Fiscal Sponsorship for Africa‑Led Organizations
Your impact is already proven. We give it global reach.
Give to Africa’s fiscal sponsorship program connects established, grant‑ready African nonprofits and institutions to US‑based donors, foundations, and international funding — without requiring you to form a US nonprofit.
We are not a grant‑making organization. We are your US‑based compliance and financial infrastructure partner — purpose‑built for Africa‑led organizations that are already doing the work and ready to scale. Rooted in Ubuntu — “I am because we are” — we grow together, but you lead your own work.
Meet Our Fiscal Sponsors
Our fiscal sponsors are trusted African institutions and organizations leading change across education, environmental protection, economic empowerment, and community development.
Better HealthCare Organization (South Sudan)
LIDOSOM (Somalia
Wekume (Uganda)
The Cameroon Association for Social Marketing (Cameroon)
TAHEA Mwanza (Tanzania)
Refugee Welfare Association( Chad, Cameroon)
Women’s Relief Aid (South Sudan)
The Ability in Disability Trust (TAD) (Zimbabwe)
ELIMU YETU DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION ( Tanzania)
CHISTRE( Nigeria)
Village Synergy ( Uganda)
MOTHERS AND CHILDREN MULTISECTORAL DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION( Ethiopia)
Hope For a Good Life( Rwanda)
Food For All Africa (Ghana & UK)
Partner with us
Each of our fiscal sponsors represents the strength, innovation, and leadership found within African communities. These are organizations with a proven track record — vetted, trusted, and ready to scale their impact with the support of Give to Africa’s 501(c)(3) platform.
The Model
What Is Fiscal Sponsorship?
Fiscal sponsorship is a legal arrangement that allows an established organization to receive US tax‑deductible donations and grants through a recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit — without forming their own US entity.
For African nonprofits, this is transformational. Many world‑class organizations across the continent are locked out of international funding — not because their work isn’t strong, but because they lack a US‑based legal structure that donors and grant‑makers require. Give to Africa bridges that gap.
Step 1
You Apply & Get Approved
Your organization undergoes Give to Africa’s vetting process. We review your mission, governance, track record, and funding readiness.
Step 2
We Become Your US Fiscal Home
Donors and grant‑makers direct US tax‑deductible contributions to Give to Africa, designated for your organization. We receive, manage, and disburse those funds on your behalf.
Step 3
You Lead. We Steward.
Your team runs your programs independently. Give to Africa manages financial compliance, donor receipts, reporting, and IRS accountability — so you focus on your mission.
Model C — Pre‑Approved Grant Relationship
Give to Africa operates a Model C Pre‑Approved Grant Relationship — the IRS‑accepted fiscal sponsorship model that allows your organization to retain full operational independence while we provide financial oversight, compliance, and donor accountability.
Eligibility
Who Fiscal Sponsorship Is For
We sponsor organizations that are already leading — not organizations still finding their footing.
Our program is designed for fully operational, grant‑ready African organizations that meet the following profile:
Universities & higher education
Institutions driving knowledge and innovation
Schools & Educational Orgs
Organizations shaping the next generation
Faith‑Based Institutions
Religious organizations serving communities
Community‑Based Organizations
CBOs rooted in local leadership
Environmental & climate initiatives
Environmental & climate initiatives
Africa‑Led Nonprofits
Initiatives with proven, measurable impact
Please note: Give to Africa’s fiscal sponsorship is not designed for organizations in early‑stage development or those without existing grant funding or capacity. If your organization is still building its operational foundation, we encourage you to strengthen those areas and apply when you are grant‑ready.
Transparency
What’s Included — and What’s Not
We believe transparency builds trust. Here is exactly what Give to Africa’s fiscal sponsorship program covers.
What Is Included
What Is Not Included
If your organization needs grant writing support or capacity development, we encourage you to explore those resources before applying. Our program is designed for organizations already equipped to operate independently.
Why Give to Africa Provides Fiscal Sponsorship
Many African nonprofits and institutions face barriers to international fundraising, despite strong leadership and proven results.
