Empowering Vulnerable Youth through Vocational Skills Development in Uganda

Name of organisation	Neftaly
Type of organisation
Date of establishment
Country of registration
Legal status, registration number and date (1)	2018\537707\07
Official address of organisation
Website of organisation (2)	www.saypro.online
Name of applicant	Neftaly .Malatjie
Applicant’s function in organisation	CEO
Email address	neftaly.malatjie@gmail.com
Telephone number	: 011 071 1903 \ 084 313 7407
Who introduced you to us?	I came across the funding opportunity on your website.

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www.saypro.online

For what purpose do you request a grant?

Provide a short and precise description in max. 100 words!

We request this grant to enhance vocational training for vulnerable youth (ages 14–28) in Uganda. The funding will be used to improve training quality through updated tools, equipment, and teaching materials, increase accessibility by reducing barriers for disadvantaged participants, and strengthen employment outcomes via internships and mentorship programs. This project will equip young people with practical skills, promote self-reliance, and create pathways into meaningful employment or self-employment, contributing to sustainable economic empowerment and social development in underserved communities.

The beneficiaries of this grant will be vulnerable and disadvantaged youth aged 14–28 in Uganda, particularly those from training, mentorship, and support that enhances their employability and self–reliance.rural and underserved communities. They will gain access to practical vocational

Age range	Boys / young men	Girls / young women	Total
< 14 year	0	0	0
14 – 28 year	100	100	200
> 28 year	0	0	0

The target group for this project consists of 200 vulnerable youth aged 14–28 in Uganda. This includes 20 street children, 30 orphans, 10 youth with disabilities, 5 hearing-impaired young people, and 135 other disadvantaged youth from low-income households or rural areas with limited access to vocational training. The project will provide them with practical skills, mentorship, and support to enhance their employability and self-reliance.

Description of activities

Describe the activities that will be undertaken to achieve the earlier described project purpose – when are those activities planned to be done, and what are the expected results and estimated cost of each activity in local currency?

Description of activities

Describe the activities that will be undertaken to achieve the earlier described project purpose – when are those activities planned to be done, and what are the expected results and estimated cost of each activity in local currency?

No.	Activity	Start	End	Expected result		Cost
1	Procurement of vocational tools & equipment	Jan 2026	Mar 2026	All necessary tools and equipment procured and ready for training sessions		$ 1,788
2	Curriculum update & teacher training	Feb 2026	Apr 2026	Updated training curriculum in place; teachers trained to deliver modern, relevant skills		$ 715
3	Recruitment & outreach of target youth	Jan 2026	Feb 2026	100 vulnerable youth identified and enrolled in the program		$ 358
5	Implementation of training & mentorship program	Mar 2026	Dec 2026	Youth complete training and mentorship; acquire vocational skills and practical experience		$ 2,149
TOTAL					$   5,000

Financial coverage

	Amount	Status (*)
Total project cost (in local currency)	$ 5,000	Committed
Own contribution (in local currency)	$1,430	Requested
Requested support from Van Doorn Foundation (in local currency)	$4000	Committed
Other donors (specify)	$720

(*) indicate whether available, committed or requested

Motivation

Explain how the project will contribute to each of the Van Doorn Foundation grant program objectives.

This project directly contributes to the Van Doorn Foundation grant program objectives by

1. Empowering vulnerable youth: By providing practical vocational skills and mentorship, the project enhances employability and economic independence among underprivileged youth.
2. Promoting sustainable development: Training in relevant trades encourages long-term self-sufficiency and supports community development.
3. Strengthening education and skill development: Updating curricula and providing teacher training ensures high-quality, contemporary vocational education aligned with labor market needs.
4. Fostering social inclusion: Outreach and recruitment prioritize marginalized groups, including street children, orphans, and youth with disabilities, promoting equal opportunities