Testimonials
Grantor Testimonials
“Our work focuses on providing opportunities to youth in some of the poorest countries where affordable financing options are just not available for them to pursue higher education and fulfil their full potential. We expect that through this scholarship program, we can seed the growth of future leaders of impact investing within their own society and the world at large”
Netri Foundation
"The impact investing revolution is not fully realized until you engage individuals from the bottom of the pyramid who understand the issues first hand, can relate them, and find solutions to help lift the community at a local level".
John F. And Mary A.
Geisse Foundation
Scholar Testimonials
“The scholarship program gave me an opportunity to continue my education and motivated me to make my family proud. Working with SIMA as an intern has impacted me in a way that now I also want to be a part of all those people who are contributing to this social change and impact my community as well”.
Najma
Bachelor in Accounting & Finance, SZABIST University, Pakistan
“This scholarship program benefited me in different ways as it has reduced the financial burden on my parents and on me. The experience gained from the internship has helped me to gain insight into how to transform my society using education. I would like to donate my skills to teach students like myself who have the desire to learn but face financial constraints”.
Ramza
Geisse Bachelor in Business Administration, Bahria University, PakistanFoundation
“This sponsorship has enabled me to focus on my studies without the pressure and distractions of tuition fees. The scholarship has motivated me in that I shouldn’t think about myself alone but also think of people in the community to whom my assistance may create a great impact in their lives”.
Mafabi
Bachelor of Commerce, Makerere University Uganda
“Growing up, I've always seen my parents struggle a lot to cover our education fees and needs. l saw my mother sacrifice the little she had to put us in school even before she paid attention to her medical needs. When I got this scholarship, I was so happy and relieved. This scholarship has helped me cover my tuition, allowing me to focus more of my attention in class to earn the credits and not worrying about how am going to pay for the fees”
Sarah
Bachelor of Commerce, Makerere University, Uganda
Host University Testimonials
“Financial aid in the form of a scholarship or a student loan is an important aspect for students who endeavor to pursue higher education. Working with Partners like SIMA is key for Strathmore University to support the dreams and aspirations of students in assisting them to unlock their potential. This partnership enables Strathmore University to offer quality and all-rounded education to a wider pool of students. We are glad to be working with SIMA to assist our students to access quality education. We are optimistic about this partnership and scaling the impact towards changing the lives of future generations”.
Strathmore University
To improve the lives of those at the Bottom of the Pyramid, SIMA supports organizations that create measurable social impact. SIMA collaborated with The Citizens Foundation (TCF) in 2021 to support 5 TCF alumni, providing them an opportunity to realize their dream of higher education.
SIMA also offered TCF alumni with internship opportunities at their organization, which enabled them to attain practical training and hands-on experience which will help them in their careers. We are grateful to them for joining hands with us in our mission to educate the less privileged youth of Pakistan.
TCF deeply appreciates SIMA’s efforts and generosity towards these deserving students who can now see bigger and better dreams”.
The Citizens Foundation