Founded | 1973 |
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Led by | Dr. Abram J. Bicksler |
HQ in | North Fort Myers, FL |
Effectiveness & Efficiency 
What is the impact? | 6,530 individuals were trained by ECHO staff in hands-on agricultural techniques in 2021, and 90% indicated that they shared the skills or knowledge from ECHO trainings with someone else |
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Growth in last 3 years? | 25% Growth in clients served |
How is money spent? | $4,428,394 spent last fiscal year to serve 26,047 ECHOcommunity members and those directly trained |
Is fundraising efficient? | 5¢ spent to raise $1 from 2,949 donors |
Leadership & Focus
Team | 79 staff + 833 volunteers + board of 11 |
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Mission | To follow Jesus by reducing hunger and improving lives worldwide through partnerships that equip people with agricultural resources and skills |
Topic(s) | Agricultural Development, Technical Assistance, Community Development |
People Served | Community Leaders, Rural Poor |
Location(s) | 9 (view list) |
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