PROGRAMS

Our Empowerment Programs

Our wide range of programs focuses on empowering women, youth, and underserved populations through education, skill development, and essential support services. Explore our initiatives below and discover how we’re making a difference in locations across Nigeria and beyond.

Stanley Uzochukwu Foundation SME Grant

The Stanley Uzochukwu Foundation (SUF) is offering a 40 million Naira grant aimed at supporting 80 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Nigeria.

SUF Widows Academy (Quarterly)

A quarterly initiative providing support and training to widows, equipping them with valuable life skills.

Annual Award Program for Most Progressive Cohort

Celebrating the most progressive participants who have excelled in SUF programs throughout the year.

SUF Care Packages

Distributing essential items like water filtration systems and mosquito nets to improve the well-being of underserved communities.

SUF Youth Academy (Bi-annual)

A youth development program held twice a year, offering skills and mentorship in various locations.

SUF Food Relief

Supporting communities with fresh, locally-grown produce through our village market food relief program.

Widows Empowerment Program

The Stanley Uzochukwu Foundation Widows Empowerment Program is a deeply impactful initiative designed to support 200 widows by providing them with grinding machines to establish sustainable sources of income within their localities.

Orphanage Adoption Initiative

The Stanley Uzochukwu Foundation Orphanage Adoption Program is a compassionate initiative designed to provide relief and long-term support to vulnerable children living in orphanages.

Food Drive

The Stanley Uzochukwu Foundation Food Drive is a compassionate initiative designed to provide essential food supplies to underprivileged communities facing the challenges of Nigeria’s tough economic conditions.

THEMATIC FOCUS AREAS

Education & Skills Development

Goal: Increase access to quality education and relevant life skills.

Flagship Initiatives:
●Youth Academy:​
Leadership, digital literacy, and civic engagement bootcamps.
●Widows Literacy Program:​
Functional literacy and financial education for women.
●Tech4Youth:​
ICT training from foundational to advanced levels.

Aligned SDGs: 📘 SDG 4​
– Quality Education 👩‍🦰 SDG 5​
– Gender Equality ⚖️ SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities

Enterprise & Livelihoods

Goal: Enhance economic inclusion through entrepreneurship and access to markets.

a. Technology & Innovation

● ​Youth-led tech incubators
● Women in Tech fellowships
●​ Innovation grants and hackathons

b. Creative Economy
●​ Creative enterprise training (fashion, arts, film, publishing)
●​ Access to markets and exhibitions
●​ Storytelling campaigns for advocacy and influence

c. Agriculture & Food Security
●​ Agri-business fellowships for young people
●​ Women in Agriculture Fund
●​ Climate-smart farming training & AgriTech platforms

Aligned SDGs: 💼 SDG 8​
– Decent Work & Economic Growth 🔬 SDG 9​
– Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure 🌾 SDG 2 – Zero Hunger

CROSS-CUTTING PRINCIPLES

 
Gender Equality & Social Inclusion 
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Sustainability & Climate Resilience 
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Human Rights & Dignity 
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Community Ownership & Participation 
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Partnership-Driven Implementation 

KEY IMPACT PROGRAMS (2024–2026)

ProgramObjectiveTarget Reach
SME Resilience Grant₦40 M in financial support for small businesses80 SMEs
Widows Economic Recovery KitLivelihood tools (e.g., sewing machines, grinders)200 widows
Youth Tech IncubatorMentorship, capacity building & seed capital100 youth
Creative Skills LabSkill development in creative sectors500 creatives
Orphanage & Prison OutreachReintegration and support for vulnerable groups10 orphanages, 5 correctional centers

BE A PART OF THE CHANGE

Volunteer with us

Make a difference by volunteering your time and expertise. Whether you’re a mentor, trainer, or community advocate, your involvement can help change lives.


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How You Can Help

Your donations can help us provide vital resources and support to those in need. Every contribution counts and brings us one step closer to our vision of socio-economic development for all.

Your donations can help us provide vital resources and support to those in need. Every contribution counts and brings us one step closer to our vision of socio-economic development for all.