Anyone in society has the capacity to be a philanthropist, but for many the question becomes “How can I/we do this?” or “Where do I/we Start?” The Philanthropy Lab can help answer these questions and provide individuals or communities with the essential tools required to start or grow their philanthropy initiatives.

The Philanthropy Lab has resources and materials that individuals, communities and organisations across Africa can access and use to practice philanthropy also in a more structured manner. Through the Philanthropy Lab, SIVIO Institute is creating an avenue to help catalyse and grow philanthropy in its various forms in Africa. The lab provides ease of access to information and resources that will help strengthen giving in the region.

Our aim at SIVIO is to broaden participation in philanthropy throughout Africa. Beyond the template, we have established an online giving platform (www.africagiving.org) The platform promotes individual giving to organisations working on different causes in Africa.

The Ease of Doing Philanthropy Index provides individuals and organisations with information on the laws that affect giving.