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 can truly empower people, helping them get to the next level in their lives. I co-founded the organization in 2006.
Organization
Develop Africa- 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.
Needs validated
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$700of $700
9 supporters
Funded on 5/15/2016
Jackie
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
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
7 supporters
Funded on 4/29/2016
Peter
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
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
8 supporters
Funded on 4/25/2016
Mary
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
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
7 supporters
Funded on 5/14/2016
Jeremy
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
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
9 supporters
Funded on 12/1/2020
Janet
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
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
6 supporters
Funded on 11/16/2020
Hannah
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
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
9 supporters
Funded on 12/14/2020
Martha
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
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
6 supporters
Funded on 11/13/2020
David
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
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
5 supporters
Funded on 2/8/2021
Mark
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
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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$128of $625
3 supporters
Funded on 6/2/2021
Victor
from Lumley, Sierra Leone
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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$60of $350
2 supporters
Funded on 6/2/2021
Joseph
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
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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$675of $675
11 supporters
Funded on 4/3/2021
Laura
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
With help for accommodation, food, books, etc. I can finish my degree in Public Health and start working to keep others healthy & support my son! More
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$650of $650
7 supporters
Funded on 4/3/2021
Catherine
from Gloucester, Sierra Leone
I've separated from my husband and I'm striving to support my kids. I want to purchase firewood wholesale & resell it; families use it here every day! More
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$450of $450
7 supporters
Funded on 4/19/2021
Stephen
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
I need tuition and transportation costs to finish my classes and get an internship. This will set me up for a life long career as a skilled worker. More
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$600of $550
3 supporters
Funded on 4/19/2021
Mary
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
I'm working as a housemaid & barely getting by. I'm illiterate, so my prospects are limited; with coolers/a freezer, I can work selling cold drinks. More
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$670of $670
6 supporters
Funded on 5/13/2021
Jacob
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
My mother is the sole breadwinner for me and my three siblings. With help, I'll be able to get my degree and find a good job so I can support myself! More
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$700of $690
1 supporter
Funded on 4/19/2021
Francess
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
I need help with tuition, study materials, and a laptop. These funds will help me stay in college and get a degree in Accounting. More
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$625of $625
1 supporter
Funded on 5/28/2021
Chris
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
With a printer, laptop, and supplies I can work printing & photocopying for my community. Funds will also help me take exams for college admission! More
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$575of $575
2 supporters
Funded on 5/13/2021
George
from Bathurst, Sierra Leone
I've been studying hard w/ a mentorship program. Now I just need help paying exam fees and for study materials and lesson fees. More
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$320of $690
3 supporters
Funded on 7/21/2021
Betty
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
I'm a single mother who had to drop out of school because I couldn't afford to pay. With help I can earn a community development degree! More
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$245of $590
4 supporters
Funded on 7/21/2021
Alice
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
I lost my parents a few years ago and moved in with my sister. I want to go back to school, study hard, and become a lawyer-- I need your help! More
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$450of $450
7 supporters
Funded on 7/1/2021
John
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
I have good grades & hope to become a doctor; college admission hinges on final exams. My family is struggling; w/ help I can hire tutors & pay fees. More
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$485of $485
4 supporters
Funded on 8/23/2021
Sam
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
My shop is well located but small. If I can expand my inventory, I can start earning more for myself and my family. More
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$460of $460
2 supporters
Funded on 8/18/2021
Mary
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
With some funds I can buy stock and start a business selling toiletries and nonperishable groceries, and pay a year of rent to keep our family stable while we set up. More
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$553of $539
8 supporters
Funded on 10/8/2021
Daniel
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
I want to take the West Africa Secondary School exam so that I can apply for college. I need help to pay the fees and buy study materials. More
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$190of $534
5 supporters
Funded on 1/1/0001
Angela
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
I need to pay the fees for college application & exams, and then buy a laptop for school. I work hard and will make the most of this opportunity! More
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$279of $645
6 supporters
Funded on 1/1/0001
Fiona
from Gloucester, Sierra Leone
I've been an excellent student. Now exams are coming up-- with good scores I can attend college. I need tutoring, transport costs, and exam fees. More
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$527of $527
7 supporters
Funded on 10/9/2021
Elizabeth
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
I want to take the West Africa Secondary School Cert Exam so I can apply for college. W/ funds I can buy a textbook, laptop, and pay the entrance fee! More
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$188of $485
3 supporters
Funded on 1/1/0001
Charlotte
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
I have four kids and work hard to provide for all of them. With funds, I can buy bulk items to expand the small shop I run & earn more! More
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$153of $467
2 supporters
Funded on 1/1/0001
Ava
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
I'm studying hard but my family is unable to pay for fees. With help I can pay for tuition, transportation, meals, and a better mattress to sleep on! More
