What we do
Five connected pathways to stronger futures.
IRF’s program direction responds to immediate barriers while keeping dignity, opportunity, and lasting community strength in view.
One mission, connected needs
People do not experience challenges one at a time.
Skills, livelihoods, recovery, family wellbeing, and child support are closely connected. IRF’s program areas reflect that reality.
Each area creates a clear place for communities and partners to begin a conversation. Current activity and availability should be confirmed directly with the foundation.
Program 01
Youth Skills & Employment
Helping young people strengthen practical skills and prepare for meaningful opportunities.
Program focus
- Skills development
- Employment readiness
- Pathways to opportunity
Program 02
Women & Widow Empowerment
Supporting confidence, skills, livelihoods, and greater economic participation.
Program focus
- Confidence and capability
- Livelihood opportunity
- Economic participation
Program 03
Poverty Reduction & Livelihoods
Promoting sustainable livelihood pathways that can strengthen individuals, households, and communities.
Program focus
- Livelihood pathways
- Household resilience
- Longer-term opportunity
Program 04
Drug Prevention & Rehabilitation Support
Advancing prevention, compassionate support, and pathways toward recovery without stigma.
Program focus
- Drug prevention
- Dignified support
- Recovery pathways
Program 05
Family Strengthening & Child Support
Helping strengthen the relationships and support systems children need to thrive.
Program focus
- Family support systems
- Child wellbeing
- Care and encouragement
The IRF approach
Community-centered from the beginning
The same four commitments connect every IRF program area.
- 1
Listen
Begin with people and community priorities.
- 2
Respond
Act with care, respect, and dignity.
- 3
Strengthen
Build skills, opportunity, and resilience.
- 4
Sustain
Keep long-term community strength in view.
Connect with the foundation
Interested in a program or partnership?
Contact IRF for verified information about current programs, participation, collaboration, and support opportunities.