Partner with Us

Two ways to partner with OGF.

Whether you're a grassroots initiative seeking structure, or a donor, expert, or institution wanting to invest directly in survivor-led leadership — here's how to build a partnership with Open Gate Foundation.

Fiscal Sponsorship Partner with a Council

Apply for Fiscal Sponsorship

Empowering survivor-led, community-rooted initiatives across Kenya

Open Gate Foundation Kenya offers fiscal sponsorship to grassroots organizations committed to justice, dignity, and inclusive development. Through this model, we provide legal and financial infrastructure, donor stewardship, and strategic mentorship — so you can focus on impact.

Whether you're working in gender justice, climate resilience, disability inclusion, youth leadership, or faith-based outreach, we welcome partnerships rooted in transparency, equity, and survivor leadership.

What We Offer

Fiscal sponsorship is a partnership model, not a grant program. We do not provide direct funding, but we do offer:

Legal and financial oversight
Grant and donation management
Budgeting and reporting support
Strategic mentorship and visibility

Eligibility

We welcome applications from:

Survivor-led or community-rooted initiatives
Registered or emerging CBOs, CSOs, PBOs
Organizations aligned with justice, equity, and inclusion

How to Apply

1. Download the application form

Download here

2. Apply online

Apply here

3. Submit your completed form

Email to: info@ogfkenya.org

4. Prefer online submission?

Submit Via Google Form

Need help?

We are here to guide you.

Call: +254 702 468 206 Email: info@ogfkenya.org

Partner with Our Survivor-Led Councils

The Heart of Our Ecosystem

At Open Gate Foundation, we don't just serve communities — we follow their lead. Our Autonomous Councils are thematic, survivor-governed arms that hold full decision-making authority. When you partner with a council, you are investing directly in leadership that is rooted in lived experience.

Mazingira Council: Climate Justice & Stewardship

"Mazingira" is Swahili for Environment. This council leads our "Save Green II Save Blue" movement, focusing on proactive sustainability and protecting Kenya's vital ecosystems.

Key Focus: Reforestation (10M native trees goal), water conservation, and agro-tourism.

Partner Goal: We seek environmental experts, green energy donors, and corporate CSR partners to scale our Sustainability Villages.

Voice of Freedom Council: Human Rights & Advocacy

The backbone of our civic engagement, ensuring that the marginalized have a seat at the table of power.

Key Focus: Human rights advocacy, civic education, legal reform, and interfaith peacebuilding.

The Impact: Bridging the gap between grassroots survivors and policy-makers to ensure constitutional rights are protected.

Partner Goal: We seek legal partners, human rights organizations, and policy advocates to support our community forums.

Centre for Disability Justice – Kenya: Inclusion & Rights

Operating under the principle of "Nothing About Us Without Us," this council is led by persons with disabilities to dismantle systemic barriers.

Key Focus: Accessibility, inclusive design, legal aid, and special needs education.

The Impact: Deploying community paralegals to secure justice for PWDs facing discrimination or rights violations.

Partner Goal: We seek health institutions, technology partners (assistive tech), and inclusive education specialists.

Kenya Youth Alliance: Leadership & Innovation

This council empowers the next generation of Kenyan leaders to move from "beneficiaries" to "solution-creators."

Key Focus: Youth-led development, digital inclusion, entrepreneurship (Jipe Job Poa), and civic action.

The Impact: Linking youth in informal settlements to government procurement opportunities (AGPO) and digital work skills.

Partner Goal: We seek tech mentors, TVET institutions, and venture philanthropists to invest in youth innovation.

Open Gate Women Alliance (FWJES): Gender Justice

Formerly known as the Forum for Women's Justice and Empowerment Society. A survivor-centered alliance advancing the power, voice, and leadership of women and girls.

Key Focus: Ending Gender-Based Violence (GBV), climate-responsive farming for women, and economic empowerment through SILC (Savings) groups.

The Impact: Creating safe spaces and specialized gender-justice systems in rural and urban Kenya.

Partner Goal: We seek feminist funds, women-led organizations, and health partners focused on SRHR.

How to Start Your Partnership

Whether you are a donor, a technical expert, or a fellow grassroots organization, there is a place for you in our ecosystem.

Select Your Council: Identify the thematic area that aligns with your mission.

Contact Our Secretariat: Reach out to our partnership desk at info@ogfkenya.org.

Define Your Impact: We work with you to create a customized partnership agreement (MOU) that ensures transparency and results.