Mission

Herbert Onye Orji Foundation is committed to empowering Nigerian youths by creating sustainable solutions through education, skill acquisition, and community development. Our focus is on providing opportunities that enable youths to chart their path to success, contributing to a thriving and empowered society.

Dr. Mrs Nnenna Adaeze Orji

CEO/Co-founder

“Herbert Onye Orji Foundation Empowering today’s youth for a brighter Nigeria tomorrow—where ideas flourish, skills thrive, and social justice unites us all”

Mission Statement.

2012

Founded

The Prof. Herbert Onye Orji Foundation was established by Prof. Herbert Onye Orji Foundation and Dr. Mrs Nnenna Adaeze Orji, with the vision to unleash the potential of every Nigerian youth.

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Staff

We are deeply immersed in the fields in which we invest. HOOFoundation is a multi-disciplinary organization powered by the deep expertise of the people who work here.

₦100M+

Awarded in 2022

Grantmaking across all areas supports ideas and organizations that contribute to a more connected, creative, and just society

10M+

Grants funded

Since its founding, HOOFoundation has provided partnership and financial support to a wide range of Nigerian youths.

2012

Founded

The Prof. Herbert Onye Orji Foundation was established by Prof. Herbert Onye Orji Foundation and Dr. Mrs Nnenna Adaeze Orji, with the vision to unleash the potential of every Nigerian youth.

160

Staff

We are deeply immersed in the fields in which we invest. HOOFoundation is a multi-disciplinary organization powered by the deep expertise of the people who work here.

₦34M+

Awarded in 2022

Grantmaking across all areas supports ideas and organizations that contribute to a more connected, creative, and just society

33

Grants funded

Since its founding, HOOFoundation has provided partnership and financial support to a wide range of Nigerian youths.

Mission Statement

The Herbert Onye Orji Foundation’s journey began with a fervent desire to address the pressing issues hindering the growth and prosperity of Nigerian communities. Recognizing the widening gap in education accessibility, the stifled opportunities for skill development, and the lack of support for entrepreneurial endeavors, the foundation emerged as a force dedicated to bridging these gaps.

The foundation has evolved into a driving force for positive transformations. Through commitment and dedication, the foundation has executed several initiatives towards its mission. The mission of the foundation is to:

Support university graduates and micro or small business owners with building skill sets that advance their socioeconomic status.
Educate, empower, and train students, graduates, and young adults who are financially challenged but possess talent, ingenuity, and ambition.
Establish access to career and business opportunities in finance, technology, and entrepreneurism.

Educational scholarships have opened doors that were once closed, offering deserving youths the chance to pursue their dreams. Skill-building programs equipped the youth with tools beyond textbooks, empowering them to carve their paths to success. Grants offered to aspiring entrepreneurs used to start micro or small businesses. Community healthcare initiatives that bring vital care to the doorsteps of underserved populations, fostering healthier futures. These are some of the programs that we foster and work towards annually.