Africa is a continent of young people. It is also the neglected continent, and sizable philanthropic investments to address the comprehensive needs of children and youth will bring hope and encouragement at a crucial stage of their lives — and do much to help the continent to prosper. ELMA provides the resources of time, imagination, and funds to support selected programs that improve education and health.

Foundation grants:
contribute to the establishment of lasting institutions to serve children and youth in Africa; and
strengthen the self-sufficiency of African families and communities, helping them to take significant steps to resolve the problems that their young people face.