Pillar 01
Education
Education helps people see what is possible and make decisions that improve today and tomorrow. We invest in learning so that knowledge is reinvested in the community.
So far
100 primary school students received a full school year of supplies for $82 in total. Supplies for 50 more are being bought now.
The Education Fund supports initiatives that help children and adults gain the knowledge and skills to improve their daily and future lives.
Underway
School supplies for scholars
Pencils, notebooks, bookbags and more, so students feel confident and ready to learn.
Planned
Scholarships for college
Through an application process, help recent graduates and college students with tuition and room and board, paid directly to the school.
Planned
Grants for schools
Grants to local primary and secondary schools for what they need most, from desks and textbooks to lighting and gardens.
Planned
Guest educators and teacher training
Visiting educators share new applications of what students learn and new teaching styles, and learn from local teachers in return.
Planned
Academic competitions and adult financial literacy
Competitions that celebrate student achievement, and classes that help adults manage household and business money.
Pillar 02
Economic empowerment
Strong finances build a strong foundation. When families and businesses improve their bottom line, the lives they support, seen and unseen, grow more stable.
So far
₦5 million (about $3,372) invested in Emmanuel Onohoe’s textile business in Aba. One $500 gift has restocked a shop in Okponkume for four selling seasons.
The Economic Empowerment Fund provides grants, business training, networking and more for current and aspiring business owners.
Underway
Business grants with partnership
Owners apply, pitch their plan and expected results, and commit to a working partnership: open books, weekly check-ins, and support beyond money.
Planned
Business audits
A free review of costs, revenue, markets and partnerships that gives owners a clear path to growth and stability.
Planned
Networking and skills training
Events that bring businesses together to connect and partner, with training such as financial literacy.
Planned
Business awards
Yearly honors such as Business Woman and Business Man of the Year, Community Business of the Year and Consistency Champion.
Planned
Community publication
A digital publication telling the stories of leaders, businesses and groups that live out trust, hope and excellence.
Pillar 03
Infrastructure
Sustainable infrastructure makes sustainable growth possible. We build with local materials, local talent and renewable energy, so projects are easy to maintain and evolve with the community.
So far
About one acre of walled land, bought with personal funds, is being donated as the site of our Nigeria headquarters.
The Infrastructure Fund tackles poor roads and lack of energy to speed up development, growth and quality of life.
Planned
Sustainable buildings
New and improved buildings made with local materials, local craftsmen and renewable energy, beginning with our own headquarters on the site already secured.
Planned
Renewable energy
Solar panels and solar charging stations that bring clean, reliable power for health, learning and business.
Planned
Clean water and health facilities
Water projects, and improvements to hospital and clinic buildings.
Planned
Roads
Safer, easier roads for moving people, goods and services, and for local business to grow.