and helping distribute food to those in need through her church. Her strong compassion for the overlooked, combined with a desire to see lives transformed by God’s love, aligns deeply with the mission of African SHADE and its focus on restoration.

tOM & hEATH Advisory Committee

Mark & Terri Toback, Advisory Committee

Over the years, Mark and Terri have remained closely connected to the heart and mission of African SHADE, offering steady guidance and encouragement as the vision has grown. Their strong foundation of faith, combined with practical wisdom, has helped shape the direction of the ministry, ensuring both spiritual values and operational decisions remain aligned.

Mark & Terry Advisory Committee

Lena and Kathleen Founders

While working together at a drug and alcohol treatment center in Santa Cruz, California—walking alongside individuals affected by substance abuse, trauma, and brokenness—Lena and Kathleen discovered a shared calling and a growing passion for Africa. Out of this—African Shade dedicated to restoring lives affected by substance abuse and domestic violence was born.

Lena & Kathleen Founders

Latest Projects 2026

Discover our key initiatives for 2026—from economic empowerment through New Horizon Milling to safe, supportive transitional housing at Phoenix House—building a stronger foundation for lasting recovery.

The New Horizon

Creating sustainable resources through local milling operations to strengthen our ability to serve vulnerable families and fund ongoing recovery programs.

Pheonix House

A transitional safe house providing graduates of Kuyamba House a structured, supportive environment as they prepare to reintegrate into society with confidence.