Who We Are

Open Gate Foundation is network of grassroots social groups, transforming development through survivor-led, community-driven solutions. We don’t just support communities—we are communities.

We partner across the public, private, and social sectors to deliver holistic services—from health and education to economic empowerment and human rights. Our work is shaped by advocacy platforms that equip people with the skills and knowledge to drive real change in their communities and society at large.

Open Gate Foundation is not a grant body—it’s a Movement rooted in lived experience. Led by those closest to the challenge

Open Gate Foundation began in 2000 as a volunteer network caring for orphans and vulnerable groups. Founded by Evelyn and  Job—a survivor of systemic injustice—the movement grew through compassion, collaboration, and community-led care.

In 2005, it formalized as Bethel CBO, expanding into youth empowerment, disability inclusion, women’s leadership, and holistic support. By 2013, it became a nationally registered nonprofit—anchoring autonomous councils and rejecting top-down charity models.

In 2024, Open Gate secured US registration, strengthening global partnerships and fiscal sponsorship. Today, it stands as a survivor-led platform advancing inclusive development across Africa—rooted in dignity, autonomy, and lived experience

Open Gate Foundation anchors a family of autonomous, survivor-led units and a network of fiscally sponsored grassroots organizations. This dual model drives systemic change while uplifting emerging movements that need structure, visibility, and accountability. Together, we form an ecosystem where dignity, equity, and justice guide every decision

Survivor-Led Units,  are autonomous, governed thematic Councils by those most affected in their focus area, and lead their own programs. Units can directly apply for funding, manage projects, and make strategic decisions while receiving administrative and financial support from the Foundation.

Fiscally Sponsored Organizations For grassroots initiatives not yet registered as independent legal entities, we provides fiscal sponsorship. We act as the legal and financial intermediary, enabling organizations to receive grants and donations securely, access financial management and compliance support, and focus on program implementation and community impact.

In practice, fiscally sponsored organizations submit project proposals to Open Gate, which reviews them for alignment, feasibility, and compliance. Approved proposals are submitted to donors under Open Gate’s legal entity, and funds are managed through the Foundation’s systems while the grassroots initiative implements the project.

Why This Model Works This model empowers voices to lead change, reduces barriers to funding, ensures financial and administrative accountability, and strengthens impact by allowing organizations to focus on mission delivery