Ways to Support Askiya
We believe in the power of interdependence and collaboration to create thriving economic ecosystems for West Africans in Africa and its diaspora. Your support—whether through financial gifts or contributing your talent—directly fuels Makervillages, Food Sovereignty, and the Digital Cooperative Economy initiatives that drive sustainable development.
GIVE
Fund the Ecosystem
Your financial contribution is an investment in self-reliance, helping to create pathways out of dependency and towards full economic potential for West Africans.
Make a One Time Gift
A one-time donation provides essential working capital and resources to launch new initiatives and immediately empower local entrepreneurs and farmers.
Fund a Makervillage
Your gift directly supports the infrastructure, vocational training, and essential services within our community hubs.
Strengthen Food Sovereignty
Help provide training and resources that enhance agricultural practices, reduce dependency on external food sources, and strengthen local food systems.
Join Our Community
Give Monthly
Becoming a monthly donor is the most sustainable way to drive long-term change. Consistent contributions ensure predictable funding for ongoing programs, enabling communities to build assets and improve financial stability through the Community Development Account.
Guaranteed Impact
Sustain year-round training, mentorship, and support for local businesses and value-added industries.
Build Resilience
Help us continuously mitigate socio-economic hindrances and environmental challenges like deforestation
Lead the Movement
Your reliable support allows Askiya to expand the Makervillage model and policy advocacy for economic regeneration across the region
Contribute Your Talent
Your skills, expertise, and time are invaluable assets that directly contribute to the Network Effects and collaborative spirit of our ecosystem. We invite you to join our network of partners and share your professional talent.
Become an Askiya Resident
Join our long-term volunteer program by living and working directly within a Makervillage in rural West Africa for a dedicated period.
Holistic Contribution
Support the entire value chain of local commodities, from assisting in production to developing market-ready goods.
Fulfill a Critical Need
Help foster collaborative networks and contribute to improvements in essential infrastructure and services within the Makervillage.
Deep Integration
Apply your expertise in areas like business development, sustainable agriculture, or digital skills to empower local communities.
Strategic Partnerships Organizations Corporations
We seek mission-aligned organizations and businesses to forge partnerships that amplify our collective impact.
Funding & Investmen
Explore impact investing and resource sharing to scale initiatives like the Digital Cooperative Economy and Makervillages
Talent Transfer
Partner with us to provide internship or employment opportunities for graduates of our skills development programs.
Skill-Based Consulting
Offer technical assistance in areas such as digital transformation, supply chain optimization, or financial modeling for local enterprises.