Our Impactful Story

A Seed of Hope Planted in Barren Ground

Change doesn’t happen overnight — but it grows. Our work began with a single goal and has since evolved into a movement dedicated to empowering people through food, water, and knowledge.

How It All Started

From Page to Practice

What started with one simple goal — growing food where nothing had grown before — became a global grassroots mission to reclaim land, restore dignity, and reshape food security through scalable, low-cost systems.

Built in 2009 from a single book

Evolved into real-world farming prototypes

Now implemented in multiple countries

What We Build

Tools That Nourish Communities

Our low-tech hydroponic gardens and rainwater systems are more than tools — they’re lifelines. They provide nutritious harvests, support clean water access, and help communities thrive with dignity.

100+ gardens built

15+ water systems deployed

Thousands of meals grown

Our Method in Action

Simplicity That Grows Self-Reliance

We don’t just give food — we teach people how to grow it. With accessible tools, education, and a replicable system, our partners learn how to sustain their families and future with independence.

Step-by-step teaching methods

Easy-to-use, low-cost materials

Designed for any skill level

Your Gift Plants Roots That Feed Generations

Whether it’s $5 or $50, your contribution funds tangible solutions — garden beds, clean water tanks, and training that gives families lasting food security.

"Empowerment starts with a seed — and grows with your help."

The Hearts Behind the Work

Meet the Team Driving Global Impact

We’re a team fueled by impact—committed to transforming lives through practical solutions and shared vision.

Randall Putala

Founder & CEO

Randall Putala

Founder & CEO

Randall Putala

Founder & CEO

Anil Karakkattu

CSO

Anil Karakkattu

CSO

Anil Karakkattu

CSO

Angela Akin

Fundraising

Angela Akin

Fundraising

Angela Akin

Fundraising

Robert Bitera

Ambassador / Uganda

Robert Bitera

Ambassador / Uganda

Robert Bitera

Ambassador / Uganda

Mukanga Kefa

Ambassador / Uganda

Mukanga Kefa

Ambassador / Uganda

Mukanga Kefa

Ambassador / Uganda

Ceren Kurt

Designer / Webmaster

Ceren Kurt

Designer / Webmaster

Ceren Kurt

Designer / Webmaster

FAQs

Got Questions? We’re Rooted in Transparency

Learn more about how our mission works and how you can be a part of it — from gardens to giving, we’re here to clarify.

Why haven’t I heard of World Hunger Team before?

What food-growing units are you bringing to market?

Why did you choose to work in Uganda?

Are you active in the United States?

Is the food really 100% organic?

Will you build and operate a farm for us?

How much does it cost to set up a farm with WHT?

Will WHT fund our farm project?

Can I buy supplies from WHT?

Why haven’t I heard of World Hunger Team before?

What food-growing units are you bringing to market?

Why did you choose to work in Uganda?

Are you active in the United States?

Is the food really 100% organic?

Will you build and operate a farm for us?

How much does it cost to set up a farm with WHT?

Will WHT fund our farm project?

Can I buy supplies from WHT?

Why haven’t I heard of World Hunger Team before?

What food-growing units are you bringing to market?

Why did you choose to work in Uganda?

Are you active in the United States?

Is the food really 100% organic?

Will you build and operate a farm for us?

How much does it cost to set up a farm with WHT?

Will WHT fund our farm project?

Can I buy supplies from WHT?