Thank you for your interest in partnering with the WES Mariam Assefa Fund and for the important work your organization is leading to engage communities, share knowledge and build a more inclusive economy. We look forward to receiving your ideas. 

For any questions, please see the contacts below. We will respond to applicants’ questions as quickly as possible via email, but please allow 24 – 48 hours for a response unless you indicate you have an urgent matter.

For questions regarding the grant application requirements or proposal review process, please contact: 

U.S. Programmatic Contact  

Lauren Crain 

Director, U.S. Strategy and Programs

Email: lcrain@wes.org 

Canada Programmatic Contact  

Marina Nuri

Director, Canadian Strategy & Programs

Email: mnuri@wes.org

Partnerships Contact

Nomzana Augustin

Associate Director, Partnership and Strategic Initiatives

Email: naugustin@wes.org

Impact Investments Contact

Smitha Das

Director, Mission and Impact Investing

Email: sdas@wes.org

Communications Contact

Silan Akgul

Senior Manager, Social Impact Communications

Email: sakgul@wes.org

For questions or any feedback regarding SurveyMonkey Apply, please contact: 

Administrative Contact 

Abby Frias

Senior Grants Associate

Email: afrias@wes.org