At The Psychological Foundry for Human Development Initiative, we do two things:
We identify and forge Nigeria's most promising psychological minds into world-class, ethical, and effective leaders. We then deploy this incredible psychological talent to design and execute evidence-based initiatives that advance human development across our communities.
Your donation supports and empowers both of these goals. You are funding a complete cycle of transformation, from individual potential to collective impact.
In every corner of Nigeria, there are brilliant, passionate minds with the potential to revolutionise the field of psychology and uplift our communities. However, for too many, the greatest barrier to realising this potential is not a lack of talent but a lack of resources. A broken laptop, the high cost of data, and the inability to access tools—these small obstacles halt great minds in their tracks. At PFI, we are dedicated to ensuring that our doors are open to every exceptional individual, regardless of their financial situation. Your support enables us to remove these barriers and unleash this incredible human potential.
Our Investment Thesis: A Two-Fold Return
Your contribution to PFI is directed through our Scholarship and Impact Fund, which supports the two main pillars of our mission. We invite you to choose which pillar you wish to support, knowing that every single penny is a direct investment in a better, more psychologically-informed future.
Invest in a Leader
Offer a Resource and Access Scholarship to a talented but underfunded PFI Fellow.
Invest in an Initiative
Fund a PFI-led community project that applies psychological science to real-world issues.
Portfolio 1: Fund a Fellow, Forge a Titan
The Connectivity Gift
Amount: ₦10,000
Impact: This gift grants one Fellow a full month of unlimited data, ensuring they never miss a workshop, a mentorship session, or a deadline. It is a gift of connection.
The Toolkit Gift
Amount: ₦50,000
Impact: This gift grants one Fellow access to vital research databases and professional software. It is the gift of knowledge.
The Access Scholarship
Amount: ₦250,000
Impact: This generous donation offers a "Resource Scholarship" that enables a Fellow to obtain a dependable laptop, ensuring they have the essential equipment to complete their demanding two-year journey. It is the gift of access.
The Toolkit Gift
Amount: ₦750,000
Impact: This profound gift provides a full Resource and Access Scholarship for one exceptional PFI Fellow for their entire Crucible-year journey, covering their data, technology, and all material costs. You become a named patron for a future leader.
Portfolio 2: Fund an Initiative, Spark a Change
The Community Outreach Grant
Amount: ₦100,000
Impact: This grant contributes to the cost of one PFI-led initiative, covering materials and logistics. It is the gift of community education.
The Research and Advocacy Grant
Amount: ₦200,000
Impact: This grant contributes to the resources needed to conduct a small-scale research project and publish a PFI White Paper. It is the gift of evidence-based advocacy. .
Portfolio 3: Contribute in Your Own Way
The Monetary Gift
Discretionary Value
Impact: You may contribute any amount at your discretion to PFI, which will support our initiatives.
The In-Kind Gift
Discretionary Item
Impact: You may contribute an in-kind gift of any item and value, which will support our initiatives.
How to Make Your Investment
Please click the button below to donate to our cause.
In-Kind and Professional Support: Give Your Resources or Expertise
We also gratefully accept in-kind donations. Our most pressing needs include:
New or gently-used, high-performance laptops.
Corporate sponsorship of our bulk data subscriptions.
Pro-bono professional services (legal, audit, marketing).
Software licenses.
Venue spaces.
Full corporate sponsorships.
To discuss an in-kind donation, please contact our partnerships team at partnerships@psychfoundry.org.
Our Commitment to Accountability
Your trust is our most valued asset. We promise to uphold your investment with the highest standards of financial governance. Our audited annual financial reports will be available to all our supporters, and we are dedicated to demonstrating, with clear data and compelling stories, the significant return on your investment in human potential.