International Development and Aid
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Understanding and partnering with faith-based organizations can extend the reach of social programs.
Effective social programs rely on reaching the most vulnerable members of a community. Faith-based organizations (FBOs) present a powerful, underutilized resource.
The nonprofit sector has grown significantly over the past two decades.
Between social enterprises and hybrid models, we analyze the emergence of new types of nonprofit organizations. We explore how these new actors are shaping the landscape and potentially blurring traditional lines between nonprofit and for-profit sectors.
Collaboration and partnerships are becoming increasingly important in the nonprofit world.
As organizations recognize the immense value of working together to address complex social challenges and maximize their impact. The driving forces behind this increased emphasis on collaboration are multifaceted, stemming from a combination of resource constraints, evolving societal needs, and a growing understanding of the interconnectedness of social issues.
Explore AFRODAD’s work through a wider lens.
We need to engage local communities in the design and implementation of social protection programs
Informal giving and mutual aid are deeply ingrained in African cultures and traditions.
Age-grades, rotating savings and credit associations and extended family structures all play a role in informal giving and can be influenced by gender dynamics and social hierarchies.
Philanthropy is increasingly intersecting with social movements and activism
The landscape of philanthropy in Africa is undergoing a fascinating shift, with a growing intersection between traditional funding and social movements/activism.
The decolonization of philanthropy is an emerging conversation in Africa.
Traditionally, philanthropy has been dominated by Western actors setting agendas and priorities. Decolonization seeks to shift this paradigm.
Pandemic to change the long-term trajectory of digital adoption within the nonprofit sector.
Accelerated cloud migration and remote work capabilities have become essential for operational continuity, with nonprofits rapidly adopting cloud-based tools for fundraising, donor management, and volunteer coordination
Donor Love in 2024: Is it more retention or revolution?
Generational differences are playing a significant role in shaping giving patterns, with younger donors exhibiting distinct preferences and motivations. Millennials and Gen Z donors tend to prioritize social justice, environmental sustainability, and causes aligned with their personal values.
Many African nonprofits are bursting with potential, but lack the internal strength to fully deliver.
Operational effectiveness is often hindered by a lack of technical skills among staff and volunteers in areas such as program planning, financial management, monitoring and evaluation, and fundraising. Targeted training and skill development initiatives are essential to enhance the efficiency and impact of nonprofit interventions
Financial Autonomy: Equipping local governments with reliable and predictable sources of revenue.
Discover strategies for allocating resources based on local needs and service delivery costs.
Impact investing and ESG (environmental, social, and governance) investing are gaining traction in the philanthropic world.
The philanthropic landscape is embracing innovative funding mechanisms. Impact investing goes beyond traditional financial returns, targeting investments that generate measurable positive social or environmental impact.
Charity: Clicks for Change?
Has Social Media Leveled the Giving Field?
Social media and online platforms have made giving easier than ever. But is everyone truly on equal footing, or are there new barriers to navigate in this democratized world of philanthropy?
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is an increasingly important driver of philanthropic giving.
Millennials are Rewriting Giving
The way we give is changing! Baby Boomers wrote checks, but Millennials are all about clicks and causes.
Nonprofits stepped up big during the pandemic, but did their newfound appreciation translate into lasting financial support? Is a funding cliff looming, or have we entered a new era of sustained giving for the nonprofit sector?
The growth of Africa’s middle class and high-net-worth individuals presents significant opportunities for domestic resource mobilization for the continent’s development.