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Building self-reliance in Adaklu
Friends of Adaklu is volunteer-led—digital literacy, after-school programs, scholarships, and more for families across the Volta Region.
Who we are
Rooted in Adaklu, reaching across the Volta Region
FOA is a different kind of NGO. We stay in Adaklu Dawanu and work village by village—no pop-in projects that leave when the funding runs out.
What we do How it works Our full storyEducation
Scholarships, supplies, and tutoring so kids stay in school.
Enrichment
After-school programs—including Dawanu—with arts, STEM, and life skills.
Digital literacy
Practical computer skills for students and teachers who need them.
Our impact
Year by year, the work grows
From rural classrooms to community centres, FOA works with local leaders on projects that stick.
- Run by volunteers, rooted in Adaklu
- Girls' education and digital access matter here
- We report back to supporters on where money goes
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What we do
Our programs
Student Sponsorship Program
When you sponsor a student's education you change that child's life forever. When you ensure a child's tuition you're opening the...
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Digital Literacy
Most kids in Adaklu had never touched a computer-until now. With your help, we're providing laptops, internet, and digital literac...
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Volunteer, donate, or tell someone about FOA—you help fill more baskets in Adaklu.
Adinkra wisdom
"I will help you fill your basket, but I will not carry it for you."
Questions & answers
Questions? Ask us.
Common questions are below. To volunteer or apply for study abroad, use the application form. For donations or anything else, email us—we read every message.
Email us
Email is best for general questions. Volunteer and study abroad applications go through the form so nothing gets lost.
- Location: Good Life Centre, Ho Adidome Road, Volta Region
- Web: friendsofadaklu.org
You can give online through our secure donation page. Every gift supports programs in Adaklu: scholarships, school supplies, digital literacy, and youth enrichment.
Prefer to discuss amount, timing, or dedication? Email us about your donation and we'll walk you through options.
Everyone at FOA is a volunteer. There are no salaries and no administrative costs, so every penny raised goes into the communities of Adaklu.
We offer a hand up, not a handout: tools, supplies, skills, and local partnership so projects are sustainable. Learn how we work, or email us if you'd like more detail before giving.
Receipt options depend on how and where you donate (for example, through CanadaHelps or another platform). Email us with your question and we'll confirm what applies to your gift.
We'd love to hear from you. Explore our story and mission, browse current programs, or read updates on the blog.
Tell us what you'd like to know (impact, specific projects, or how to give from abroad) and we'll reply by email. Start a donation conversation.
FOA is run by volunteers—in Ghana and abroad. Some people help remotely; others come to Adaklu. Study abroad applications use the same form.
Rather email first? Tell us your skills and availability and we will point you in the right direction.
Yes. We welcome partnerships and often work with international aid organizations. Email us about a partnership and we'll follow up to explore fit and next steps.