We’re constructing a safe learning campus for children—and a self-sustaining ecosystem that supports it: a school, a farm, and a factory working together.
Secure giving • Directly supports construction and essential student needs
We’re constructing a safe learning campus for children—and a self-sustaining ecosystem that supports it: a school, a farm, and a factory working together.
This learning campus:
- Helps fund materials, skilled labor, and on-site construction needs
- Supports essential campus systems (water, sanitation, power, safety)
- Accelerates the timeline to open doors for students
Why Your Support Matters Right Now
Construction is happening in real time, and the difference between momentum and delay usually comes down to whether the next round of materials and labor can be secured on schedule. When a build pauses, costs don’t pause with it: timelines stretch, logistics get harder, and what should be a smooth phase-by-phase process turns into stop-start problem solving. Supporting now protects progress already made and keeps the project moving forward with purpose.
This moment is also about readiness. Finishing the core facilities means the campus can operate safely and sustainably the moment students arrive: clean water, sanitation, secure housing, functional learning spaces, and the infrastructure that allows daily life to run without crisis. Your donation isn’t abstract charity; it’s direct support for the final steps that transform construction into a functioning, welcoming academy.
Meet our team
Our comprehensive suite of professionals caters to a diverse team, ranging from seasoned architects to renowned engineers.
Francesca Piovani
Founder, CEO & Architect
Rhye Moore
Engineering Manager
Helga Steiner
Architect
Ivan Lawrence
Project Manager
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FAQs
What exactly is Malahk Academy building in Ghana?
Malahk Academy is developing a full campus model that includes a school, a farm, and a small factory—designed to support education, food security, and long-term sustainability.
Where does my donation go?
Donations support active construction and essential campus needs such as building materials, labor, infrastructure (water/sanitation/power), and immediate operational requirements tied to opening the school.
How can I follow progress and stay updated?
Yes—donations are processed through a secure payment method, and you should receive a confirmation/receipt after giving (email receipt if applicable to the platform used).
Can I apply to be a part of the team or work as a contractor?
We share construction updates through videos/photos and periodic announcements. You can visit the “Updates/Progress” section on the site and/or sign up to receive updates directly.
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