A sister speaks to a hall of young people in yellow PACTPAN shirts

Friends of PACTPAN

Building a brighter future for Africa, together

We are donors who stand behind PACTPAN's work with young people, survivors and church leaders across the continent.

Transformative projects supported
20+
Countries impacted by the network
30+
Lives touched through our programmes
100,000+

Rooted in the diaspora, invested in Africa

Friends of PACTPAN was founded by people in the diaspora who wanted to stand behind the Pan-African Catholic Theology and Pastoral Network. We fund the projects, events and people that help African communities grow on their own terms.

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Where your support goes

All projects

Also supporting

  • Templeton ResearchersForming religious education and leadership toward a global, ecumenical and culturally decentred vision of spiritual maturity and flourishing.
  • Unsung African Women Heroes of FaithUncovering the stories of African women who have faced tremendous challenges and emerged victorious, and celebrating their resilience and faith.

How your gift works

We engage local stakeholders from the start, so every project is shaped by the communities it serves.

  1. Plan together

    We listen to local partners and communities first, then shape plans around their own needs and hopes.

  2. Deliver with care

    Projects are carried out with the people they serve, with sustainability built in from day one.

  3. Measure and report

    Regular reviews show what is working, so every gift does more over time.

Stories from the field

All stories

Guided by a board of 17 who know Africa and the Church

Priests, sisters, professors, retired professionals and advocates across the diaspora steer our mission.

Meet the board

Stand with communities across Africa

Every gift strengthens programmes that nurture African talent and uplift communities, chosen and led by people on the ground.