We enable funders to identify potential grantee partners through customized mapping exercises
- CSO Landscape Mappings: We analyze the current state of civil society organizations in specific regions or sectors, providing valuable insights into their strengths, challenges, and opportunities for growth.
- Program Evaluations: We assess the effectiveness and impact of CSO programs, helping organizations to improve their strategies, increase their reach, and achieve better outcomes for their beneficiaries.
- Capacity Assessments: We evaluate the organizational capacity of CSOs, identifying areas for improvement and providing tailored recommendations for capacity-building initiatives.
Our Recent Work
Our team of experienced researchers has successfully completed numerous projects across the African continent, including:
- 5 Continental mappings
- 3 Regional mappings
- 1 Thematic mapping
- 2 Evaluations
We assess effectiveness of relationships between funders and their grantees to increase partnership value and effectiveness
- Partner Identification: We conduct thorough research and analysis to identify potential partner organizations that align with a funder's goals and objectives.
- Due Diligence: We assess the capacity, credibility, and impact of potential partner organizations, ensuring that funders can make informed decisions about their investments.
- Grantmaking Strategy: We help funders develop tailored grantmaking strategies that support the growth and sustainability of their partner organizations.
- Monitoring and Evaluation: We assist funders in tracking the progress and impact of their investments, providing valuable insights to inform future funding decisions.
Our Recent Clients
We have worked with diverse clients, including some of the world’s most renowned foundations and organizations. Some of our recent clients include:
- The Open Society Foundation
- The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
- UN High Commission for Refugees
- Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids
We help CSOs to assess their organizational capacity and develop plans to fill the gaps
Our African CSO Platform consolidates our services and tools, offering a unique gateway to resources for and about African CSOs. This platform serves as a one-stop-shop, providing access to data, insights, learning materials, and networking opportunities that support the growth and effectiveness of CSOs and their funders.
Because creating and sustaining infrastructure is a long-term endeavor, this work to build strong civil society organizations — and with it a vibrant philanthropic ecosystem — is not for the faint of heart.
Rose Maruru
CEO & CO Founder
