Y-F Academy, Your Fundraising Launchpad in Africa

Master the art of fundraising, storytelling, investor outreach, and momentum building with a curriculum created for African founders.

Y-F Starter Pack: Essentials Before You Raise

Everything you need to build a strong foundation for your fundraising campaign.

Craft a Compelling Pitch

Learn to articulate your vision and business model in a way that resonates with investors.

Explain Traction Simply

Showcase your progress and momentum with clear, concise metrics that prove your potential.

Document Your Problem & Solution

Clearly define the problem you're solving and why your solution is the best fit for the market.

Prepare Your Pitch Materials

Get your one-page summary, financial projections, and other essential documents ready for investors.

Understand Investor Mindset

Gain insights into what early-stage investors are looking for and how to build strong relationships.

Build Your High-Conversion Campaign Page

Learn how to showcase your startup, traction, and team in a way that attracts early supporters and investors.

Your Startup Story

Traction Indicators

Founder and Team Profiles

Market Size Breakdown

Product Visuals & Screenshots

Pitch Video Script & Structure

Light Financial Summary

Investor FAQ

Campaign Page Checklist

How to Communicate With Investors (African Market Focus)

Actionable strategies for African startup fundraising.

Professionally Message Investors

Master the art of cold outreach that gets replies.

Nurture Early Believers

Build a loyal following before you even launch.

Build Anticipation

Generate excitement and urgency around your campaign.

Create Micro-Communities

Leverage WhatsApp & Telegram for direct engagement.

Write Confident Investor Updates

Keep your supporters engaged and informed.

Included Templates

Email Outreach Script
WhatsApp Announcement
Social Media Templates
First 10 Investor Messages

Maintain Strong Momentum Throughout Your Raise

Keeping your campaign alive and thriving is key to a successful fundraise.

30-Day Campaign Calendar

A day-by-day plan to keep your campaign on track and engaging.

Weekly Update Templates

Keep your investors and community informed with compelling updates.

Activate Your Personal Network

Strategies to leverage your existing network for maximum impact.

When and How to Use Ads

A guide to paid advertising for your fundraising campaign.

Maintain Hype Without Burnout

Tips for staying energized and keeping your audience engaged.

Be Fully Compliant and Transparent

Raise money the right way by building trust and being transparent with your investors.

Trust-Building Checklist

  • Disclose Accurate Information
  • KYC and Verification Requirements
  • Financial Transparency
  • Explain Risks Clearly
  • Listing Required Documents

Downloadable Tools for African Founders

A curated collection of resources to help you succeed.

Pitch Deck Templates

Financial Model Templates

Branding Assets

Legal Checklists

One-Pagers

Case Studies (Coming Soon)

Success Stories from African Founders (Coming Soon)

Be inspired by the journeys of founders who have successfully raised on Yellow Founders.

Video Testimonials

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Founder Interviews

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Campaign Highlights

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Connect With Other African Founders

You're not alone on this journey. Join a supportive community of founders who get it.

Weekly Founder Calls

Connect with fellow founders, share challenges, and celebrate wins.

One-on-One Support

Get personalized guidance from the Yellow Founders team.

WhatsApp Community Groups

Join topic-specific groups for instant support and networking.

Begin Y-F Academy Training Today

Take the first step towards mastering your fundraising and bringing your vision to life.