Youth Empowerment Scholarships
for Income Generation
(YESIG 2026)
From Skills to Business. From Youth to Employer.
In loving memory of my beloved sister, Uche Elechi, whose selfless love inspired this legacy, we break barriers for talented youth. We provide fully funded skills training, startup grants, internships, and job placements in Culinary Arts, Beauty & Aesthetics, Fashion & Textiles, and Tech & Digital Services.
Who We Are & What We Offer
Uche Elechi Support Foundation is a non-profit dedicated to empowering Nigeria's youth (ages 18–30) from urban and rural areas. We target unemployed school leavers, graduates, artisans, young women, and vulnerable groups who lack funds for training or startups. Our goal: Equip passionate youth with practical skills, startup support, and confidence to build sustainable businesses and escape poverty.
Our Proven Impact: Real Results So Far
7 Youths Empowered
In just two years, 7 youths received full scholarships as chefs. They were professionally trained at Tastebudz and interned at Sheraton Hotel.
Now, these individuals are successfully running their own food businesses or are employed in top restaurants—no longer idle!
Scaling Our Impact
Imagine scaling this success to 50+ youths across all fields! Your sponsorship makes this incredible expansion possible, creating a ripple effect of empowerment.
Become a Sponsor TodayChoose Your Path: 4 High-Demand Skills
Culinary Arts
Learn safe cooking, snacks, meals, event catering. Launch: Home kitchen, canteen, food brand.
Beauty & Aesthetics
Master makeup, nails, hair, skincare. Launch: Mobile/salon services, bridal work.
Fashion & Textiles
Sewing, alterations, uniforms, ready-to-wear. Launch: Tailoring shop, corporate uniforms.
Tech & Digital Services
Social media, marketing, content, basic web tools. Launch: Freelance, remote work for SMEs.
Complete Support Package
To Youths: Sit up! These skills = jobs or your own business. Apply today—take charge of your future!
Apply for ScholarshipSponsorship & Investment
Why Sponsor? Your Rewards
Experience proven, visible impact – track every success. Align your brand with meaningful CSR. Our programs are tailored to Nigeria's markets, with transparent reporting.
Platinum (₦15M +)
Naming rights (e.g., "[Your Name] Culinary Lab"), logos everywhere (Instagram, flyers, site), 5 free interns, custom awards, VIP events, personal dashboards, quarterly reports.
Gold (₦10M)
Logos on socials/events, 3 interns, certificates, graduation invites, progress reports.
Silver (₦2M - ₦5M)
Logos on socials, 1 intern, plaque, annual summaries, co-branded posts and stories.
Extra Perks for All Sponsors
Visibility
Powered by" reels, banners, website hall of fame.
Recognition
Awards, VIP showcases, public acknowledgment.
Talent Access
Free interns/hires (e.g., chefs, stylists, digital marketers).
To Sponsors: Be the hero launching businesses and families. Your investment = communities transformed.
Contact Us to SponsorYour Future Starts Here.
Whether you are a youth eager to learn or a sponsor ready to make a difference, the Uche Elechi Support Foundation is your partner for impact.
Join us. Sponsor a youth. Build a business. Change Nigeria.