Community Development
Strengthening access to quality education and
lifelong learning across Guyana.
Program Overview
Our Community Development programme focuses on strengthening communities through the development of essential social infrastructure and community-led initiatives. This includes the construction and upgrading of community centre buildings, the establishment of libraries and learning spaces, and support for community-based facilities such as early childhood education centres. By working closely with local leaders, schools, and community groups, we create safe, inclusive, and functional spaces that promote learning, social cohesion, and long-term community resilience
Education Program Focus Areas
Sustainable Cities and Communities
Partnerships for the Goals
Featured Project
Lil Red village Community Centre Building Project
Onderneeming Phase 2, Essequibo Coast, Region 2
Project Summary
Residents of Little Red Village on Guyana’s Essequibo Coast now have access to a new community hub following the official commissioning and handover of the Lil Red Community Centre, constructed by Food For the Poor Guyana Inc. with support from SBM Offshore Guyana. The new facility provides a dedicated, accessible space for recreation, youth programmes, skills training, community meetings, and cultural activities, empowering residents and enhancing local capacity for civic engagement and social connection
This project reflects our commitment to strengthening community infrastructure and promoting inclusive development. By creating a safe, functional centre that supports learning, social cohesion, and community-led initiatives, the Lil Red Community Centre contributes to
- SDG 4 – Quality Education
- SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities
- SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals
