Pitch Day
A Case Study in African Philanthropy & Community-Led Development
Overview
Pitch Day is CorpsAfrica’s premiere annual event, bringing together business leaders, philanthropists, development partners, CorpsAfrica Alumni, and community supporters to directly fund innovative, small-scale, high-impact projects.
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 how they will be implemented. After the 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.
Latest Pitch Day Projects
Explore inspiring community-led projects presented by Corps Africa Volunteers. Each initiative reflects local solutions to critical challenges like public health, water access, education, transportation, food security, and agriculture.
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.
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.