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Learn more about our work, the impact of our incredible partners, and follow along on our journey to drive more funding to African visionaries.

Celebrating Milestones: Unveiling our Newest Cohort of Portfolio Partners

We are thrilled to unveil the recipients of African Visionary Fund’s 2023 grants!

Cyclone Freddy: How You Can Support Through Local Giving

Since many organizations are mobilizing relief efforts for Cyclone Freddy victims, choosing which one to support may seem like a tough choice. We're cutting down your options significantly by encouraging you to donate to locally-led organizations.

AVFund Welcomes Cohort 3 Visionaries

African Visionary Fund is excited to present our 2022 Cycle 3 Visionary Partners! Ten high-impact African organizations have joined our growing portfolio, raising our total portfolio from 15 to 25 African Visionary Partners.

Wawira Njiru & Jailan Adly Join AVFund Board

African Visionary Fund is pleased to announce the appointment of two new members to our Board: Wawira Njiru and Jailan Adly.

September Recap: Connecting With Our Community

The fall season has been exciting for AVFund thus far. We had the chance to connect with our community and attend in-person events. Here's a recap and updates on what's to come!

Our $1M Commitment to Action

AVFund has made a commitment to address a global challenge as part of Clinton Global Initiative's Commitments to Action.

AVFund Grant Cycle 3 is Now Open!

AVFund is pleased to announce that Grant Cycle 3 is officially open! We are now accepting open applications through September 21, 2022. Learn about our grantmaking criteria and apply today!

Aisha Onsando joins the AVFund

Aisha Onsando has joined the fund as our very first Portfolio Manager.

AVFund Welcomes Two New Board Members

The African Visionary Fund is excited to announce the arrival of two new board members, rounding out our board of proximate leaders and advocates to a total of six.

Announcing Our New $1.5M USD Commitment to Nine African Visionaries!

Today, we are thrilled to welcome more high impact partners to our portfolio with a new $1.5 million USD commitment to support nine organizations over three years.

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