On October 12th, 2024, Africa Fire Mission held its annual fundraising event: the Chama! This fundraising event was created to raise funds and foster enthusiastic support for the fire service in Africa and around the world. The Chama serves as a celebration of the incredible accomplishments of the African fire service over the past year, as well as the dedicated volunteers and valuable partners that make these accomplishments possible.

In total, the Chama raised over $30,000 for the fire service in Africa! We are grateful for all our guests, donors, and sponsors who contributed to our successful event.

Chama spotlight: 2024 Award Winners

As part of our Chama celebrations, AFM recognized two members of our community and one of our mission partners with our 2024 Chama Awards. Congratulations to our Volunteer of the Year Scott Holland, Instructor of the Year Hank Clemmensen, and Mission Partner Matthew 25: Ministries!

Read more about our 2024 Mission Partner and Volunteer and Instructor of the Year Awards on our blog. Learn more about Africa Fire Mission’s partnership with Matthew 25: Ministries with this video interview.

Fun at the Chama

The night began with our VIP Wine Tasting Experience! Our VIP guests had a chance to try world-class wines and ask questions to a wine expert. This intimate, exclusive opportunity remains a popular experience each year!

As the full experience began, Chama guests heard incredible stories from AFM team members, participated in a fun raffle game, and enjoyed great food and drink. AFM’s signature Silent Auction was out on display, and lucky guests went home with once-in-a-lifetime trips to Europe, New York, Cancun, and so many other destinations!

We are so grateful to our guests, sponsors, and donors who made the 2024 Chama such a memorable and successful event. We are looking forward to our next Chama and hope that you will consider joining us to help us ignite progress and empower Africa’s fire service!

Missed out on the Chama but still want to support us? Consider a reoccurring donation today. When you donate to Africa Fire Mission, we will immediately put your generosity to work.

You can also support us as a team member by joining us on a mission trip! Learn more about our future trips and apply today.