Pitch Day
Each year, CorpsAfrica Volunteers and their community partners bring bold, practical ideas to life through Pitch Day, a unique opportunity to showcase grassroots projects and rally support from donors and leaders passionate about creating lasting change.
Corps Africa Pitch Day:
Supporting Community-Led Solutions
Pitch Day is an annual event designed to unite business leaders, donors, development partners, CorpsAfrica alumni, and community supporters to locally fund small-scale, high-impact projects led by Corps Africa Volunteers and their communities.
At each event, Volunteers and their community counterparts present their projects to a panel of business and NGO experts. They respond to questions and explain how their projects were identified and will be implemented. Following these presentations, the audience is invited to contribute funds and sponsor projects directly.
Inspired by the spirit of transparent, impact-driven pitching popularized by shows like Shark Tank, Pitch Day nurtures a culture of philanthropy grounded in African leadership and collaboration. The event showcases the diverse, meaningful work Volunteers undertake and invites supporters to be active partners in driving sustainable change.
Watch the videos below to see how CorpsAfrica Volunteers are leading transformative change.
Why Pitch Day Makes a Difference
Turning Ideas into Action
Pitch Day provides a platform for CorpsAfrica Volunteers and communities to present well-thought-out, locally inspired projects, and secure the resources needed to implement them.
Bridging Communities and Supporters
By connecting grassroots changemakers with donors, mentors, and experts, Pitch Day helps build a network of support around impactful, community-driven work.
Promoting Sustainable Development
The projects pitched are designed for long-term benefit, addressing real needs with locally sourced solutions that communities can sustain.
Transform
See how your support turns grassroots projects into lasting impact.
Innovate
Support bold ideas that begin with a Volunteer and ignite change from the ground up.
Empower
Invest in local leaders who are building solutions with their communities.
Pitch Day Projects from Across Africa
Explore inspiring community-led projects presented by Corps Africa Volunteers. Each initiative reflects local solutions to critical challenges like water access, education, transportation, food security, and agriculture.
Project: Aboboyaa Transport Business in Efutu Kokoado
- Ghana
Due to the poor, muddy road conditions, residents lack reliable transportation to move goods and farm produce to markets. The proposed solution is to purchase an “aboboyaa” to serve as a transport service for the community. This will improve market access, increase farmers’ income, and create a job for a local driver.
- Fundraising Target: GHS 63,500
- US $4,097.07
- Amount Raised: GHS 47,588.64
- US $3,090.61
Project: Alleviating hunger through educational support
- South Africa
Ga-Semenya Village, 532 school children walk into classrooms each day but many face daily challenges at home, including limited access to food, learning support, and emotional support.This challenge is not just a social concern; it is a barrier preventing the community’s next generation from reaching their full potential. This is not just a gap! it’s a crisis. And it demands urgent action.
- Fundraising Target: ZAR 18,500
- USD $1,043.09
Project: Beekeeping Project
- The Gambia
The Kanjibat Beekeeping Project addresses economic instability and agricultural challenges in Kanjibat by launching a sustainable beekeeping initiative that enhances income, supports pollination, and strengthens food security.
- Fundraising Target: D126,000
- USD $1,800
Project: Borehole Rehabilitation: Restoring Access to Clean Water in Demba Wandu
- The Gambia
The community of Demba Wandu in Sandu District, Upper River Region, with 420 residents across 29 households, is seeking support to rehabilitate a broken hand pump into a functional borehole. This project aims to restore the water point by repairing the pump, securing a reliable water supply, and improving hygiene and health outcomes. The upgraded system will be community-managed to ensure long-term sustainability. With clean water access restored, the village will experience improved health, education, and economic productivity.
- Fundraising Target: D259,650
- USD $3,709
Project: Borehole Water Pumping to Tank & Kiosk Distribution
- Kenya
Ewamakhumbi Village, Kakamega County
The community faces severe water shortages, forcing women and children to walk long distances daily, affecting education, productivity, and health. The project aims to install a solar-powered water system with a 10,000-liter tank and water kiosk to improve access, hygiene, and support livelihoods.
