We are EMpower
The Emerging Markets Foundation is a global philanthropy focused on at-risk youth in emerging market countries. With a world-wide community of supporters, we strategically invest in vital, local organizations who work to empower youth.
Learn About What We Do
The Latest from EMpower
Liquidity Finance holds EMpower Trading Day Wednesday 2 November
Liquidity Finance will hold its 8th Annual Trading Day to benefit EMpower's work to support at-risk youth in EM countries. Over the last seven years, Liquidity has raised over $947,000 for EMpower’s grantmaking! Liquidity Finance is also a Premier Sponsor of EM GIVES- A Night Out with EMpower, our fall fundraiser in New York City. Thank you Liquidity Finance for all of your support!
Citi e for Education 2016 global campaign happening now through November 18!
EMpower's work in education will benefit from the Citi Campaign for the 4th year!
Find out moreEM GIVES - A Night Out with EMpower
EMpower is thrilled to announce the return of EM GIVES—A Night Out with EMpower in New York on October 26th! The fall cocktail party brings together hundreds of EM professionals for an energy-packed evening of philanthropy in support of transforming the lives of at-risk youth.
Find Out More!2015 Annual Report Now Available
The 2015 EMpower Annual Report is now available. In it you will find all of the details on our financials including how we put our money to work helping youth in EM countries. We think you'll be very satisfied and surprised.
Download the Report TodayEMpower Impact to Date
651
Grants Made
$20M
Awarded
253K
Youth Directly Impacted
968K
Lives Touched
We focus on at-risk youth
Young people are a critical resource in emerging market countries. As a sizable part of the population, they play a key role in their countries’ futures, yet many live in poverty, facing discrimination, violence and exclusion. We focus on three areas crucial to youth development–livelihoods, education, and health and well-being– so that young people have the opportunity to realize their potential.
Partnership with Impact
We currently have more then 100 active grantee partners in 15 EM countries. Find out how they are making a significant difference.
FEATURED GRANTEE PARTNER
AMANDLA EDUFOOTBALL
South Africa
Amandla EduFootball’s sports, leadership and life skills, and community empowerment programs work to prevent at-risk young people from joining gangs or becoming involved in other criminal or violent activities; provide information on health risks such as drugs and HIV/AIDS; and ensure regular school attendance. Young participants learn to respect boundaries and authority, and to become responsible and active members of society. AEF is also shaping the wider community to create a safe learning and living environment.
LET THEM LEARN: Quality Education for ALL YOUTH
An immense challenge, but one we’re strategically poised to take on.
Find out more and donate today!Our Underwriters pay for all of our administrative and fundraising costs, so 100% of your donation goes directly to empowering at-risk youth.
Latest News
- Evening with Next GEN in London
- Posted 14 September 2016
- Fight for Peace participant stars in Olympic Closing Ceremony!
- Posted 23 August 2016
- Citi e for Education 2016 to benefit EMpower for 4th year!
- Posted 22 August 2016
Upcoming Events
- 26 October 2016
- EM GIVES – A Night Out with EMpower in New York
- 10 November 2016
- Evening with EMpower in Hong Kong
- 17 November 2016
- Annual Dinner in Support of Youth 2016 in London