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$528of $528
1 supporter
Funded on 11/24/2021
Yvonne
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
My husband & I are raising our family in single room house w/o electricity or clean water. Help us charcoal & essential groceries to the neighborhood! More
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$493of $493
4 supporters
Funded on 11/24/2021
Melody
from Bathurst, Sierra Leone
I live with my cousin where I sleep on the floor. I'm working hard to study and I need help with tuition (there is no financial aid here). More
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$575of $575
2 supporters
Funded on 11/24/2021
Frannie
from Bathurst, Sierra Leone
With your help I can finish high school and look towards college. I also need a mattress so I can get a good night's sleep and study well. More
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$585of $680
5 supporters
Funded on 3/2/2022
Melody
from Taiama, Sierra Leone
Without financial assistance, I'm unable to attend school. With your help I can pay my tuition, earn my degree, & find a job to support my family. More
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$542of $542
1 supporter
Funded on 11/24/2021
Janet
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
I'm a great student but tuition costs were too much for my family. With your help I can pay tuition, buy supplies, and cover transportation costs! More
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$345of $345
1 supporter
Funded on 11/24/2021
Felix
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
I need financial assistance to buy a laptop. With it, I can complete assignments and earn my degree-- then find work! More
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$427of $427
3 supporters
Funded on 11/25/2021
Vincent
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
There's no financial aid where I live. I want to become an engineer; I need tuition and a laptop to succeed! More
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$345of $345
1 supporter
Funded on 11/24/2021
Rachel
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
I'm a sharp student studying Public Sector Management. With a laptop & help with tuition, I can finish my degree strong and find work after I'm done! More
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$400of $642
2 supporters
Funded on 3/2/2022
Katy
from Mambo, Sierra Leone
I'm in year two of catering school. I know this will be a path to success for me; I need help covering costs so I can finish and get to work! More
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$45of $589
2 supporters
Funded on 3/3/2022
Mitchell
from Goderich, Sierra Leone
I'm enrolled in an electrical engineering course but I don't have the tools I need. Help me buy the equipment I need to finish & start working. More
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$5of $480
1 supporter
Funded on 3/15/2022
Audrey
from Kissy, Sierra Leone
Financial pressures have kept me from school, and health issues have left my family in debt. With help I can regain my footing & finish high school. More
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$15of $587
2 supporters
Funded on 3/17/2022
Ivy
from Wilberforce, Sierra Leone
I'm working towards college. With funds I can buy a mattress to sleep on & travel to high school so that I can prepare for a college application. More
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$160of $446
4 supporters
Funded on 3/17/2022
Tracy
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
I want someday to work supporting my community; I need help with the cost of transportation so that I can finish my degree. More
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$75of $439
2 supporters
Funded on 3/17/2022
Faith
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
With the funds to buy more stock, I can start selling more and earning my way out of poverty. Your giving will change my life! More
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$55of $421
2 supporters
Funded on 3/17/2022
Mary
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
I want to start buying items in bulk so that I can sell to more people-- a one time purchase will set up business to earn much more in the future! More
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$105of $427
2 supporters
Funded on 3/15/2022
Laurie
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
With help I can pay for extra classes and transportation costs, as well as the exam fee. This exam will determine college admission! More
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$488of $488
2 supporters
Funded on 5/9/2022
Adam
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
I need financial assistance to cover a year's worth of rent. Rent must be paid a year at a time and this is difficult for low-wage earners, like me. More
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$550of $539
4 supporters
Funded on 5/8/2022
Tim
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
I need financial assistance to purchase textbooks and cover the costs of extra classes. This will help me pass the college entrance exam. More
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$500of $439
3 supporters
Funded on 5/8/2022
Rowan
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
I am ready to start my own business. I need to rent a space, purchase my stock and supplies to get started. More
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$20of $441
1 supporter
Funded on 1/1/0001
Carrie
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
I want to start selling cosmetics and need help to cover the cost of buying supplies and renting space. More
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$100of $485
2 supporters
Funded on 1/1/0001
Maggie
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
I need financial help to rent a new place since our current landlord wants us to move out so he can take back his land. More
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$15of $441
3 supporters
Funded on 1/1/0001
Ava
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
I need financial help so I can pay for the tuition fees, and transportation to vocational training in order to earn my certificate in catering. More
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$10of $427
2 supporters
Funded on 1/1/0001
Tonya
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
I need financial help to start my business. I need money to help me purchase supplies and rent space to launch my food store. More
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Sonia
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
I need a sewing machine to get started. Your support will go towards helping me purchase a sewing machine, table, scissors, thread, etc. More
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Sarah
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
I need help purchasing a laptop computer. I am unable to buy a computer on my own. Funds will also help me cover books, supplies and transportation. More
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Erica
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
I need financial assistance to help me pay for my college tuition, books, supplies and transportation. More
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Monica
from Freetown, Sierra Leone
I need financial help to cover my college tuition and other college costs. These costs include books, college supplies, and transportation. More
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