Our Story
Who We Are
Who We Are
A Movement Rooted in Community
Founded in 2010 by a group of professionals who believed that real change must come from within communities, we have grown into a national organization with programs in 16 states and a volunteer network that spans Nigeria and the diaspora.
Our Mission
To empower Nigerian communities with tools, skills, and resources needed to break the cycle of poverty and build sustainable futures.
Our Vision
A Nigeria where every community has equal access to education, healthcare, economic opportunity, and dignity.
Our Core Values
Community-First
We listen before we act. Every program is designed with — not for — the communities we serve, ensuring real ownership and lasting change.
Transparency
We publish detailed financial reports, impact assessments, and project updates. Our beneficiaries and donors deserve full accountability.
Empowerment
We build capacity, not dependency. Our goal is communities that thrive on their own strengths — long after we leave.
Collaboration
No organization can do this alone. We partner with government, NGOs, private sector, and diaspora to maximize collective impact.
Equity & Inclusion
We prioritize the most vulnerable — women, children, people with disabilities, and displaced persons — in all our programs.
Evidence-Based
We measure what matters. Our programs are guided by data, regular evaluations, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
16 Years of Impact
Our Story
Founded in Abuja
Give To Life began as a small group of professionals volunteering in underserved communities in the FCT. Our first project: distributing 300 school bags to children in Gwagwalada.
First Health Outreach
We conducted our first major free medical outreach in Kogi State, serving over 1,000 patients in communities that had never had access to basic healthcare.
CAC Registration & Scale
Officially registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission. Expanded to 5 states and launched our first vocational training program for women.
Youth Empowerment Programme
Launched the Young Leaders Initiative — a structured 6-month program combining entrepreneurship, leadership, and mentorship for ages 18-30.
Emergency Flood Response
Deployed within 72 hours to provide relief to over 4,000 flood-affected families in Anambra and Delta states — our largest single humanitarian operation.
12,000 Lives & Growing
Expanded to 16 states, completed over 140 projects, and built a volunteer network of 850+ Nigerians committed to community development.
The People Behind the Work
Leadership Team
Adaeze Okafor
Executive Director
With 18 years in community development, Adaeze has led Give To Life from a small volunteer group to a nationally recognized NGO. She holds an MSc in Development Studies from the University of Lagos.
Emeka Nwosu
Director of Programs
Emeka oversees all six program pillars and manages our field teams across 16 states. Former UNICEF program officer with expertise in education and WASH interventions.
Fatima Abdullahi
Head of Health Programs
A registered nurse and public health professional, Fatima designs and leads our community health outreaches, maternal health campaigns, and nutrition programs.
Our Team
Governance & Transparency
Give To Life Community Initiative is a registered Non-Governmental Organization in Nigeria. We adhere to the highest standards of accountability, financial stewardship, and ethical governance.
Be Part of Our Story
Every great community story begins with one person saying "I can help." That person could be you.