Don Jazzy, a leading music producer and record label owner in Nigeria, has launched SapioFunds, a social funding platform for fundraising and donations across Africa.
The music executive disclosed this on his Instagram page and kickstarted the project with a N1 million donation.
He said “Give Away time. What can N100,000 do for you right now? What project do you want to fund? Just Sapio fund it. It’s simple. Go to www.Sapiofunds.com state what you are trying to fund. Whatever it is. People that can help you raise the money will come thru for you. But for today I’m going to go through the projects and pick 10 people to Sapio fund their N100,000 project.”
He added that “After setting up your project on the Sapio fund website, share it here and tag me so I can check it out.”
In the video that accompanied the statement, the music mogul said following growing requests for financial assistance on his social media pages by fans in need, he has partnered with a friend, presumed to be Sonnia Agu, a graduate of Eastern Mediterranean University, Cyprus, and the founder of The Sapio Club, to launch a social enterprise platform to bridge the gap that exists between donors and the people in need across Africa.
To SapioFunds Projects
- Signup on through SapioFunds official website
- Then create a fundraising campaign and wait for donors
However, you can share your fundraising campaign via direct messages on social media and other platforms. The platform hopes to help Africans meet their genuine needs and reduce poverty.
On its website, SapioFunds said “Help Africans” thrive by providing free and easy access to funds, basic capital and the resources needed. No 100-page grant applications, no donors demanding you modify your message, no last-minute edits from investors. Just you doing you, adding value and getting support.”
“If you care about Africa, then turn compassion into action and help raise funds for her people and causes.
“Charity begins at home – For Africa by Africa.”