- Fundraising Target: KES 246,026
- US $1,890.34
- Amount Raised: KES 40,540
- US $311.48
Project: Buyo Calla Primary School Classroom Renovation
- Ethiopia
The Buyo Kechema community has successfully renovated their kindergarten classroom, transforming a dusty and uninviting space into a cleaner, safer, and more engaging environment for young learners. The project was carried out in three phases: material procurement, three weeks of renovation, and a community showcase. This initiative has significantly improved learning conditions and includes plans for long-term maintenance to sustain the impact.
- Fundraising Target: 322,734 ETB
- US $2,363
Project: Commercial Piggery Farming for Youth Empowerment in Kivomo Village
- Rwanda
The Commercial Piggery Farming Project in Kivomo Village aims to create sustainable income for 60 youth by providing piglets, training, and support to boost their monthly income from 15,000 Rwf to 50,000 Rwf within a year. By leveraging local markets, financial literacy training, and partnerships with professional farmers, the project also strengthens leadership skills and reduces rural-to-urban migration. With a financial ask of 5,930,000 Rwf, the initiative expects to empower youth, stimulate small business growth, and enhance the overall community economy.
- Fundraising Target: 5,930,000 RWF
- US $4,128.18
Project: Commercial Rabbit Farming as a Path to Economic Empowerment
- Rwanda
The Ejo Heza Rusasa Commercial Rabbit Farming Project in Huye District aims to create sustainable income for 62 youth by boosting their monthly earnings from 20,000 Rwf to 65,000 Rwf through rabbit farming and related sales. The project also addresses malnutrition by providing high-quality protein to over 45 households and builds youth skills through training, savings initiatives, and strong market partnerships. With a financial ask of 5,600,000 Rwf, the project seeks to drive youth employment, improve nutrition, and strengthen community-led economic development.
- Fundraising Target: 5,600,000 RWF
- US $3,898.45
Project: Community Bakery
- South Africa
Mokasa 1, a rural community in Taung, North West, faces persistent food insecurity and economic challenges due to high unemployment and limited access to basic necessities such as bread. Residents often travel over 10 kilometers to buy bread, which is sometimes expired or unavailable from informal local vendors.
- Fundraising Target: ZAR160 192,00
- USD $910,459
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I attend a Pitch Day Event?
Pitch Days typically occur between February and June, depending on the country and progress of Volunteers and communities in the project identification process.
Stay updated by signing up for our newsletter to find out about upcoming events and keep an eye on each country’s social channels. Registration for the events usually opens a month before.
How can I support one of the projects that was pitched?
All Pitch Day events include the opportunity to donate to or sponsor a project on the spot, and it’s encouraged! In some cases, attendees take the information back to their organizations to organize a larger pledge of support or gather friends to jointly support a project.
How else are projects funded?
At least 25% of all community projects facilitated by CorpsAfrica Volunteers are funded by the community itself. No less than 10% of the total project cost is provided in cash and the remainder can be provided by in-kind donation (materials and labor).
Volunteers work with Development Partners to leverage funding for the remainder of the community project cost. CorpsAfrica maintains a fund to support community project funding gaps.
What if I want to sponsor a project that was not pitched?
CorpsAfrica accepts donations and sponsorships for all of our projects. If you are interested in sponsoring a project that was not presented, please reach out to the country office directly for more information or donate directly on our Donate page.
Pitch Day Media Spotlight
Support Our Work
Behind every Pitch Day project is CorpsAfrica’s commitment to empowering local changemakers and building sustainable solutions from the ground up.
By living and working in remote areas, our Volunteers partner with residents to identify priorities and implement impactful, grassroots solutions. Your support goes beyond a single project. It fuels CorpsAfrica’s mission to equip more African youth with the tools, training, and trust to lead transformative work across the continent.