About the Campaign.

Through our campaign, you can empower Afghans, mainly women and girls, youth and persons with disabilities, to tackle local challenges through local businesses. Support our campaign to help them create innovative, locally owned solutions, start small businesses, and rebuild their communities.

Special Trust Fund for Afghanistan (STFA)

The Special Trust Fund for Afghanistan (STFA) enables UN organisations to ‘Deliver as One’ to provide basic human needs support in Afghanistan. Established in 2021, the STFA has helped over 5 million Afghans by providing essential services, skills, and jobs so they can rebuild their lives in the longer term. The crowdfunding campaign will help us to further scale the impact and scope of our ongoing work.

About the Challenges.

Afghanistan faces a crisis with over 6 million internally displaced persons due to conflict, natural disasters, and forced returns. Since September 2023, half a million Afghans have returned from Pakistan, with 900K more expected by December 2024, but most lack the means to rebuild their lives. This influx is straining the country's already limited resources and economy.

How we support.

  • Equip 10,000 Afghans with business skills.

    With your donation, we aim to equip 10,000 displaced Afghans with essential business skills to help them rebuild their lives and communities providing a pathway to sustainable livelihoods.

  • Help establish 1,000 small businesses.

    With your donation, we will select 1,000 proposals from the 10,000 displaced Afghans trained in business skills to establish local small businesses, providing locally owned solutions to the challenges they face.

Every dollar you donate

  • WILL DIRECTLY GO TO THE BENEFICIARY

  • WILL CHANGE LIVES

  • WILL BE TRIPLE MATCHED BY US

“I am extremely grateful for my job, which provides stable employment for many of us, including young people. This job is a lifeline, taking young people away from drugs and crime. The income I earn supports not only myself but also my family’s daily needs.” 

Mariam, a 23-year-old, worker in the Paper Recycling Factory revived by STFA

FAQs

  • Your donation will be used to train 10,000 displaced Afghans in business skills and to support 1,000 selected proposals for establishing small businesses. These businesses will provide sustainable livelihoods and locally owned solutions to the challenges faced by displaced persons.

  • Small businesses play a crucial role in local economies by creating jobs, generating income, and fostering community resilience. By supporting small businesses, we can help displaced persons rebuild their lives, address local challenges, and reduce dependency on humanitarian aid.

  • The selection process will involve a thorough review of proposals submitted by the 10,000 trained individuals. We will prioritize proposals that demonstrate innovative and viable business ideas, have a strong potential for success, and address specific local challenges faced by displaced communities.

  • We will provide regular updates on the campaign’s progress through our website, social media channels, and email newsletters highlighting the impact including success stories from the supported small businesses and the communities they benefit.

  • The training programme will last for up to 3 months, covering essential business skills such as financial management, marketing, and operational planning.

  • We will provide ongoing support and mentorship to the selected 1,000 small businesses, helping them navigate challenges and grow sustainably.

  • We are committed to transparency and accountability. Full financial reports will be conducted and shared with donors. We will also have an open communication channel for donors to ask questions and receive updates on the campaign’s impact.

  • Besides donating, you can help by spreading the word about our campaign on social media, and connecting us with potential partners or sponsors. Every bit of support helps us reach more people and make a bigger impact.

Are you ready to BE THE HOPE FOR DISPLACED AFGHANS?

Despite the enormous challenges they face, Afghan people remain resilient and hopeful. All they hope for is an opportunity to rebuild their lives. Your donation can be that hope. We hope you will join us.