Dollar City Foundation is an education-led development foundation committed to improving learning outcomes, empowering young people, and strengthening communities in the Achiase District and beyond.
Our programs are designed around a simple belief: when education is strengthened, youth thrive and communities rise.
Education & Learning Support
Education is the core of all our work.
Through targeted academic programs, scholarships, and learning support, we are raising standards and restoring excellence in basic and secondary education.
Our Education Initiatives Include:
Dollar City Maths & STEM Quiz (Primary Level)
A district-wide academic competition designed to strengthen numeracy, problem-solving, and early STEM interest among primary school pupils.
Dollar City Spelling Bee (Junior High School)
A competitive spelling and literacy program aimed at improving reading, vocabulary, confidence, and academic discipline among JHS students.
BECE 6-Ones Scholarship Scheme
Students who achieve six ones (aggregate 6) in the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) receive scholarships to support their transition to senior high school.
This initiative was introduced to reverse declining academic performance in the district and to reward academic excellence.
External Examiners & Exam Preparation Support (Senior High School)
We engage qualified external examiners to support SHS students with revision, mock examinations, and exam readiness to improve final outcomes.
Teaching & Learning Materials for Schools
Provision of essential learning materials to schools to improve classroom delivery and student engagement.
Youth Empowerment
We believe education must translate into confidence, leadership, and real-world readiness.
Our youth empowerment programs are designed to complement academic learning and prepare young people for the future.
Focus Areas:
- Academic mentorship and guidance
- Leadership development through learning excellence
- Digital skills training and technology exposure
- Career guidance and educational pathway support
- One-on-one student mentorship by trained community mentors
These initiatives ensure that students are not only educated, but empowered to lead, innovate, and contribute meaningfully to society.
Community Development
Strong schools require strong communities.
Our community development efforts focus on creating the conditions that allow education to thrive.
Community-Focused Programs Include:
Teacher Refresher Courses & Incentive Packages
Regular capacity-building workshops and incentive programs to motivate teachers, improve instructional quality, and support professional growth.
Free Wi-Fi Learning Hub
A community-based digital learning hub providing free internet access for qualified students and teachers to support research, online learning, and digital literacy.
School–Community Engagement Initiatives
Programs that encourage parental involvement, local ownership of education, and collaboration between schools and community leaders.
Our Approach
All Dollar City Foundation programs are guided by the principles of:
- Educational excellence
- Accountability and transparency
- Community ownership
- Sustainable impact
By placing education at the center, we are building a foundation for long-term youth empowerment and community transformation.