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Cactus Creek Foundation — Aburi, Ghana

Building Futures,
One Community
at a Time.

Through digital skills, women’s empowerment, and entrepreneurship, we are creating lasting change in Aburi and beyond — rooted in hospitality, driven by purpose.

400+
Craftspeople Supported
50+
Youth Trained
20
Women Empowered 2025
5
Community Programmes
0
Youth trained in Web & Graphic Design
0
Craftspeople supported through Aburi Craft Village
0
Women received seed capital & business mentorship
0
Major programmes since founding in 2021
Foundation training Community
Est. 2021 — Aburi, Ghana
Our Story

Who We Are & What We Stand For

“We believe the communities that host us deserve to grow alongside us. That is the simple idea the Cactus Creek Foundation was built on.”

The Cactus Creek Foundation is the CSR arm of Cactus Creek Hotel — a four-star eco-hospitality destination in Aburi. Since 2021, in partnership with USA for Africa, we have delivered skills training, entrepreneurship support, and digital empowerment programmes that have reached over 450 beneficiaries across the Eastern Region.

We work where the gaps are real — in communities where youth lack digital skills, where women entrepreneurs need capital, and where artisans deserve access to global markets.

Vision

A Ghana where every community thrives on skills, dignity, and equal opportunity — regardless of geography or circumstance.

Mission

To use the power of hospitality to deliver skills, resources, and connections that create lasting economic independence in Aburi and beyond.

Core Values
Community First — every decision starts with the people we serve.
Skills Over Charity — we build capacity that outlasts the programme.
Women at the Centre — our programmes prioritise female beneficiaries.
Transparent Impact — we measure honestly and report openly.
Rooted in Hospitality — warmth and care in everything we do.

Education & Skills

Digital and design training for youth entering Ghana’s hospitality and tech sectors.

Women’s Empowerment

Seed capital, mentorship, and leadership programmes targeting women entrepreneurs.

Digital Access

Ecommerce platforms and digital tools opening international markets for local artisans.

Community Development

Strengthening the local economy through employment and enterprise.

Founder’s Message

“When we built Cactus Creek Hotel, we made a promise — that every guest who comes to rest in the beauty of Aburi will also, in some way, contribute to the lives of the people who call this place home. The Foundation is how we keep that promise. This is not charity. This is hospitality extended beyond the gate.”

— The Founders, Cactus Creek Hotel & Foundation
Aburi, Eastern Region, Ghana • Est. 2021
Our Programmes

What We Deliver

Each programme is designed around real community needs and measured against clear outcomes.

Digital Skills & Technology

Free training in web design, graphic design, and digital marketing for underserved youth in Aburi and surrounding communities.

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Women for Women in Tech (W4WIT)

A mentorship and discussion platform connecting senior women in Ghana’s tech sector with the next generation of female leaders. Includes AI for professional women.

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Youth Entrepreneurship

Business skills bootcamps, seed capital, and mentorship for young entrepreneurs in Aburi — focused on sustainable, community-rooted enterprises.

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Community Development

Local employment, supply chain integration, and community infrastructure support — ensuring our hotel’s presence creates real shared value in Aburi.

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Arts & Creative Enterprise

Supporting the Aburi Craft Village through ecommerce, branding, and market access — connecting 400+ artisans to international buyers and sustainable income.

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Future Programmes

New initiatives in healthcare access, environmental sustainability, and cross-border youth exchange are in development.

Coming soon →

Programme

Projects Portfolio

Completed & Ongoing

Digital Commerce2024

Aburi Craft Village Ecommerce Platform

A full website and ecommerce platform enabling approximately 400 craftspeople from Aburi and surrounding towns to reach international buyers. Paired with a comprehensive entrepreneurship and financing bootcamp to build business confidence alongside the digital tool.

Partners: USA for AfricaCompleted
Digital Skills2022

Web & Graphic Design Training

Free training for 30+ youth — mostly women — in web and graphic design. Multiple graduates now serve hotels across Aburi.

30+ traineesCompleted
Women2025

Women in Business Seed Capital

Seed capital and targeted business training for 20 women entrepreneurs at the Aburi Craft Village, improving income sustainability and marketing capacity.

20 womenCompleted
Women in Tech2025

W4WIT Table Talks Series

A discussion series bringing senior women in Ghana’s tech sector to the table — building a lasting support network for the next generation of female leaders.

Ongoing seriesOngoing
Hospitality2021

Digital & Entrepreneurial Skills (Inaugural)

The Foundation’s first programme — digital and entrepreneurial skills training for youth in the hospitality industry. Graduates secured employment at Cactus Creek Hotel and surrounding hotels.

Inaugural 2021Completed
Impact Dashboard

Our Numbers, Our Story

0+
Total direct beneficiaries since 2021
0
Distinct programmes delivered
0%
Female beneficiaries across all programmes
0+
Artisans with access to international markets
0
Communities reached in Eastern Region
0+
Years of consistent delivery since 2021
Beneficiary Testimonials

“The web design training changed my life. I now run my own design business and have clients from three hotels in Aburi. I never imagined this was possible for me.”

Abena M.
Graduate — 2022 Web & Graphic Design Programme

“The seed capital and training gave me the courage to expand. I purchased more materials and started taking online orders. My income has more than doubled since the programme.”

