About Us

Our Mission

ERFIP`s mission is the convergence of philanthropy and business to drive sustainable development, systems and systemic change, serving as both an intergenerational and Global South–North bridge.

Rooted in the realities of emerging economies, ERFIP exists to strengthen and elevate philanthropy by mobilizing catalytic capital, fostering trust-based collaborations, and strategically convening visionary philanthropists and change makers across regions and generations.

Through bold partnerships and inclusive cross-regional collaboration, ERFIP cultivates a dynamic space where Southern-led, locally grounded solutions rise to meet global challenges—accelerating climate action, equity, and lasting impact for people and planet.

“Our country produces enough to feed us all. Alas, for lack of organization, we are forced to beg for food aid. It’s this aid that instills in our spirits the attitude of beggars”, Thomas Sankara -

“Our country produces enough to feed us all. Alas, for lack of organization, we are forced to beg for food aid. It’s this aid that instills in our spirits the attitude of beggars”, Thomas Sankara -

Our Vision

Dream It.

Build It.

Grow It.

What We Believe

We believe that :

  • Its time to change the narrative; its time that indigenous philanthropists and solutions should drive development.

  • W​e exist because frontier markets have long been excluded from the developmental discourse.

  • In connecting the dots between philanthropy, development and the private sector. Too often, efforts remain fragmented, resources misaligned, and local voices unheard.

  • Breaking the Begging Bowl: True philanthropy should empower local leadership and unlock shared
    value— through co-investment,     not reinforce dependency through endless giving.

  • In the power of data to support our and your work …

  • In working together with partners across sectors for impact and scale.

  • Convergence of business and philanthropy; and people and ideas.