The Special Youth Leadership Foundation
The Special Foundation is a social impact organisation that focuses on raising young African leaders through education by providing platforms and opportunities to fulfil their dreams. We are …
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Mission
The Special Foundation is a social impact organisation that focuses on raising young African leaders through education by providing platforms and opportunities to fulfil their dreams. We are a community of young professionals with a vision to improve the quality of leadership in all spheres of governance in Africa by creating access for more children to get an education Founded by Seyi Akinwale in 2018 through his vision to improve the quality of leadership in all spheres of governance in Africa and ensure the creation of a platform where more young people can maximize their potential by gaining access to education. The foundation now has over 600 active partners and volunteers and has empowered over 35,000 less privileged, gifted African Children through education, mentorship, and leadership opportunities.
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyThe Special Youth Leadership Foundation is a registered education nonprofit based in Lagos, LA, Nigeria. It is registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 33/100 (Limited data available). This reflects limited public data, not concerns about the organization. This is below the average of 43/100 for education charities in Nigeria.
The Special Youth Leadership Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 33/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 33 ('Limited data available') reflects limited public data, not concerns about the organization. This is common for smaller, newer, or non-US charities that file fewer public records. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for education charities in Nigeria is 43/100.
The Special Youth Leadership Foundation is located in Lagos, LA, Nigeria.
The Special Youth Leadership Foundation is classified as a Education organization, registered in Nigeria.
The Special Youth Leadership Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 33/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. The organization is overseen by the CAC. You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.
Among education charities registered in Nigeria: The Special Youth Leadership Foundation's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 33/100 is below the peer average of 43/100.
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Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Nigeria under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
The Special Youth Leadership Foundation is registered in Nigeria. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
The Special Youth Leadership Foundation is registered in Nigeria. US donors generally cannot deduct gifts to non-US charities directly. To claim a deduction, route the gift through a US 'Friends of' fiscal sponsor or a donor-advised fund that performs equivalency determination (IRS Rev. Proc. 92-94).
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NeutralSpecial Foundation Expands Scholarship Programme in Nigeria - Punch Newspapers
The Special Foundation Releases 2025 Annual Impact Report, Reaching Over 62,000 Children Nationwide - THISDAYLIVE
The Special Foundation Concludes 2025 Special Summer School, Empowering Over 24,500 Children - THISDAYLIVE
Tinubu’s reforms will make Nigerians abroad return home soon — Minister - The Guardian Nigeria News
International Women’s Day: Heritage Energy Advocates Workplace Gender Equity - Majorwaves Energy Report
The Special Foundation Hosted a Career Mentorship Program to Celebrate Children’s Day with Students - BellaNaija
The Special Foundation launched to educate, upskill, Nigerian youth - Business News Nigeria
The Special Youth Leadership Foundation had its official launch & aims at developing Africa's Future leaders in under-served Communities - BellaNaija
The Special Foundation hosted an Inspiring Career Day at Lagos City Senior College - BellaNaija
HPPD and HPU Welcome Teens to Youth Leadership Academy - High Point University
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Quick facts about The Special Youth Leadership Foundation
- What is The Special Youth Leadership Foundation?
- The Special Youth Leadership Foundation is a education nonprofit organization based in Lagos, Nigeria. Special Foundation - Empowering Communities
- Where is The Special Youth Leadership Foundation located?
- Headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria.
- Is The Special Youth Leadership Foundation trustworthy?
- The Special Youth Leadership Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 33 out of 100 (Limited data available). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is The Special Youth Leadership Foundation's website?
- https://www.thespecialfoundation.org/
- Are donations to The Special Youth Leadership Foundation tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Nigeria under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.