Increase access
Increase access to international donors and major gifts
Ensure transparent
Ensure transparent financial oversight and compliance
Reduce administrative
Reduce administrative and legal burdens
Strengthen long‑term
Strengthen long‑term organizational sustainability
Keep decision‑making
Keep decision‑making local and community‑driven
Our fiscal sponsorship model allows Africa‑led organizations to focus on impact while we manage the infrastructure that supports growth.
Pricing
Fiscal Sponsorship Fees
10%
Administrative fee on all funds received on behalf of sponsored organizations.
This fee covers:
Administrative fee on all funds received on behalf of sponsored organizations.
How to Apply for Fiscal Sponsorship
We offer two application pathways. Choose the one that fits your organization.
Open Year‑Round
Pathway 1 — Grant‑Ready
If your organization has a pending grant that specifically requires a US‑based 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor, apply at any time. We review on a rolling basis so you don’t miss funding opportunities.
Your application must include:
Opens Every November
Pathway 2 — General Annual
For organizations seeking fiscal sponsorship for broader international donor access — not tied to a specific pending grant. Apply during our annual open enrollment period, which opens every November.
Selected organizations are announced before the end of the calendar year and onboarded for the following year.
To Be Eligible for Either Pathway
Review Process
All applications undergo a comprehensive review covering mission alignment, organizational readiness, governance, financial accountability, and shared values. Selected organizations will be contacted to schedule a review conversation before final approval.
Questions? Contact us at info@2africa.org · 619‑566‑2004
Frequently Asked Questions
Is fiscal sponsorship the same as receiving a grant from Give to Africa?
No. Fiscal sponsorship is not a grant. Give to Africa does not provide financial support to sponsored organizations. We provide the US‑based legal and financial infrastructure that allows your organization to receive funds from external donors and grant‑makers who require a 501(c)(3) intermediary.
Do we need a pending grant to apply?
Not necessarily — but it is a strong advantage. Organizations with a pending grant requiring a US fiscal sponsor may apply year‑round through our Grant‑Ready pathway. Organizations without a pending grant may apply during our annual November enrollment.
Can we apply if we are not registered in our home country?
No. All applicants must be legally registered organizations in good standing in their home country. Informal or unregistered groups are not eligible at this time.
What is the administrative fee?
Give to Africa charges a 10% administrative fee on all funds received on behalf of the sponsored organization. There are no application or onboarding fees.
How long does the review process take?
Grant‑Ready applications are reviewed on a rolling basis — typically within 2–4 weeks of a complete submission. General annual applications submitted during November enrollment are reviewed and announced before year‑end.
Can we still run our own programs independently?
Yes — absolutely. Give to Africa’s Model C fiscal sponsorship is specifically designed to preserve your organization’s full operational independence. You lead your programs. We manage the US compliance infrastructure.
What happens after we are approved?
Once approved, your organization will sign a formal Fiscal Sponsorship Agreement with Give to Africa, be listed on our fiscal sponsor directory, and gain access to the YENDAA platform and donor network. Give to Africa will begin accepting designated contributions and grants on your behalf immediately.
Is Give to Africa’s fiscal sponsorship available to organizations outside Africa?
No. Our fiscal sponsorship program is exclusively for Africa‑led organizations operating on the African continent.
Growing Impact Together
At Give to Africa, we believe the most effective solutions are created by those closest to the challenges. Our work sits at the intersection of philanthropy, technology, and innovation — building bridges that restore dignity, amplify local leadership, and create lasting impact across the continent.
Through fiscal sponsorship, we invest in organizations that are already leading — because when one community rises, we all rise.
“I am because we are”
— Ubuntu Philosophy
Rooted in the African philosophy of Ubuntu, our model is built on partnership, trust, and shared progress. When we sponsor an organization, we grow together.
Support Africa‑Led Organizations Today
Your gift goes directly to Africa‑led programs already transforming their communities. Every dollar is received, stewarded, and disbursed with full transparency and IRS accountability.
Interested in making a major gift to a specific fiscal sponsor? Contact us at info@2africa.org to discuss how your investment can create lasting impact.
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