Causes: International, International Development

Mission: African Orphan Educational Foundation supports the educational and personal development needs of orphans and impoverished children in Africa at the primary, secondary and post-secondary levels.

Results: African Orphan Educational Foundation meticulously vetted and cemented long-standing relationships with U. S. mission/aid partners in Uganda, Kenya and Burundi, and secured donor funding to consummate full-year educational sponsorships for 25 orphans and at-risk children in greatest need. The learning spectrum of our sponsored students ranges from pre-primary education to post-secondary school and vocational training. Our recently launched Young Friends of AOEF program offers young adults in the U. S. and Africa leadership training and mentoring opportunities while facilitating youth-centered exchanges across continents and cultures. Proprietary and culturally-relevant programs in various stages of development include those designed to advance the leadership, entrepreneurial, life skills and earning prospects of our students while simultaneously providing job placement guidance and support.

Target demographics: Orphans and disadvantaged youth

Geographic areas served: Africa

Programs: Primary, secondary and post-secondary education, personal development and leadership/mentorship programs