Our foundation story

Compassion with structure. Support with dignity.

Friends of God Foundation provides ethical, transparent support to people and families facing hardship. Every decision is guided by integrity, accountability and respect.

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01What guides us

Principles that shape every decision

These are operating standards, not decorative statements.

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Integrity

Honesty and sound ethical judgment guide every interaction, assessment and use of resources.

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Accountability

We take responsibility for decisions and maintain clear records for beneficiaries, donors and partners.

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Transparency

Our processes are understandable, our communication is direct and our reporting is accessible.

02 Why we began

A personal commitment became a structured foundation

Founded in 2026, Friends of God Foundation grew from a commitment to address the practical challenges facing people and families in our communities.

What began as direct personal support evolved into an organisation with defined programs, documented processes and clear standards. We believe humanitarian support should be delivered with dignity, privacy and complete transparency.

Today, compassion and accountability work together in everything we do—from reviewing an application to reporting how a donation was used.

800+Lives impacted
12Active programs
45+Communities reached
100%Commitment to transparency
03Our journey

Built deliberately, one commitment at a time

Five milestones from establishment to wider community reach.

  1. 01
    2026

    Foundation established

    A clear mission was formed around structured humanitarian support, dignity and transparency.

  2. 02
    2026

    First programs launched

    Education and healthcare support began with carefully documented assessment processes.

  3. 03
    2026

    Emergency response added

    The support model expanded to address urgent needs while retaining consistent standards.

  4. 04
    2026

    Digital access introduced

    Online applications and status tracking made support easier to access and understand.

  5. 05
    Today

    Our reach continues to grow

    Programs now connect more people and communities to practical, dignified assistance.

04 How we work

Values made visible through action

Every person deserves clarity, fairness and respect throughout their experience with us.

Dignity first

Privacy, respect and individual worth come before process.

Radical transparency

Clear communication and accessible records leave no room for uncertainty.

Unwavering fairness

Consistent criteria support equitable decisions without bias.

Absolute accountability

Responsible stewardship is supported by regular reporting.

05The people behind the work

Our leadership and operations team

A multidisciplinary team responsible for strategy, delivery, communication and quality.

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Yemi Olabodey

Founder & Executive Director

With over 15 years in humanitarian work, Yemi leads with compassion, strategic vision, and unwavering commitment to our core values.

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Grace Olabodey

Co-Chairman

Grace brings strategic leadership and a deep commitment to community development, carrying the foundation’s vision forward with excellence.

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Elisha Ayomide Bassey

Corporate Social Responsibility

Elisha coordinates corporate social responsibility programs and builds sustainable community partnerships.

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Okereke Victoria

Social Media Manager

Victoria amplifies our story through clear, authentic communication and thoughtful community engagement.

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Boluwatife Niyi

General Administration

Boluwatife supports day-to-day operations and helps the foundation work efficiently and responsibly.

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Stephen Thompson

Information Technology

Stephen manages secure and accessible digital systems that support transparent service delivery.

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Francis David

Graphics & UI/UX Design

Francis creates clear visual experiences that communicate the foundation’s mission and impact.

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Abayomi-George David

Quality Assurance

Abayomi-George maintains quality standards across programs and supports continuous improvement.

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