Strategic Pillars
Our 2022-2026 Strategy transitions ZGF into a Community Foundation Support Organisation, centering communities as the primary actors in their own development.
Accountable Governance
Promoting transparency and accountability in the management of public resources and decision-making processes.
- Budget analysis and tracking
- Civic education on governance
- Advocacy for policy reforms
Civil Society Strengthening
Building the capacity of local CSOs and CBOs to effectively advocate for the rights of their communities.
- Organizational development support
- Grant management training
- Mentorship and coaching
Community Empowerment
Empowering local communities to identify their own development needs and utilize local resources for sustainable change.
- Participatory community planning
- Local resource mobilization
- Community-led initiatives
Policy & Research
Generating evidence-based research to inform policy advocacy and promote democratic governance in Zambia.
- Policy briefs and research reports
- Data-driven advocacy campaigns
- Stakeholder engagement forums
Strategic Re-positioning
ZGF is now transitioning from a civil society support organisation to a Community Foundation (CF) and eventually a Community Foundation Support Organisation (CFSO).
Fundamental Belief
"Communities have the assets and resolve to lead their own development."
Areas of Work & Strategies
Practical strategies designed to build a stronger philanthropic ecosystem in Zambia.
ABCD Approach
Asset-Based Community Development focuses on identifying and mobilising unrecognized local assets—financial, social, and knowledge capital—rather than focusing on lack.
Savings & Funds
Strengthening community financial assets through the formation and mentoring of saving groups, local fundraising, and the establishment of community funds.
Knowledge Hub
A national repository of philanthropy intelligence, hosting academic research, participatory action research, and community success stories.
Our Impact Through These Pillars
We leverage seasoned grant-making experience and seasoned technical support to ensure bottom-up change results in lasting development.
180+
Organizations Supported
1.5M+
Citizens Reached
61
Districts Covered
16+
Years of Impact
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