The Sauder School of Business’ Africa initiative encourages youth entrepreneurship and promotes small business ventures in Kenya. The core module, SE101, is a three-week program conducted by UBC students to help Kenyan youth turn entrepreneurial dreams into feasible business plans. Sustainable self-employment allows these individuals not only to support themselves and their families, but also to provide employment for others in their community.
This initiative offers an excellent opportunity for corporate sponsors to contribute to their corporate social responsibility mandates. Personal donations can also make a great impact. One of our donors, 5-year-old Thomas, exceeded his goal of providing the start-up funds for one business. Hear about his Sauder Africa Initiative experience in the following video:
Donate Now to Support the Sauder Africa Initiative:
Here are examples of how your donation can be used to make a difference:
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$25 |
Sponsors resource and homework booklets for one participant. These materials, developed by the Sauder Africa team under the supervision of a Sauder School of Business faculty member, are highly valued by participants for their ease of use, local relevance and practical guidance. |
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$50 |
Sponsors one week of nutrition breaks at one Sauder Africa location |
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$150 |
Sponsors one participant for the three-week program. This support allows us to continue to provide the course at no cost to the participants. |
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$500 |
Provides start-up funds for one young entrepreneur to launch their small business. These funds are made available after the participants have received individual feedback and their business plans have been reviewed and approved by the Sauder Africa team. |
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$750 |
Sponsors the purchase of a tent for one location. Classes in some locations are taught outdoors, and shelter facilities are needed to protect against variable weather conditions. |
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$2000 |
Provides post-program support for the participants in Sauder Africa. This support ensures that the momentum built during the program is maintained, and that business plans are turned into realized actions. |
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$5000 |
Sponsors an entire classroom (30-35 participants). This includes facilities, nutrition breaks, guest speakers and materials. |
For more information about the Sauder Africa Initiative, please visit our website: www.africa.sauder.ubc.ca
