Background Information
The Ambassadors Charity Trust (ACT) originated in 2011 from a conviction to address widening inequalities and give hope to marginalized populations. The founder, Mr. Blessings Chiwosi, envisioned an organization that would practically demonstrate compassion and development work inspired by values of service and dignity. Originally known as Ambassadors of God, the organization focused on charity work driven by young volunteers, particularly students at Chancellor College. Recognizing the need for broader inclusivity and partnerships especially with secular institutions the organization rebranded to Ambassadors Charity Trust (ACT) in 2021. This transition allowed ACT to expand its reach, minimize religious stigmatization, and strengthen its professional development identity while still operating with its foundational values of integrity, compassion, and servant leadership.Since establishment, ACT has grown into a multi-regional organization with members and beneficiaries across Malawi’s central, southern, and northern regions
Our Vission
To be a reliable source of hope for vulnerable populations by bridging the gap between the privileged and the underprivileged, contributing to a world where dignity, opportunity, and wellbeing are accessible to all.
Our Mission
To promote national development and uplift vulnerable groups through entrepreneurship, capacity-building initiatives, education support, and community-based charity interventions.
Our Goal
To catalyze socio-economic transformation in local communities by empowering youths, women, and vulnerable populations with skills, opportunities, and resources that foster self-reliance and sustainable livelihoods.
Our Objectives
Youth Empowerment and Self-Reliance
Promote youth economic empowerment through skills training, entrepreneurship support, and civic engagement.
Education Support
Facilitate access to education for needy students through bursaries, mentorship, and partnerships with stakeholders.
Capacity Building for Communities
Implement training programs in Smart agriculture, ICT, technical skills, business development, mindset change, and provide counselling and guidance for youths.
Humanitarian and Social Support
Provide essential support to vulnerable households, orphans, elderly persons, persons with disabilities, and survivors of gender-based violence.
Board Of Trustees
The policy affairs of the ACT are managed by the Board of the registered trustees who exercise all such powers regarding management and general administrative matters and all other matters of fundamental importance. Our board of trustees consist of five people with expertise in; Legal Affairs, Community Development, Resource Mobilization and Public Administration.
The Big Team
Blessings Chiwosi
Executive Director
Blessings Chiwosi is a visionary development expert with 7+ years’ experience in community development work, education, and consultancy. He holds a Master’s in Rural Development, excels in leadership, project management, and stakeholder engagement, and is a published author. Through Ambassadors Charity Trust, he’s dedicated to sustainable development and driving positive change across Malawi and Africa.
Connie Lulanga
Managing Director
Connie Lulanga holds a BA in Education from Mzuzu University and has experience as a trainer, researcher, and consultant. He worked with GIZ, World Vision Malawi, and UNDP, specializing in research, M&E, and financial literacy. Connie plays a key role in the growth and impact of Ambassadors Charity Trust.
Dr Grace Kumchelesi
Chair and Organization Governance Advisor
Grace Kumchulesi is a development planning expert and economist with a PhD in Economics. She has led key national policies aligned with Malawi 2063 and held influential roles in government and international bodies. With expertise in economic analysis, governance, and strategic leadership, she champions inclusive growth, institutional capacity building, and sustainable development to improve lives across Malawi and beyond.
Dr Misheck Munthali
Social Enterprise Advisor
Dr. Misheck Munthali is Director of Civic Education Programs in Malawi’s Department of Peace and National Unity. With 28 years of public service, he’s a former Director of Teacher Education. A PhD holder in Development Studies, he works globally through Civitas and SIDA, championing civic education, child protection, and the empowerment of youth and women.
Kondwani Mdala
Legal Officer
Kondwani Mdala is a Paralegal Officer with the Malawi Defence Force, bringing five years of legal experience. He has expertise in various fields of law and previously worked as a legal assistant at Chidothe and Chidothe Co. in Blantyre. Since 2021, he has served as a valued legal officer for Ambassadors Charity Trust.
Miss Naomi Mvula
Financial Advisor
Naomi is a Nutrition Specialist with an MSc in Food Nutrition and Health. She is also a PhD candidate in Agricultural Extension and Rural Development. She is a lecturer and researcher in nutrition, food security, and community health. She has contributed to national and international projects through curriculum development, training and field research.
Mrs Eunice Namate Matemba
Board Secretary
Eunice Matemba is a retired Nurse and Social Worker. She holds a Certificate in Nursing, Diploma in Nutrition and Food Security, Bachelors Degree in Social Work and a Masters Degree in Public Health.
MEMBERSHIP CONTRIBUTION AND COMMITMENT
The Ambassadors Charity Trust since its establishment has been relying on membership contribution in terms of financial, material and, and intellectual resources. New members are required to give an entry fee of Mk 5,000. Bona-fide members are required to be honoring their monthly contribution-which is a minimum of Mk1,000. Members are also required to be actively participating in the trust’s meetings (online and on ground) and outreaches.
PARTNERSHIP CONTRIBUTION
The Ambassadors Charity Trust strives on working with willing individuals and organizations that commit themselves to consistently be supporting the mission of the trust with finances, materials, ideas and project logistics arrangements. The trust invites more partners to join this life changing movement so as to build a better society for all.
AUDITING AND RECORDS
The Ambassadors Charity Trust heavily believes in transparency and accountability, and therefore it conducts proper auditing of all the financial and material resources received, prepare reports of all the activities and projects implemented, keeps minutes of both the trustees’ board and executive team of all the meetings. All the members and partners of the ACT have the freedom to be following up and have access to these records.
