The Ghana Medical Foundation
Our mission is to empower students in Ghana to live higher-quality lives and serve their communities by advancing public health, expanding educational access, and creating pathways into healthcare careers.
Educational Challenges in Ghana
1 in 4
students in Ghana are not enrolled in secondary school
UNESCO Institute for Statistics (UIS)
67%
of university students in Ghana come from the wealthiest 20% of households
World Bank analysis of the Ghana Living Standards Survey (GLSS)
1:8,000
1 doctor for every 8,000 people in Ghana
World Health Organization (WHO) Global Health Workforce Statistics
How We Address These Challenges
Lasting change begins by giving students the health, education, and opportunities needed to strengthen their families and communities.
Health
Health Education Clinics
Nutrition
Hygiene & illness prevention
Mental health awareness
Education
School-fee scholarhips
Full year school-fee scholarships for students
Learning materials
Support to stay enrolled
Opportunity
Healthcare Internships
Healthcare internships with local clinics
Mentorship from local providers
Pathways into healthcare careers
These challenges are real — but with the right support, students can stay in school, pursue healthcare careers, and strengthen their communities.
Our Pilot Program: Launching in August 2026
Monthly Health Education Clinics
50 Scholarships
3 schools
3 fully-supported internships
12 months
Support a Student's Education
Our Pilot Program Launches August 2026
Our goal is to raise $50,000 before August 2026
A registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit in the United States