About Us
Who We Are
Friends of Africa Development Foundation, widely known as FAD Foundation, is a nonprofit organization committed to strengthening communities through dialogue, knowledge exchange, practical support, and partnership. We work to connect people, communities, and institutions across Africa and North America in ways that promote dignity, inclusion, opportunity, and shared progress.
At our core, we are a people-centred organization. We believe that stronger communities are built through cooperation, informed engagement, and practical action that responds to real human needs.
Our Mission
To promote dialogue, inclusion, knowledge exchange, and development between Africa and North America through practical programmes, community engagement, and public-interest partnerships.
Our Vision
Thriving people and communities in Africa and North America are connected by opportunity, dignity, cooperation, and shared progress.
Our Values
Inclusion
We welcome diversity, participation, and belonging across the communities and institutions we engage.
Respect
Integrity
Transparency
Who We Serve
We serve and engage with:
- Individuals and families
- Refugees, newcomers, and community members facing barriers
- African and African-descent communities
- Youth, seniors, and underserved populations
- Partners, institutions, and stakeholders interested in public-interest collaboration
Our work is built around the idea that communities grow stronger when people are supported, heard, and connected to meaningful opportunities.
