About the Foundation

Our mission is to expand access to education for high‑potential students facing financial barriers.

Diverse students collaborating on educational projects

Our Story

Building pathways to education for those who need it most

Our mission

The Obeng Scholarship Foundation exists to support students with strong academic promise who may not have the financial resources to progress. We combine scholarship funding with mentoring and local partnerships to help students succeed.

How we work

Students in library

Identify

We collaborate with schools and community leaders to identify students who meet our criteria.

Student receiving educational support

Support

We provide targeted financial support and connect scholars to mentoring resources.

Team collaborating on student progress

Follow‑up

We do periodic check‑ins to ensure support is effective and to help scholars plan next steps.

Governance

We maintain strong governance structures to ensure fair, accountable, and community-informed decision-making.

Board of Directors

Our board includes educators, community leaders, and professionals who provide strategic oversight and ensure we stay true to our mission.

  • Strategic planning and vision
  • Financial oversight
  • Policy development

Committees

Specialized committees handle key areas of our operations with expertise and dedication.

  • Education: Curriculum and standards
  • Selection: Fair application review
  • Finance & Audit: Financial integrity
  • Partnerships: Community relations

Advisory Network

Local educators, school heads, and district authorities help us identify students and verify needs within their communities.

  • Local school partnerships
  • Community verification
  • Student progress monitoring

Transparency

Openness and accountability are at the core of everything we do. We believe donors, applicants, and partners deserve full visibility into our operations.

Published Criteria

Our selection criteria are publicly available. Every applicant knows exactly what we look for and how decisions are made.

Financial Reports

Annual reports detail how every donation is spent. We publish fund allocation breakdowns for full accountability.

Open Communication

We welcome questions from donors, applicants, and the public. Reach out anytime for clarification on our processes.

Impact Tracking

We track and share scholar outcomes, showing the real-world impact of donations on students' educational journeys.

Students benefiting from scholarship support