About Us
About Us
Welcome to the Social Support Foundation (SSF)
Our BackgroundThe Social Support Foundation, Ghana (SSF), is a not-for-profit, independent, non-governmental organization that was established in August 2000. It began as a multi-sectoral community support group in the Adansi Traditional area of the Ashanti region, providing assistance to the needy and deprived. Since then, the SSF has grown to cover six regions and 22 districts, with operations coordinated from four offices across Ghana. The foundation is registered with the Registrar General’s Department, the Ministry of Youth and Sports, and the Department of Social Welfare.
| Organization Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of the Organization | Social Support Foundation, Ghana (SSF) |
| Type of Organization | Non-profit, non-governmental organization |
| Formation Date | August 2000 |
| Operational Coverage | 6 regions and 22 districts in Ghana |
| Registration | Registrar Generals Department (G-10,465), Ministry of Youth and Sports, Department of Social Welfare (DSW/4896) |
| Mission | To contribute to the growth and development of deprived communities and achieve healthy living conditions for disadvantaged persons |
| Organizational Goals | 1. Promote and protect the interests of the marginalized and vulnerable. 2. Empower and build the capacity of LNGO, CBO, and community associations. 3. Strengthen SSF for sustainable development and self-sufficiency. |
| Board of Directors | – Georgina Oklu (Chairperson) – Emmanuel K Antwi (Member – Finance, Ethics & Administration) – Nana Owusu Achiaw Brempong (Member – Leadership & Development Governance) |
| Programs | – Care and Support for Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) and Persons Living with HIV – Gender Empowerment for Development (GED) – Basic Education Organisational Leadership and Development (BOLD) |
| Capacity | 7 full-time staff, 91 Community Volunteers, expertise from Board of Directors, qualified trainers, and advocates in various fields. |
| Projects and Fund Management Experience | Managed projects with partners such as DFID, USAID, RAVI, Free the Slaves, G-RAP, FHI, Johns Hopkins University, NACP, GAC, WHO, CRS, CARE International, Plan Ghana, and others. |
| Achievements | – Capacity building of Municipalities in Public Financial Management and Social Accountability. – Training and support for community volunteers on child development and prevention of child abuse. – Educational support and social integration for 85 OVC. – Counselling, financial support, and education for PLHIV Associations. – Advocacy and awareness on HIV and AIDS. |
CORPORATE REPORT & PROFILE
| Registration Information | MOEYS No. | DSW |
|---|---|---|
| G 10 465 – NGO dated 16/10/02 | YO/N/04/0011 | DSW 4896 |
| Contact Persons |
|---|
| Georgina Oklu & Louis Acheampong |
SSF ORGANISATION PROFILE
Office Locations
1. Obuasi Municipal Assembly (Obuasi) – Headquarters
2. Upper Denkyira East (Dunkwa-on-Offin)
3. Manya Krobo District Assembly (Asesewa)
Contact Addresses
Postal Address: P.O. Box 968, Obuasi – Ashanti. Ghana, West Africa
Location: Hs No. BNK 17, near Tema House, Bongobiri – Obuasi, Ashanti
Digital Address
AO-016-6447
Contact Telephone
0322 297 897, 0208 160 175, 0244 605 165
Contact Persons
Georgina Oklu (Board Chairperson), Louis Acheampong (Executive Director)
E-mail Address
director@ssfghana.org, ssfghana2000@gmail.com
Website Address
National Coverage
Active in six (6) regions: Ashanti, Brong Ahafo, Central, Eastern, Northern, and Western
Lets Get In Touch
Phone: +233 24 460 5165, 0208 160 175, 0206070524
Email: ssfghana2000@gmail.com
Website address: www.ssfghana.com