KDFA – Banking on Change II (BoC II) Youth VSLA Project with CARE International, 2013–2015, Kabarole District
KDFA – Banking on Change II (BoC II) Youth VSLA Project with CARE International, 2013–2015, Kabarole District

The BoC II project focused on youth financial empowerment through savings, entrepreneurship, and linkage banking.

What We Did
KDFA implemented the project in 11 sub-counties, forming and strengthening youth-led VSLA groups and linking mature groups to formal financial institutions.

Key Results and Impact

  • 268 VSLA groups formed with 6,700 members

  • 77% of members were youth aged 14–24 years

  • 144 VSLA groups linked to formal banking services

  • Improved youth skills in financial literacy, enterprise development, and employability

Donor Value
Youth centred financial inclusion with strong sustainability and scale potential.