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Entrepreneurs Against Poverty (EntrAPov) connects sponsor-donors to small entrepreneurs in areas where the $USD goes a long way toward starting a business that lifts families out of poverty. We do this through a “pitch show” called Shark Pond. Entrepreneurs are prepared for the show by approved educational partners in Ghana and Nigeria. If you’d like to appear on the show as a guest judge (donor sponsor), please contact us at Entrapov@gmail.com.

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Entrepreneurs Against Poverty (EntrAPov) connects sponsor-donors to small entrepreneurs in areas where the $USD goes a long way toward starting a business that lifts families out of poverty. We do this through a “pitch show” called Shark Pond. Entrepreneurs are prepared for the show by approved educational partners in Ghana and Nigeria. If you’d like to appear on the show as a guest judge (donor sponsor), please contact us at entrapov@gmail.com.

Entrapov operates as a separate 501c3 non-profit. While not directly affiliated with the partners shown above, we truly appreciate their collaboration in the fight against poverty!

Shark Pond Contest

EntrAPov runs a contest called “Shark Pond.” Budding entrepreneurs from Ghana & Nigeria compete for startup funds to launch their businesses. Sponsor partners choose who they would like to support and a friendship blossoms as they work together on the business. Watch the video below to see how it works.

Entrepreneurs Against Poverty

Origin Story

A mid-life crisis forces you to face the meaning your life should embody by a certain age. For me that age will be 59 (when I hope to retire into a second “career” full of meaning). Many ideas crowded for attention:

How will I remake myself at 59?

Travel? Yes, but not to resorts or on cruise ships…which won’t give meaning to life

Start my own business? Yes, but not doing something I’m tied to 24X7X365

Buy something expensive? That’s not my style. “The things you own will end up owning you.” – Chuck Palahniuk, Fight Club.

Become a philanthropist? Maybe, but not if it involves heavy fund raising or settling on only one cause.

Q: Where do all these ideas intersect? 

The answer is Entrepreneurs Against Poverty (EntrAPov). Regular people like you and I assist budding entrepreneurs in impoverished nations through micro-loans, encouragement, and friendship. EntrAPov provides business expertise combined with financial support to places where US dollars go a long way. 

The EntrAPov “vision” became a reality in 2020 when 2 founders and 4 virtual interns helped Dalisey Brooks of Cape Town, South Africa launch her women’s sandal brand, Chipantha.

Dalisey’s smile radiates as she recounts that “even as a little girl who owned only 1 red dress and no shoes, I loved fashion.” She grew up in a small village in Malawi, Africa. Eventually she made her way to South Africa where she says, “despite my shyness, I worked in the retail industry to develop communication skills and self-esteem.” Eventually her work visa expired since the South African government is basically shut down during the pandemic. To make a very humble living Dalisey designs and sells quality sandals, accessories, and clothing. She works online from Cape Town beginning every morning at 4 am from a borrowed laptop. She sources her materials from local African artisans who need help as much as she does. 

Dalisey says, “Having first-hand experience with poverty, I believe in serving and giving back to the community. Dalisey’s unique line of sandals and accessories use colorful fabrics, soft ropes, and leather available in South Africa. That’s how I connected with a little African girl who once owned only 1 red dress and no shoes to help her start a fashion brand. Now Dalisey works as a successful virtual assistant for American companies. She also serves as EntrAPov’s Public Affairs Director, leading projects, reviewing business plans, writing articles, and providing financial analysis to entrepreneurs around the world.

Testimonies

Entrapov's grant breathed new life into my Nigerian small business. With their financial backing, we were able to innovate, expand our product line, and reach a wider audience. Entrapov's dedication to nurturing entrepreneurship in Nigeria is unparalleled, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to thrive under their support.
Adam Inyang
Owner KatchyWay
Receiving a grant from Entrapov was a turning point for my business in Ghana. The funding allowed us to innovate, improve our infrastructure, and compete on a larger scale. Entrapov's dedication to fostering entrepreneurship is evident, and I'm grateful for the opportunities their support has unlocked for us.
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Bismark Addy
Owner Alamo Pro
Thanks to Entrapov's grant, my poutry farn has been able to achieve remarkable growth. The financial assistance provided by Entrapov allowed us to implement strategic marketing initiatives, improve our infrastructure, and expand our customer base. m
George
Co-founder Go Farms
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Email: entrapov@gmail.com