The foundation

Catalytic support where it counts

Not every founder needs capital that expects a return. The QACC Africa Foundation provides grants, scholarships, and community infrastructure to strengthen the whole ecosystem.

An African maker supported by the foundation

Why a foundation

Removing the barriers markets can't

Markets reward businesses that are already strong. The foundation exists for the moments before that — the emergency, the scholarship, the safe space, the research that changes a policy.

Funded by partners, allied corporates, and community donations, every program is designed to protect privacy and dignity while unlocking real, lasting opportunity.

Programs

Where support flows

Emergency resilience grants

Fast, discreet support for members facing sudden risk to their business or safety.

Founder scholarships

Fully funded training, certification, and incubation places for high-potential founders.

Community infrastructure

Grants to country chapters building safe, in-person spaces for members to gather and trade.

Research & advocacy

Funding for the data and storytelling that moves inclusive economic policy forward.

Fuel the mission

Your support becomes someone's next chapter

Donations and partner grants fund emergency support, scholarships, and safe community spaces across the continent.