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BUILDING SMILES ONE ISLAND AT A TIME

2001

Year Established

23

Playgrounds Completed

4

CVU Projects

SERVICES

UPCOMING EVENTS

1st Annual CVU Walk for Cabo Verde

Our virtual walk aims to raise funds to provide 1,000 Backpacks and School Supply Kits to the children of Cabo Verde.

 

By donating, you are directly impacting the lives of the children and making a difference towards our mission.

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In addition, your name will be entered in a raffle to win Cabo Verde merch!

Every donation will bring us closer to our fundraising goal.

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Don't miss out on this opportunity to contribute to something truly special! 

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Donate now and support the members of CVU! 

First annual walk for Cabo Verde

COMPLETED PLAYGROUNDS

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ABOUT CVU

Cabo Verdeans United (CVU) is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization passionately committed to enhancing the lives of children in Cabo Verde. Our mission is exemplified through various impactful projects, with our flagship initiative being "Project Sandbox". This initiative aims to construct vibrant playgrounds in communities across Cabo Verde facing the most pressing needs.

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To date, we have successfully erected 23 play structures tailored to children aged 5-12, providing safe and joyful spaces for them to explore and thrive.

OUR PARTNERS

Mr. Lopes Sponsor. Owner of KFC on N. Main St, Providence, RI
Assist International is a nonprofit organization that partners with local communities to provide health, child, oxygen, optic
Atlantic Shipping was founded to provide a regular freight transport service between the United States and Cape Verde. Atlant
Brown Butter Creations is a local bakery in Glastonbury, CT. We specialize in custom cakes, homemade desserts and breakfast p
Da Cruz Framing specializes in residential framing services, including interior and exterior framing, custom framing, and muc
Save Big on quality finds and transform your space into the Home of Your Dreams! So much to choose from, so much to love
Heart to Heart International seeks to improve healthcare access in the U.S. and around the world by ensuring quality care is
One World Running travels to many different countries worldwide to aid and elevate underprivileged communities through athlet
risd:store, serving the campus of Rhode Island School of Design and the local community.
Sabor Di Terra Cape Verdean Traditional Bolachas - 4-pack - 1lb bags - Padaria Vitoria Cabo Verde and other Snack Foods at Am
With Peace Passers you can donate new and used soccer equipment helping to redistribute items to communities that have limite
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