The highest level of recognition for nonprofit transparency and accountability.

Develop Africa is proud to announce that we have earned the 2026 Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency, the highest level of recognition awarded by Candid (formerly GuideStar).

This distinction reflects our ongoing commitment to financial accountability, organizational transparency, and responsible stewardship of every contribution entrusted to us.

The Platinum Seal is the highest transparency designation offered by Candid and is held by fewer than 1% of U.S. nonprofits. Candid. (2026). Introduction to Seals of Transparency. Candid Learning. https://learning.candid.org/introduction-to-seals-of-transparency 

For our donors, partners, grantmakers, and supporters, this recognition provides independent confirmation of our commitment to operating with integrity and openness.

What Is the Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency?

The Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency is awarded to nonprofit organizations that provide comprehensive information about their mission, leadership, finances, programs, and measurable impact.

It enables donors, foundations, and institutional funders to evaluate organizations using independently verified information.

Receiving the Platinum Seal demonstrates that Develop Africa meets the highest standards of nonprofit transparency.

Why This Matters

When you support Develop Africa, you deserve confidence that your generosity is being managed responsibly.

The Platinum Seal recognizes our commitment to:

• Financial accountability
• Responsible stewardship of donor funds
• Public reporting of organizational information
• Transparent communication about our programs and impact
• Continuous measurement of outcomes

Transparency builds trust, and trust makes a lasting impact possible.

Two Decades of Impact

Since 2006, Develop Africa has worked alongside communities across Sierra Leone and other parts of Africa to expand educational opportunities and empower individuals through practical support.

Together with our donors and partners, we have:

• Served more than 124,700 children
• Awarded 500+ scholarships
• Invested more than $3.3 million in programs across Sierra Leone
• Built and supported schools
• Distributed books, school supplies, backpacks, and STEM resources
• Expanded mentoring, workforce development, and girls' empowerment initiatives

Every achievement represents the generosity of people who believe education changes lives.

Accountability Beyond Financial Reporting

Transparency is about more than financial statements.

It is about showing supporters how resources are being transformed into measurable impact.

Develop Africa regularly shares:

• Program updates
• Impact reports
• Financial information
• Field photographs and videos
• Beneficiary stories
• Project outcomes

We believe our supporters should be able to see the difference their generosity is making.

Thank You to Our Supporters

This recognition belongs to every donor, volunteer, partner, and supporter who has walked alongside us over the years.

Your trust motivates us to maintain the highest standards of accountability while continuing to expand opportunities for children, youth, and communities.

Thank you for helping make this milestone possible.

View Our Candid Profile

We invite you to explore our public Candid profile to learn more about our organization, financial stewardship, and impact.

View Our Candid Profile → https://app.candid.org/profile/7027273/develop-africa-inc-20-3836551 

Looking Ahead

While we're honored to receive the 2026 Platinum Seal of Transparency, our focus remains unchanged. We will continue working to expand access to education, strengthen communities, empower youth and women, and steward every donation with integrity.

Together, we're creating brighter futures—one student, one family, and one community at a time.

Support a nonprofit committed to transparency and impact.

Whether you sponsor a student, provide school supplies, or make a one-time or monthly gift, your generosity helps expand access to education and opportunity across Africa.

Donate Today → https://give.developafrica.org