TikTok has officially launched the TikTok Change Makers Program building on its commitment to fostering a global community passionate about using #TikTokforGood
This program marks the platform’s first-ever global social impact creator elevation initiative, spotlighting creators and non-profits who drive meaningful change in their communities through TikTok. It aims to showcase the diverse voices and strength of its global community as it educates, advocates, and inspires communities to drive meaningful, positive, and lasting change.
Program Details
The six-month program will support selected creators worldwide in building engaged communities, reaching new audiences, and unlocking real-world opportunities. This will be achieved through dedicated tools, resources, and donations to designated non-profit organizations.
An integral part of the TikTok Change Makers Programme is the TikTok Change Makers Grant. Through this grant, TikTok will donate over $1 million to more than 30 global and local non-profit organizations supporting various important causes. Each Changemaker will be honored with a $25,000 direct donation to support their respective advocacies, thereby elevating the impact of their work.
Selection Process
To officially launch this program, TikTok is celebrating and unveiling an inaugural global list of Change Makers, comprising 50 purpose-driven creators from around the world. Whether it’s spreading positivity or sharing good deeds, these Change Makers continue to advocate, inspire, and educate their communities to drive collective change on TikTok and beyond. Dennis has been an inspiration; regularly distributes meals to deserving people across Nairobi.
Focus on Africa
As part of the TikTok Change Makers Programme, four purpose-driven creators from Africa have been selected to impact and inspire their audiences on TikTok and beyond significantly.
In Kenya, Dennis Ombachi, known as @theroamingchef, was chosen as a Changemaker.
Meet the TikTok Change Makers from Sub-Saharan Africa and learn more about their incredible journeys.
- Nigeria’s@charityekezie, is an award-winning creator who dispels African stereotypes and has 3.2 million followers.
- South Africa’s@doctor.siya, who gained fame by sharing content on medical myths and sexual health.
- @pilot_onthegram, the first South African pilot to be verified on TikTok, creates educational videos to inspire future pilots and aviators, especially women.
“The TikTok global community harnesses creative self-expression to drive positive impact by rallying support, raising awareness, and advocating for the causes they truly care about. We’re proud to launch the TikTok Change Makers Programme to help social impact creators and non-profit organizations reach more communities, unlock real-world opportunities, and bring about lasting, meaningful change,” said Kim Farrell, Head of Creators, TikTok.