Leather and Iron

EIN: 82-1680334 · Siloam Springs, AR

Leadership Development

Sustainable Agriculture

Community Health

Childhood Education

Income Generation

Transportation

Our Story

In 2014, a group of American high school basketball coaches was invited by the Basketball Federation of Mali to lead an elite basketball camp for the nation’s top teen athletes. They discovered that beneath the drive to succeed in basketball, these teens were in desperate need of hope and basic needs. This realization led to the formation of Leather and Iron, a nonprofit organization dedicated to developing the children of today into the leaders of tomorrow through basketball and community development. In 2018, the organization moved to Mali to bring this vision to life, focusing on equipping local leaders to address critical community needs.

Our Impact

Leather and Iron has transformed one of the region’s poorest basketball courts into a fully-equipped facility, serving over 560 children per week and facilitating more than 500 basketball games. The organization has helped numerous athletes earn college scholarships and has empowered local leaders to construct solar-powered water well systems, providing clean water access to over 9,000 people.

Why Donate?

Donating to Leather and Iron supports community transformation by equipping local leaders to address critical needs such as food insecurity, access to education, and community health. Contributions directly fund sustainable projects that empower communities to thrive and break the cycle of poverty.

Make a Difference Today!

Your support can change lives. Donate cryptocurrency or cash to Leather and Iron and help empower the youth of Mali to become the leaders of tomorrow. Every contribution counts!

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