Seed & Scale Fund
Helping farmers turn harvests into thriving businesses.
Many smallholder farmers in rural Africa grow enough to survive, but not enough to build financial security. Without access to savings, loans, or reliable markets, it’s hard to invest, grow, or recover from setbacks.
The Seed & Scale Fund helps farmers move beyond subsistence farming and build sustainable, independent livelihoods.
What your support makes possible
With the right training and connections, farmers can:
- Save and invest in their farms and small businesses
- Grow and sell a wider range of products
- Access markets, cooperatives, and buyers
- Strengthen their skills in enterprise and financial management
- Test new ideas and adapt to changing conditions
Most farmers we work with will earn above the global poverty line, build regular savings to protect against shocks, and run multiple income-generating activities for greater resilience. Together, we can help farming families turn hard work into opportunity and create stronger local economies for the future.
If you would like to make a donation to support this work, please do so via the secure form below - we thank you for your generosity. If your donation is £5,000 or above, please contact partnerships@rippleeffect.org so you can be added to our Seed & Scale giving circle and receive additional benefits as a special thanks for your contribution.
FAQ: Donation Processing Fees
When you donate online, you’ll see a tick box giving you the option to cover the processing fee. This small additional cost helps ensure that your full intended donation goes directly towards Ripple Effect’s work, rather than being reduced by transaction fees.
No — covering the fee is entirely optional. If you choose not to, Ripple Effect will cover the processing cost ourselves. Either way, we are deeply grateful for your support.
The donation form includes a tick box that is pre-selected. To opt out of covering the fee, simply untick this box before completing your donation. Your donation will still be processed, and Ripple Effect will receive the full amount you chose to give.
The donation form is powered by Blackbaud, a trusted platform we use to securely process online donations. The transaction fee is set by Blackbaud and may vary depending on the donation amount. Ripple Effect does not set or receive any part of this fee.
We continually review our platforms to ensure we are using the most effective and cost-efficient systems available, while keeping your donations secure and easy to make.
This approach gives you the choice: you can choose to cover the fee if you’d like your full gift to go towards our work, or opt out and allow Ripple Effect to pay the processing cost on your behalf. This flexibility helps us continue making the best use of the donations we receive while respecting each donor’s preference.
Absolutely. If you’d rather not use the online form, we’re always happy to take donations over the phone. Just call our team on 01225 874222 / 01225 688222 (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm), and we’ll be glad to help.
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