At FBMI, rather than the model of ‘charity’, the initiative believes firmly in the sustainable aid model. Instead of simply donating resources, whether money or food and other such means of support, FBMI has focused from the beginning on building a long-term strategy to empower the people FBMI is trying to help so that in the future, they can help themselves and their communities. Essentially, to empower people to take control of their lives. These projects require an initial investment and a commitment to implementing a lasting infrastructure, but this responsibility is ultimately in the hands of those FBMI empowers in order for them to be the leaders of their transformation into the future. Trust is a critical component to this, meaning FBMI as an audited and accountable private body, has adopted a model which is far less susceptible to corruption, focusing instead on direct help and opportunities to those who need assistance building their own lives.