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Building Hope,
One Community
at a Time.

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Locations
Lagos State
Osun State
Ondo State
Kwara State
Akwa Ibom
Niger State
Abuja, FCT
Partners
RUIMUN
RUIMUN
Ashcorp Group
Ashcorp Group
Light Nation Lekki
Light Nation Lekki
Voices for Little Hearts
Voices for Little Hearts
Chioma Amuchie Foundation
Chioma Amuchie Foundation
Community Outreach
2020 Est. May 10
About Us

Formerly Known as
Reason to Smile

The Big Heart, Great Impact Foundation (BHGIF) is a youth-led non-profit founded on May 10, 2020. We drive sustainable educational development across Nigeria through targeted interventions — and by 2035, we aim to transform 500 schools across Africa, one classroom at a time.

🎯 Mission

Lead transformative projects creating safe, quality educational environments while fostering innovative programs for children and youth.

🌍 Vision

A healthier, better-educated population through targeted interventions addressing low-quality education across Africa.

📍 Reach

10+ projects across 6 states: Lagos, Osun, Ondo, Kwara, Akwa Ibom, and Niger.

🏆 Goal by 2035

Transform 500 schools across Africa, one classroom at a time, empowering the next generation to thrive.

What We Do

Our Core Focus Areas

Each program is rooted in community needs, dignity, and long-term impact. Click "View Project" on any card to read the full project report.

Education
Education Program

Education

School-based interventions and learning materials that open doors to brighter futures for underserved children across Nigeria.

850+ students Ibadan
Classroom Visit
Education
Education
Ibadan
Overview

Through mentoring and distribution of educational materials, BHGIF directly supports learners in underserved communities across 6 Nigerian states — tackling the root causes of educational inequality one student at a time.

Outcome: 850+ students supported across Nigeria, with a vision to transform 500 schools by 2035.

Nutrition
Free Food Day

Food & Nutrition

Targeted food drives and nutrition outreach supporting vulnerable families — promoting well-being and solidarity in underserved communities.

400 fed Ede, Osun
Food Distribution
Volunteers Serving
Community Gathering
April 18, 2021 · Ede, Osun State
Overview

In partnership with RUIMUN, BHGIF organized a Free Food Day in Ede, Osun State — serving hot meals and bottled water to 400 individuals, with 50+ youth volunteers managing preparation and distribution.

Outcome: 400 individuals fed, stronger ties with Redeemer's University, and lasting community uplift.

Health
Hygiene Education

Health & Hygiene

Hygiene education, kit distribution and sanitation advocacy promoting long-term health practices in schools and communities.

500+ students Ilaje, Lagos
Hygiene Kit Distribution
Hygiene Education Seminar
Students with Hygiene Kits
Ilaje, Lagos State
Overview

BHGIF deployed health educators and distributed hygiene kits to over 500 students in Ilaje, Lagos — covering handwashing, menstrual hygiene, sanitation, and clean environment practices.

Outcome: 500+ students equipped with hygiene education and kits — building health habits that last a lifetime.

Clothing
Threads of Hope — Badore

Threads of Hope

Clothing outreach bringing warmth, dignity and joy — distributing over 500 items during our Boxing Day drive and youth clean up in Lagos.

500+ people Lagos
Clothing Distribution
Sorting and Packing Day
Community Smiles
Lagos State
Overview

BHGIF organized a clothing outreach distributing over 500 items including shirts, dresses, shoes, and bags to 100+ individuals and families.

Outcome: 500+ people reached with essential clothing, community ties strengthened, and volunteers reported a deeply fulfilling experience.

Environment
Youth Clean-Up Drive

Youth Clean-Up Drive

Community environmental clean-up initiatives engaging young volunteers to promote sanitation and civic responsibility across Nigerian neighborhoods.

75+ volunteers Multiple states
Clean-Up in Action
Volunteers at Work
Community After Clean-Up
Ongoing · Multiple States
Overview

Youth-led environmental sanitation drives engaging volunteers to clean public spaces, streets, and school environments — building civic pride and a culture of cleanliness across Nigeria.

Outcome: 75+ volunteers mobilized across multiple states, leaving communities visibly cleaner and youth more civically engaged.

Library

Project QEQL

Quality Environment Equals Quality Learning — a full library renovation at Olomu Community Senior Secondary School, Ajah, Lagos, benefiting over 1,400 students.

1,400+ students Ajah, Lagos
Library Renovation in Progress
Library Unveiling Oct 17 2025
Students at Career and Leadership Session
October 17, 2025 · Olomu Community Senior Secondary School, Ajah, Lagos
Overview

Over three months, BHGIF transformed the library through clean-up, structural improvements, painting, furniture repairs, and book procurement. The unveiling included career development and leadership sessions.

Outcome: A fully renovated, functional library now serves 1,400+ students.

By the Numbers

5 Years of Real Change

Every figure below represents real people, real communities, and real hope — built through youth-led effort since May 2020.

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Voices from the Field

Stories of Change

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The smiles we saw on Boxing Day will stay with me forever. Over 200 clothing items to over 100 people — a simple act that meant everything to them.

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Lagos Outreach TeamBadore, Ajah · Dec 2020
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Seeing 400 people fed and the community come together in Ede was incredible. The partnership with Redeemer's University made it truly special.

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Food Outreach LeadEde, Osun State · Apr 2021
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Watching children receive hygiene kits and learn practices that will protect them for life — that is exactly why we do this work.

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Health Program CoordinatorIlaje, Lagos
The People Behind the Mission

Our Team

Driven by purpose, guided by values — meet the dedicated individuals leading BHGIF's charge across Nigeria.

Executive Leadership
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Deborah Adelaja

Deborah Adelaja

Founder & President

Visionary behind BHGIF, driving educational equity and community wellbeing across Nigeria since 2020.

Vice President

Ogunbiyi Anuoluwapo Odunowo

Vice President

Supports strategic direction and oversees cross-functional program execution.

Head of Administration

David Akanimo Equere

Administrative Manager

Manages operations, communications, and day-to-day foundation administration.

Assistant Administrative Manager

Kale Eriayo Timothy

Assistant Administrative Manager

Assist in managing operations, communications, and day-to-day foundation administration.

Programs & Operations
Operations Manager

Somtochukwu O. Mmereole

Operations Manager

Plans, coordinates, and evaluates all BHGIF operations across communities and states.

Programs Coordinator

Amechi Collins

Programs Coordinator

Plans, coordinates, and evaluates all BHGIF programs across communities and states.

Public Relations Manager

Benjamin E. Onyesom

Public Relations Manager

Manages BHGIF's public image, media relations, and external communications.

Assistant Public Relations Manager

Abana Asabe Rhoda

Public Relations Manager

Manages BHGIF's public image, media relations, and external communications.

Financial Secretary

Iyase Faith

Financial Secretary

Oversees financial records, budgeting, and reporting with transparency and accountability.

Get in Touch

Contact Us

Volunteer, partner, or simply say hello — we'd love to hear from you.

Head Office

DigiHub, Dakibiyu, Abuja, Nigeria

Phone

+234 903 259 76 · +234 812 571 7675

Email

bigheartgreatimpactfoundation@gmail.com

Hours

Mon–Fri: 9AM–5PM · Sat: 10AM–2PM