Founded | 1973 |
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Led by | Abram J. Bicskler, Ph.D. |
HQ in | North Fort Myers, FL |
Effectiveness & Efficiency 
What is the impact? | 25,245 seed packets distributed and 5,084 individuals trained by ECHO staff in hands-on agricultural techniques for 6 hours or more in fiscal year 2024 |
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Growth in last 3 years? | 2% Decline in clients served |
How is money spent? | $5,241,197 spent last fiscal year to serve 24,011 ECHOcommunity members and those directly trained |
Is fundraising efficient? | 7¢ spent to raise $1 from 2,363 donors |
Leadership & Focus
Team | 86 staff + 800 volunteers + board of 11 |
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Mission | To strengthen the capacity of a diverse global network to defeat hunger and improve lives through sustainable food and agroecosystem strategies because as Jesus first loved us, as agents of restoration we seek to glorify God and love our neighbors |
Topic(s) | Agricultural Development, Technical Assistance, Community Development |
People Served | Community Leaders, Rural Poor |
Location(s) | 9 (view list) |
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