Notes from the Heart

Rachel O'Neill, Founder and Director since 2006

After a holiday to celebrate her 50th birthday, Rachel was touched by the plight of the children in the remote villages, especially little girls. The goal was to give simple little dresses made of pillowcases to “plant in the hearts of little girls that they are worthy”. This simple idea quickly grew into a global effort which has resulted in over 11 million dresses delivered in 97 countries as well as the “Britches for Boys” and “The Dignity Program” for young ladies. The dresses serve as little ambassadors for relief projects through clean water, education and community.

Notes from the Heart

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Tickets are now available!

It’s hard to believe, but it’s time to celebrate 20 years of sending hope through Little Dresses for Africa. This year our BIG DINNER 2026

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7 Days Till Take-Off!

A team of 12 dedicated people is leaving in one week to serve in Malawi. Our container arrived a couple of days ago, and we

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New 2026 LDFA Shirt

Now available, this 2026 Little Dresses for Africa Team Shirt. This shirt is vibrant, joyful and full of purpose-perfectly reflecting the heart of Little Dresses

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Distributions Going Out!

WE are so happy to share that your “beauties” continue to go out each week in remote villages. Thank you for your help. We were

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