As we move through 2025, we at Nafasi Fund are proud to reaffirm our commitment to transforming how communities and organizations achieve sustainable impact. This year, our mantra boldly states: “We Do it Differently.” It’s more than a slogan — it’s our guiding principle. In every partnership, every investment, and every opportunity to uplift communities, we are holding ourselves accountable to our mission and values. These values have allowed us to be intentional about being who we say we are.
Nafasi Fund was founded to reimagine what’s possible when trust, equity, and authentic collaboration take center stage. As part of The Moriah Group, an organization leading how “We Do it Differently,” we’ve never been content with the status quo. Instead, we aim to break down barriers, shift paradigms, and inspire others to think beyond traditional philanthropy and community development models.
So, what does this look like in 2025? It’s about showing up with integrity, and consistently aligning our actions with our words. It means building bridges between capital and communities, ensuring resources reach those who need them most, and doing so in ways that honor the expertise and agency of local leaders. We’re not just creating opportunities — we’re cultivating ecosystems where equity thrives and innovation flourishes.
This year, we’re amplifying our support for bold community organizers and visionary social ventures. We’re championing the disruptors and builders who are redefining what impact looks like at the grassroots level. At the same time, we’re engaging with philanthropic executives and institutional leaders to challenge outdated models and spark meaningful dialogue about equity, inclusion, and the power of trust-based relationships.
For us, being who we say we are means being transparent about our goals and growth. It’s about celebrating wins with humility and learning from the challenges we face along the way. It’s a promise to ourselves and our partners — to act with purpose, to center the voices of those most impacted by our work, and to stay rooted in our mission.
As Nafasi Fund evolves, one thing remains constant: our belief in the transformative power of collaboration. By committing to the mantra “We Do it Differently”, we are not just imagining a better future — we’re building it, one intentional step at a time.
To our partners, peers, and supporters: thank you for walking this journey with us. Together, we’re proving that a fund built on trust, integrity, and bold vision can be a catalyst for lasting change.
Here’s to 2025 — a year of action, accountability, and unapologetically living up to who we say we are.