Get Involved
Join the movement
At SHINE, we believe that transforming education takes all of us — dreamers, doers, teachers, students, and partners who care.
Every contribution of time, skill, or resources helps us light up classrooms and communities across Africa.
Together, we can remove barriers, restore dignity, and give every learner the opportunity to thrive.
Support SHINE
Give the gift of learning.
Your donation makes education accessible and dignified for children and young people who need it most.
Every pound, naira, or dollar you give helps provide:
- School uniforms and shoes through our Dress Them Up, Lift Them Up initiative.
- Dignity Kits for girls to stay in school with confidence.
- Scholarships and tuition support through our SHINE Scholars Support Scheme (4S).
- Meals, mental health support, and learning materials for those at risk of exclusion.
Even the smallest act of giving can change a learner’s tomorrow.
Volunteer With Us
Your time can transform lives.
Join our growing family of volunteers — learners, teachers, and professionals — who make SHINE’s work possible.
As a volunteer, you could:
- Help during school outreach events and uniform distributions.
- Support our mentoring or literacy programmes.
- Contribute your skills in writing, photography, design, or logistics.
- Become a SHINE Ambassador on your campus or in your community.
When you lift others, you shine too.
Together, we go further.
We welcome partnerships with schools, NGOs, businesses, and individuals who share our vision for inclusive, quality education across Africa.
Partnerships can include:
- Sponsoring outreach initiatives or scholarships.
- Providing supplies or professional services.
- Co-developing community learning or research projects.
- Amplifying SHINE’s message through your networks.
Let’s build brighter futures — together.
Other Ways to Get Involved
Stay connected: Subscribe to our newsletter for updates on projects and impact stories.
Fundraise: Host a small event, a birthday campaign, or a school drive to support learners.
Share our story: Follow SHINE on social media and help us spread the word.
Together, We Light the Way
Every act of kindness — a uniform, a meal, an hour volunteered — helps a learner see what’s possible.
Join the SHINE community and be part of something bigger than yourself.
When we lift others, we all shine.
Both are welcome. We run on-site activities in Lagos schools and communities, and we also have remote roles (content, research, data, fundraising, partner outreach, design). Please share your availability and skills with us at info@weareshine.org, and we’ll match you thoughtfully.
We design roles around real lives. Some tasks take 2–4 hours a week; programme days (e.g., procurement, measurements, distributions) are scheduled in advance. You’ll receive a simple role description, a safeguarding briefing, and a named contact so expectations are clear.
