VISION
To see a loving, caring and responsible society where all people live a healthy and dignified life.
MISSION
To implement quality community-led projects in order to empower people with knowledge, skills and tools to improve their lives within five sectors: community development, agriculture, education, health and emergencies.
ABOUT US
Development Aid from People to People in Zimbabwe (DAPP) is a Private Voluntary Organization registered in Zimbabwe in June 1980 under the Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare, with registration number PVO 22/80. As a member of the Humana People to People Federation, we are part of a global network of 29 organizations united by a shared mission; to improve lives for the people in challenging communities and regions. Over the past 45 years, DAPP has complemented the government of Zimbabwe’s efforts by implementing sustainable development projects in five thematic areas: (1) Agriculture, (2) Health, (3) Education, (4) Community Development and (5) Emergencies. Our approach empowers individuals and communities to drive their own development, fostering inclusive participation.
We do not work in isolation but we adopt a collaborative approach, working closely with the public and private sectors, farmers, their families and relevant government ministries. By prioritizing inclusive participation and community input, we tailor our projects to address specific challenges and aspirations, ensuring contextually relevant and effective solutions. In 2025, we are implementing 14 development projects across eight districts in three provinces: Mashonaland Central, Manicaland, and Masvingo. These projects, spanning Bindura, Chivi, Chimanimani, Guruve, Gutu, Makoni, Mutasa and Shamva districts, demonstrate the impact of our core values, objectives and mission. Our guiding principles are rooted in the long-term support of local and international partnerships, which have collectively driven positive change and meaningful progress in Zimbabwean communities.
Our 2025 include: Humana People to People Italia, O.N.L.U.S,Humana People to People Baltic Lithuania, Humana Second Hand Fundraising Projects. Planet Aid, Inc. USA, Humana People to People Deutschland, U-landshjelp fra Folk til Folk, Norge , Miljö- och Bistandsföreningen Humana Sverige , Ulandshjælp fra Folk til Folk, Denmark , HUMANA d.o.o. Slovenia, Fundacion Pueblo para Pueblo, FPP Spain, GAIA USA, Swiss Academy For Development, Civil Society in Development, Higherlife Foundation, National Foods, Bakers Inn, Volvo Foundation, National AIDS Council and al Government line ministries.
THE FEDERATION
We are DAPP Zimbabwe and we are a member of the Federation for Associations connected to the International Humana People to People Movement. The Federation comprises 29 independent national member associations. Our common agenda is to protect the planet, build communities and support people by connecting them with others, unleashing their potential for positive change and action. The Federation supports the members in delivering critical on-the-ground programmes across Africa, Asia, Europe, North America and South America. This support includes programmes development, project management and operations, financial management support and help to promote our common agenda and gain influence through important relationships and partnerships. The activities of the Humana People to People movement are aligned with the UN 2030 Agenda. Together with the people in the communities and our numerous partners, we continue to stand by countries as they strive to meet the Sustainable Development Goals, creating lasting positive change in the process.
