Building Africa From Within
We enable Africans, home and abroad, to fund bold social entrepreneurs building social enterprises that lift communities out of poverty sustainably for as little as $10 a month.
How WAVRI Works
With collective contributions and member driven decisions, you can join thousands of Africans globally, funding sustainable solutions and directly shaping Africa’s future for as little as $10 a month.
Join the wavemakers community
Be part of a global network of Africans working together to create lasting change across the continent, no matter where they are.
Track your contribution’s impact
Follow your contribution to the field with transparent reporting, project updates, and impact stories from beneficiaries of your generosity.
Your contributions are strategically allocated
With Wavri, every dime is distributed for maximum impact via our transparent fund distribution metric.
Vote where your contributions are allocated
Every quarter, Wavri members decide which sustainable development projects receive funding, putting decision-making power in your hands.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know my money is being used correctly?
We take transparency seriously.
Every donor gets a unique Donor ID that gives them access to WAVRI’s impact dashboard. You’ll see where your contributions go, track project updates, and receive regular reports. Plus, our community votes on sustainable projects, so you’re not just giving, you’re involved.
Our accountability structure ensures that every donation is accounted for and every impact is visible.
Can I choose which project to support?
At WAVRI, your voice matters and your contribution goes further when we act together. Before supporting, we invite our subscribers to vote on sustainable development projects they believe should be funded next. These could include projects like training women in agro-processing, powering schools with solar energy, or supporting social enterprises tackling unemployment.
However, some needs simply can’t wait. In urgent situations, like funding emergency dialysis sessions or providing relief for displaced families, we allocate a portion of pooled funds (20%) immediately to respond to these crises. These are our charity and emergency interventions, and they are implemented based on verified needs on the ground.
This balanced approach allows us to be both strategic and compassionate, planning for long-term change while still showing up for communities in urgent need. And you’ll always know where your money went through our impact dashboards and transparent reporting.
Can businesses or organisations join?
Yes, organizations can absolutely be part of the Wavemakers community. Whether you’re a nonprofit, corporate body, faith-based group, or community-based organization, WAVRI offers a trusted platform for collective impact.
How do you identify and vet the projects to be funded?
We identify local, African-led projects and solutions that are solving real problems and helping people rise above poverty. Each project goes through a careful vetting process before it’s presented to our community.
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Who runs Wavri?
WAVRI is managed by a lean, passionate team of African changemakers, strategists, and community-builders committed to ending poverty through homegrown solutions. WAVRI is co-founded by Sarah Adekunle-James. She currently leads the organization.
How does WAVRI work?
WAVRI is a platform where Africans at home and abroad come together to support real, local solutions to poverty. You can join with as little as $10 or N4000 and help fund grassroots solutions that truly change lives.
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