Mastercard Foundation
The Mastercard Foundation works with visionary organizations to enable young people in Africa and in Indigenous communities in Canada to access dignified and fulfilling work. It is one of the largest, private foundations in the world with a mission to advance learning and promote financial inclusion to create an inclusive and equitable world. The Foundation was created by Mastercard in 2006 as an independent organization with its own Board of Directors and management.
Headquarter Country
Canada
Geographies served
Nigeria Ghana Uganda Canada Senegal Ethiopia Kenya Rwanda
Issue areas addressed
Diversity & Inclusion Education Financial Services
Communities served
Girls Youth Farmers, pastoralists and fishers
SDGs focus
SDG 1 - No Poverty SDG 4 - Quality Education SDG 5 - Gender Equality SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth