How to Get Involve - Supporting SHIFT's Mission
Here at SHIFT Enterprise Academy, we’re on a mission to empower ambitious young people, women entrepreneurs, and build communities across East Africa.
But we can’t do it alone!
We need your support to continue creating opportunities for economic mobility and transformation. Below are some specific ways you can help us make a difference.
Here’s how you can help SHIFT continue empowering young entrepreneurs across East Africa. Your support makes all the difference—whether through partnership, sponsorship, donations, volunteering, or spreading the word.
Together, we can create lasting impact and drive the mission of economic mobility. Let’s make a change, one contribution at a time!
Your generosity helps us build a
stronger community.
$25
Provides data for a student to access the internet for one month helping young entrepreneurs learn essential business skills.
$100
Covers the cost of a mentorship session for a student or aspiring business owner.
$500
Supports a full scholarship for a participant in our entrepreneurship program.
If you represent a business or organization, consider becoming a corporate sponsor!
Support for Programs
Your sponsorship can fund workshops, events, or scholarships, directly benefiting those we serve.
Brand Exposure
As a sponsor, your company will be recognized in our materials, events, and online platforms, showcasing your commitment to social change.
Community Engagement
Corporate sponsors often have opportunities to engage with our programs, including mentorship and networking events.
Become a mentor or lend a hand
in our operations!
Mentorship
Share your knowledge and experience with aspiring entrepreneurs. Your guidance can help them navigate challenges and achieve their goals.
Event Support
Assist with organizing workshops, community events, or fundraising activities. Your help ensures our events run smoothly and successfully.
Administrative Assistance
Help with office tasks, outreach, and communications. Every bit of support keeps our programs running efficiently.
Spread the word about SHIFT and
help us reach more people!
Share our story
Talk to your friends, family, and social networks about the work we’re doing. The more people know about SHIFT, the more support we can attract!
Host an Event
Organize a gathering to share information about SHIFT and encourage others to get involved. It could be a small meetup or a larger community event.
Collaborate
If you have connections to businesses or organizations, help us form partnerships that can lead to new opportunities and support.
Every bit of support from your fundraiser goes directly to empowering more entrepreneurs and students.
You can organize your own fundraiser to support SHIFT’s mission! Whether it's a small gathering, an online campaign, or a large community event, hosting a fundraiser allows you to rally your network and make a meaningful impact.
You can organize your own fundraiser to support SHIFT’s mission!
Raise Awareness
By sharing SHIFT’s mission with your friends, family, or coworkers, you not only raise money for our programs but also spread awareness about the work we do.
Create a Ripple Effect
Create a Ripple Effect: Your event could inspire others to take action and get involved, multiplying the impact you make!
Support SHIFT by donating goods or services.
Technology & Equipment:
Laptops, cameras, or office supplies are always needed to help students and entrepreneurs in our training programs.
Professional Services
If you’re a professional in fields like marketing, legal services, or business consulting, offering your expertise can provide vital support to SHIFT and the people we serve.
Give someone the gift of opportunity by sponsoring a student or entrepreneur in one of SHIFT’s programs.
Personalized Support
Your sponsorship goes directly to helping an individual gain the skills and knowledge needed to build a successful future.
Long-Term Impact:
By supporting one person, you’re not just changing their life—you’re helping to transform communities and economies.
Help SHIFT participants gain real-world experience by offering internships at your company or organization.
Skill Development
Internships allow students and young entrepreneurs to gain practical skills and knowledge in their field of interest.
Pathways to Employment
Many of our participants seek internships that lead to long-term employment or opportunities to start their own ventures.
Collaborate with SHIFT on projects that align with our mission.
Shared Impact
By working together, we can create more powerful programs that benefit both SHIFT and your organization’s goals.
Resource Sharing
Partnerships allow us to leverage each other’s resources, expertise, and networks to make a greater difference.
Your knowledge and insights can help us keep evolving and improving our programs to serve even more people!
Partners from academia or research institutions can partner on SHIFT Research Collaborations aimed at studying the impact of SHIFT’s educational models on entrepreneurship, employment, and economic growth in East Africa.
If you have expertise in areas like business development, technology, or education, you can support SHIFT by contributing to our research and development.
Program Innovation
Help us design cutting-edge programs and tools that meet the needs of the communities we serve.
Market Insights
Share your research to help us stay ahead of trends, ensuring SHIFT continues to offer the most relevant and impactful services.