Funders
We are very thankful to the following organisations which have contributed funds towards the work of the African Prisons Project. Without adequate funding we could not sustain the many projects that provide dignity and hope for men women and children in prisons in Africa.
We encourage new funding organisations to get involved with APP. Please contact us to enquire about funding one of our projects.
Funder Organisations
Vodafone
Vodafone runs an admirable programme which gives chosen individuals the opportunity to work for their elected charity for one year. Alexander McLean, APP director-general, applied for the World of Difference scheme seeking the financial support and he received a ‘salary’ of £25,000 and additional expenses necessary for him to continue his role in APP.
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Tearfund
Alexander McLean is part of Tearfund’s Inspired Individuals initiative which supports social entrepreneurs who have the vision and skills to transform communities and nations, working with and through the local church. Support includes a small stipend, professional and pastoral support and the chance to network and interact with other Inspired Individuals working in the same field.
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ICAP
in December 2008 APP received a significant donation from ICAP, the world’s premier interdealer broker, as part of the organisation’s annual Charity Day.
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Clore
In October 2009 APP’s director general won a place on the Clore Social Leadership Programme which offers leaders across the third sector the chance to develop as a leader.
Alexander McLean was one of 14 to benefit from the programme established by the Clore Duffield Foundation which provides a personalised leadership development programme with a mentor, coach, extended outplacement, practice-based research project, and two intensive residential courses including site visits to challenging contexts.
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Beacon Fellowship
Alexander McLean won the Beacon Prize for Young Philanthropist of 2007 in recognition of his work as founder and director of the African Prisons Project, and was then named as the 2007 Beacon Prize Overall Winner and was presented with a £30,000 cheque by Campbell Robb, Director General of the Cabinet Office - Office of the Third Sector.
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VPF
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VPF is a grant-making foundation dedicated to supporting small dynamic charities. By recognising unsung, everyday heroes with innovation and inspiration, VPF help tackle the biggest global problems with the leanest financial resources.
VPF is working with APP on its fundraising strategy, building a senior management team and the necessary infrastructure for APP to grow.
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