A Case Study: Why KwaraETF Charges an Administrative Fee

A Story from the Field

Two years ago, a generous partner funded the renovation of a rural primary school in Kwara State. The classrooms were painted, new desks delivered, and a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held. But six months later, the ceilings began to leak during the rainy season. Why?

Because no one had funded technical supervision, quality checks, or post-renovation monitoring. The contractor had cut corners. The partner’s goodwill turned into frustration, and the community felt abandoned.

At KwaraETF, we exist to ensure this never happens. And the way we safeguard impact is through our administrative fee.

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What the Administrative Fee Covers

Our fee is not profit — it is the fuel that keeps your investment on track. It ensures every project is:

• Planned to meet state and community needs
• Implemented with quality and oversight
• Evaluated for results
• Sustained long after the ribbon is cut

Specifically, the fee funds:

1. Project Governance – Aligning initiatives with state education policy, securing official approvals, and ensuring compliance.
2. Monitoring & Evaluation – Tracking milestones, conducting site visits, and measuring success with data-driven reporting.
3. Stakeholder Engagement – Bringing schools, parents, communities, and local leaders on board for lasting ownership.
4. Transparency & Accountability – Producing financial and impact reports that meet international donor standards.
5. Sustainability Planning – Embedding follow-up, maintenance, and future-proofing into every project.

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Why It’s Essential

Without this fee:

• Projects risk poor quality, delays, or policy misalignment.
• No budget exists for follow-up after completion.
• Community engagement is weak, reducing sustainability.
• ETF’s ability to deliver its core mandate is compromised.

With the fee:

• Your investment is protected.
• You have full visibility through transparent reporting.
• Impact is measurable, scalable, and lasting.

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A Global Standard

From UNICEF to the Global Fund, reputable organizations worldwide include management or overhead fees — typically 7–15% — as a non-negotiable standard.

• UNICEF: 8%
• UNESCO: 13%
• The Global Fund: up to 10%
• World Bank: 7–15% (depending on program type)

KwaraETF’s fee is tiered and proportionate — reflecting the size and complexity of each partner’s project.

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Our Commitment to Transparency

We apply a tiered fee model that is:

• Clear – Partners know exactly what is covered.
• Proportionate – Adjusted for project size and complexity.
• Accountable – All funds go towards governance, monitoring, and sustainability.

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When you partner with KwaraETF, your funding does more than buy desks, build classrooms, or train teachers — it’s backed by a system that ensures your impact is visible, measurable, and here to stay.