Empower Young Minds Through Education

Our Key Initiatives

Child receiving a school backpack through The Shidaa Foundation Operation Backpack program

Operation Backpack

Providing school supplies and backpacks to children in need.

Jersey For Jobs

Empowering women in skilled trades through training & scholarships.

Education in Canada & Ghana

Supporting children’s education and building brighter communities.

Corporate/Group Volunteering with Kits For A Cause

SHIDAA FOUNDATION KITS FOR A CAUSE PROGRAM

Looking for an engaging corporate/group volunteering or team building activity? Why not make a difference through our SHIDAA FOUNDATION KITS FOR A CAUSE PROGRAM. Help assemble “care kits” for homeless and Children and Youth in need. This program was developed specifically to accommodate groups of all sizes, whether you’re volunteering with friends, family, colleagues, or on your own, from groups of 5 to 5,000, your contribution directly impacts our community.

Wear The Change

Fill a Backpack.Give a Helping Hand.
Every Shidaa T-Shirt ordered directly provides essential school supplies to kids in need across Canada & Ghana

The Shidaa Foundation: Child Education Canada & Ghana

The Shidaa Foundation empowers children through education by providing backpacks, school supplies, books, and stationery to students in Canada and Ghana. We deliver essential learning resources year-round to fight learning poverty and ensure every child accesses quality education.​

Your donations fund scholarships, bursaries, and classroom materials that create opportunities for young learners across borders. Join Shidaa today to support ongoing child education initiatives

Request School Supplies Donation

Help schools and families in need receive backpacks, books, pens, and stationery from Shidaa Foundation. Apply now for child education resources serving vulnerable students in Canada and Ghana.

Here’s what we can provide:

Our Need.

We need your assistance to make an impact

The report by UNICEF and African Union Commision reflects a wide gap in the public education system in Sub-Sahara Africa.

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Learning Loss

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Learning Poverty

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Adult Literacy Rate in Western Africa.

Operation Backpack

Operation Backpack 2025

Community in Action

From supporting operations in Canada to working on the ground in Ghana, our volunteers are the heartbeat of our foundation. Their dedication, time, and compassion make it possible for us to reach communities, deliver resources, and create meaningful impact. See them in action and join the movement.

Canada Volunteer

Media Coverage & Featured Stories

CTV News

Wisdom Blog

360 NH exchange

Sent Music

FNN 

Our Strategic Partners

Collaborating with world-class organizations to maximize our educational outreach.

Join the Circle

Become a monthly donor today and see your name on our wall of legacy.

Everything you need to know

Frequently Asked Questions

We support children in need across underserved communities in Ghana and Canada. Our donations are intended for children under the age of 18 who lack access to basic school supplies.

You can contact us directly through our Contact Us page. Please provide details like the child’s age, location, and school level. Our team will review and follow up.

We provide backpacks, exercise books, pens, pencils, erasers, math sets, rulers, and sometimes school uniforms and shoes, depending on available resources.

At The Shidaa Foundation, we work closely with trusted schools, local leaders, and community organizations to identify children who genuinely need educational support.

Whenever possible, we share photos and videos of donation events on our website and social media to show the impact — including children receiving their school supplies.

However, in cases where privacy is required or we’re asked not to disclose the identity of the children or schools, we still provide general updates with:

  • Blurred or no faces in photos,

  • Location names removed, and

  • Thank-you notes or reports from teachers and local coordinators.

This way, we maintain transparency with our donors while respecting the dignity and privacy of the children we serve.

Absolutely! We welcome volunteers for events, donation drives, content creation, and outreach. Please reach out through the Contact page or the Donation button to learn more.

 

Yes, Shidaa Foundation is a registered charity in Canada. All eligible donations are tax-deductible under the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) guidelines.

You will receive an official donation receipt, which you can use when filing your Canadian income tax return.

To verify our charitable status, you can search for The Shidaa Foundation on the Canada Revenue Agency’s Charities Listings.


 

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