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Develop Africa is a 501c3, non-profit organization founded with the aim of facilitating meaningful and sustainable development in Africa. Our focus is on impacting and changing lives, nations and destinies.

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Sylvester

I am the President of Develop Africa. My work involves oversight of the organization and also managing different projects. I enjoy being able to assist people with potential who need a "hand up" out of their predicament or inability. I am passionate about helping to create opportunities that… More

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$700of $700

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9 supporters
Funded on 5/15/2016

Jackie from Freetown, Sierra Leone

New mom returning to school. I need essential supplies and bus passes to graduate.

Going back to school as a new mom is very expensive. I need help covering books, school supplies, a uniform & most importantly transportation. More

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$680of $680

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7 supporters
Funded on 4/29/2016

Peter from Freetown, Sierra Leone

Working hard to further my career. Paying for an accounting course will help me!

I want to empower myself by gaining accounting skills. I know I can succeed with the right education, but I need your assistance paying tuition. More

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$785of $700

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8 supporters
Funded on 4/25/2016

Mary from Freetown, Sierra Leone

I'm a single mom going back to school. I need help paying for essential supplies.

I became pregnant in high school in Sierra Leone. I'm going back to school now and need help covering supplies, books, bus passes & other basics. More

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$655of $650

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7 supporters
Funded on 5/14/2016

Jeremy from Freetown, Sierra Leone

Studying to become a city planner. A laptop will help me earn my degree.

Getting to the library every day is tough. I need a laptop to complete my assignments while balancing my work in my community. More

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$350of $350

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9 supporters
Funded on 12/1/2020

Janet from Freetown, Sierra Leone

I want to give back to my community. With a laptop I can earn a social work degree!

I'll be able to complete assignments, homework, etc and build a track to a career serving my community. More

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$325of $325

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6 supporters
Funded on 11/16/2020

Hannah from Freetown, Sierra Leone

Heading into my final year of school. I need help with exam fees and study guides!

I'm in my final year of school and about to apply for college. With help with fees I'll be able to take the exams I need to get in! More

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$525of $525

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9 supporters
Funded on 12/14/2020

Martha from Freetown, Sierra Leone

I'm a food vendor; I need help to cover housing costs while I get back on my feet.

This need will cover the rental for an apartment for enough time that I'll be able to restart my business and begin supporting my children. More

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$645of $645

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6 supporters
Funded on 11/13/2020

David from Freetown, Sierra Leone

A career in carpentry is in reach; I need tools & the cost of an apprenticeship.

I'm good with my hands and I think I'll be able to work as a carpenter. I just need to cover the cost of a set of tools and an apprenticeship program. More

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$400of $675

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5 supporters
3 days remaining

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Mark from Freetown, Sierra Leone

Recently finished vocational training-- now I need help to set up a tailor's shop.

Ready to become a tailor. I've been trained; I just need help to build a workshop, including a sewing machine and patterns. More

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$90of $650

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3 supporters
19 days remaining

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Catherine from Gloucester, Sierra Leone

Recently single; now I need work. With funds I can start reselling firewood.

I want to work selling firewood-- this will help me earn a living. With these funds I can afford an initial stock and a small apartment. More

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$128of $625

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3 supporters
19 days remaining

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Victor from Lumley, Sierra Leone

I'm trying to make a living as a painter. With just $625 I can open a gallery!

I need help to cover the initial rent. It will help grow my business and give me room to paint and draw. More

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$10of $350

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1 supporter
19 days remaining

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Joseph from Freetown, Sierra Leone

I'm a youth leader looking to help others. A better laptop will make a difference!

I'm passionate about helping youth develop the skills they need. With a newer laptop, I can work faster and better. More

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8 supporters
19 days remaining

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Laura from Freetown, Sierra Leone

Single mother finishing college. I need help with books & other expenses!

I'm in my last year studying public health. With help to cover the cost of college, I can finish my degree & find work to support my child! More

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$205of $450

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4 supporters
19 days remaining

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Stephen from Freetown, Sierra Leone

I'm studying to become a certified construction worker. I need help with tuition

I had to drop out of high school because my parents couldn't cover my expenses. Now I'm looking to get certified and get a construction internship. More

Validated by Sylvester from Develop Africa