Akosua D.
Craftsperson — 2025 Women in Business Programme

“W4WIT opened doors I did not know existed. Meeting women who had already broken those barriers was everything. It is more than a talk series — it is a movement.”

Participant, W4WIT
Senior Tech Professional — Accra
Annual Achievements

2021 — Foundation & First Programme

Launched the Foundation and delivered inaugural digital and entrepreneurial skills training with USA for Africa. Multiple graduates hired into local hospitality roles.

2022 — Web & Graphic Design for 30+ Youth

Trained over 30 youth in web and graphic design. At least one graduate now provides services to multiple hotels across the Aburi corridor.

2024 — Digital Commerce for 400 Artisans

Built and launched the Aburi Craft Village ecommerce platform with a full entrepreneurship bootcamp — opening international markets for 400 craftspeople.

2025 — Seed Capital & W4WIT Launch

Provided seed capital and training to 20 women. Launched W4WIT Table Talks — a lasting platform for women in Ghana’s technology sector.

Upcoming Event
Private EventW4WIT Table Talks

W4WIT
Table Talks
Women for Women in Tech

May 20, 202510:00 AM — 2:00 PM
Cactus Creek Hotel, AburiJamaicaso, Eastern Region, Ghana
Senior Women Leaders in TechInvitation-only discussion series

W4WIT Table Talks brings together senior women decision-makers in Ghana’s technology landscape for honest, high-level conversations about how they can uplift the next generation of female tech leaders. This is not a panel — it is a table where every voice matters.

Email: mavisaampah@gmail.com
Partners

Built on Strong Partnerships

USA for Africa

Four Decades of Impact, One Shared Goal

USA for Africa — the humanitarian organisation behind “We Are the World” — has been our core international partner since 2021. Together we design, fund, and deliver programmes that connect world-class expertise with local knowledge.

Change that is owned by the Aburi community, not imposed on it.

Visit usaforafrica.org ↗
USA for Africa
USA for Africa
International Partner • Since 2021
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Become a Partner

We are actively seeking partners — corporate, institutional, and individual — who share our commitment to skills, dignity, and community. Whether you bring funding, expertise, or networks, there is a role for you in this work.

Programme Sponsor

Fund an entire skills training programme and see your investment transform lives directly.

Corporate Partner

Align your CSR strategy with measurable community impact in Ghana’s Eastern Region.

Knowledge Partner

Bring expertise, mentorship, or networks that strengthen our programme delivery.

Timeline

A History of Purpose

Since 2021, every programme we have delivered has been a chapter in a larger story — of a community choosing to grow together.

2021
Inaugural Programme

Digital & Entrepreneurial Skills for Youth

First collaboration between Cactus Creek Foundation and USA for Africa — training underserved youth in digital and hospitality skills. Multiple graduates secured employment at hotels across Aburi.

2022
Web & Graphic Design

Free Design Training for 30+ Youth

Free Web and Graphic Design training for over 30 youth — mostly women — in Aburi. At least one graduate now provides graphic design services to hotels across the region.

2024
Aburi Craft Village

Digital Commerce Platform for 400 Artisans

Website and ecommerce platform for the Aburi Craft Village plus a comprehensive entrepreneurship bootcamp, connecting 400 craftspeople to international markets.

2025
Women in Business • W4WIT

Seed Capital, Business Training & Women in Tech

Seed capital and training for 20 women entrepreneurs at the Craft Village, plus the launch of W4WIT Table Talks — a lasting platform for women in Ghana’s technology sector. Strong evidence of improved income and business sustainability.

News & Stories

From the Foundation

All Stories
Success Story

From the Craft Village to Independence: How Seed Capital Changed Everything

Twenty women received more than funding in 2025 — they received belief. We spoke to three of them about what the programme meant for their families and futures.

June 20255 min read
Digital Access

Taking the Aburi Craft Village Online

When we built the Aburi Craft Village’s first ecommerce platform, we weren’t building a website — we were opening a door to the world for 400 artisans.

October 20244 min read
Women in Tech

W4WIT: What Happens When Senior Women Decide to Pull Others Up

The first W4WIT Table Talks session brought seven senior tech leaders to one table at Cactus Creek Hotel. What emerged is still rippling outward.

May 20253 min read
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There Is a Role for Everyone

Whether you bring time, money, skills, or networks — there is a meaningful way to contribute to this work.

Volunteer

Bring your time and skills to our programmes — from training delivery to community outreach. Remote and on-site opportunities available.

Mentor

Share your professional expertise with our youth trainees and women entrepreneurs through structured one-on-one mentorship or group sessions.

Become a Partner

Every contribution directly funds skills training, seed capital, and community development in Aburi. Mobile Money accepted.

Sponsor a Programme

Fund an entire training cohort or initiative and receive full programme reporting, visibility, and direct beneficiary engagement.

Corporate Partnership

Align your company’s CSR strategy with measurable impact. We offer branded partnerships, co-delivery, and tailored reporting for corporate partners.

Internship

Students and early-career professionals can apply for internships with the Foundation — contributing to programme delivery and organisational development.

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Connect with us today and become part of the Cactus Creek Foundation story.

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Whether you are a potential partner, donor, volunteer, or community member — we would love to hear from you.

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Eastern Region, Ghana
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