Africa Heartwood Project 10″ Cactus Rainstick from Chile – Authentic Handcrafted Rain Stick Musical Instrument with Rasta Yarn Wrap and Durable Sealant

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Price: $13.50
(as of Oct 28, 2024 11:57:33 UTC – Details)


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Africa Heartwood Project

Is a volunteer, grassroots US non-profit dedicated to fighting poverty through clean water, orphan support, and sustainable livelihoods

Our Story

The founders planned their “humanitarian honeymoon” to a Liberian refugee camp in Ghana. There they saw first-hand the tragedy of poverty, and resolved to try to first understand, and then to help.

Drum-Building Connection

In Ghana the founder became friends with local drum builders and later agreed to help them market their drums to better support their families and preserve their culture.

A Hand Up, Not a Hand Out

Now providing opportunities for many artisans in multiple countries with product development, training, loans, and access to global markets to sustain their cottage businesses

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Andy Jones, Founder & Volunteer Director with Kayla on their “humanitarian honeymoon” Boti Falls, Ghana, 1999

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School & Training Scholarships

Education is a right, and creates a path for a hopeful tomorrow with less poverty than today.

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Chilean Cactus Rainsticks

Support Program for OrphansSupport Program for Orphans

Orphan Support

From 1999 , AHP has fed, clothed, educated, and befriended hundreds of Liberian orphan children and youth.

African Baskets

Village Clean Water ProjectsVillage Clean Water Projects

Village Clean Water Projects

Changing lives in Ghana and Liberia by drilling hundreds of bore hole wells, providing clean water, hygiene training, and jobs.

Djembe Drums

Livelihoods for Cultural ArtisansLivelihoods for Cultural Artisans

Sustainable Livelihoods

Supporting percussion craftsmen across West Africa, offering training, micro-credit, and fair-trade market access to support families.

West African Dunun Drums

Other African Drums

West African Bells

African Shakers

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HERITAGE HANDCRAFTED IN CHILE – Each 10″ rainstick is handcrafted by native artisans from Chile using the naturally grown Copado cactus found in the deserts of Chile, South America. This ensures both musical quality and durability. The process includes hollowing out the cactus, which has matured over decades, and inserting spines and pebbles to create its distinctive rainfall sound.
CAPTIVATING RAINFALL SOUND – Enjoy a richer, clearer, and more resonant rain-like sound with our rainstick. It offers a rain-trickle sound that can last for a few seconds when played correctly. Tip the rainstick at an angle and slowly rotate it for a longer rain sound, allowing the filler to trickle slowly through the cactus.
CULTURALLY RICH DESIGN – Wrapped in brightly dyed rasta-colored yarn (red/yellow/green), this rainstick is not only a musical instrument but also a vibrant cultural artifact. The colors and construction reflect a deep heritage and add a visually appealing element to its design.
ENHANCED DURABILITY AND MAINTENANCE – Smoothly sanded and finished with a high-quality sealant, our rain maker is water-resistant, stain-resistant, and easy to clean. This ensures it maintains its aesthetic appeal and functional integrity over time.
SUPPORTING COMMUNITY AND TRADITION – Each purchase contributes directly to Africa Heartwood Project, supporting the livelihoods of communities in Africa. Your choice makes a difference, blending the joy of music with social impact.

Customers say

Customers like the look, build quality, and feel of the product. They mention it’s a great display item for children eager to learn about a rain stick. Some also say it’s well-made and best for very delicate work. However, some customers have mixed opinions on the sound quality and size.

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