Grant Master, the pioneering B2B marketplace for grant writers in Africa, has clinched the title of “Fundraising Champion of the Year” at the coveted 2023 Origo International Excellence Award. The award was conferred on Grant Master at a ceremony held recently , in Lagos.
Established by the Canadian organization, Origo International, the annual award celebrates innovative leaders across diverse industries who have made significant contributions to their respective fields. Grant Master’s selection as this year’s champion validates its standing as a transformative force in the burgeoning fundraising industry.
Olugbenga Ogunbowale, the Co-founder and CEO of Grant Master, upon receiving the award said, “This honor recognizes our commitment to revolutionizing the fundraising landscape over the last three years. We are thrilled to be acknowledged for our role in bridging the gap between ambitious organizations and their funding dreams.”
In the short span of three years, Grant Master has accelerated access to debt-free and equity-free funding for businesses, serving several high-profile African brands such as Crop2Cash, VFD Microfinance Bank, So Fresh, ROAM Africa, IITA, MikedCares, Emergency Response Africa, RCDIJ, Brighter Monday (Uganda & Kenya), and Money Africa. Its unique business model involves matching organizations with professional grant writers to simplify the fundraising process.
Grant Master’s commitment to industry excellence extends beyond grant writing. It fosters the financial stability of individuals and businesses through creative initiatives like the writers’ fellowship and active participation in industry events.
In addition to this latest accolade, Grant Master was recently recognized as one of the top 10 African startups in the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s U.S.-Africa Business Center (USAfBC) Africa Digital Innovation Competition, with funding from the United States African Development Foundation.
The Origo International Excellence Award serves to underscore the transformative change Grant Master is effecting in the fundraising industry and highlights its role as a trendsetter, fostering financial empowerment in Africa.
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