Accra, Ghana – October 24, 2025 — In a groundbreaking move to promote inclusive education and social responsibility, the Ghana Philanthropy Forum (GPF) has officially announced the intended establishment of the Campus Philanthropy Fund (CPF) at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), the University of Cape Coast (UCC), and the University for Development Studies (UDS). This was announced at the 8th annual National Philanthropy Excellence Awards 2025, which was held in Accra in collaboration with the France Embassy in Ghana and a larger array of philanthropic partners. The occasion also commemorated the France Volunteers Day celebrations 2025.
The Campus Philanthropy Fund is a student-centered, community-driven initiative designed to make higher education more accessible. The initiative would seek to provide financial assistance to needy students while nurturing a culture of giving, empathy, and community service within Ghana’s tertiary institutions.
Speaking at the event, Dr. Ben Ocra, President of the Ghana Philanthropy Forum, and a lecturer at the University of Professional studies, emphasized the program’s transformative potential:
“The Campus Philanthropy Fund represents a new chapter in how we approach student support. We are not only giving financial assistance — we are inspiring a generation of socially conscious graduates who will, in turn, give back to society.” The Fund will consist of three components, he added, namely; a financial assistance component to assist needy students especially during examination periods, a food bank and students enterprise innovations support. Beyond financial aid, the program integrates mentorship and leadership development to prepare beneficiaries to become agents of positive change.
About the Ghana Philanthropy Forum and Its Partners
The Ghana Philanthropy Forum (GPF) is a national network dedicated to promoting strategic philanthropy, social investment, and sustainable development. GPF’s ability to forge and maintain partnerships with international philanthropy networks, such as the African Philanthropy Network, WINGS (Worldwide Initiatives for Grantmaker Support), Charles Stewart Mott Foundation and the Charity Aids Foundation (CAF-Global) strengthens its reach and impact by leveraging global best practices. GPF is one of three international partners of the Charities Aid Foundation (CAF). in Africa.
The Charities Aid Foundation (CAF) exists to accelerate progress in society towards a fair and sustainable future for all. Over the last 100 years, we have led the way in developing innovative approaches to giving. Annually, we distribute over £1 billion to social purpose organisations around the globe. As a leading charity operating in the UK, US and Canada, CAF works at the centre of the giving world. CAF partners with corporate and individual donors to enable them to give more effectively, strategically and impactfully. This includes connecting them to charities globally and providing access to our in-depth sector knowledge, governance expertise and innovative giving solutions.
For more information about the Campus Philanthropy Fund, visit www.ghanaphilanthropy.org or email info@ghanaphilanthropy.org or call 0244908608.
