Foundation team with economic empowerment grant beneficiaries Students holding their tuition fee awards Scholarship beneficiaries in matriculation gowns Two grant beneficiaries holding their awards Scholarship recipients with team members
Inspire. Innovate. Impact.

Empowering Vulnerable Communities. Inspiring Lasting Impact.

Education, economic empowerment, and social support for children, widows, orphans, and persons with special needs across Nigeria. Registered in Nigeria, and in New York as a U.S. 501(c)(3) charity.

501(c)(3)
IRS-Recognized Charity
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Core Programs in Nigeria
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Registered in Nigeria
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Registered in New York
10+
Years of Founder Leadership
About Us

Equal opportunity for every Nigerian to thrive

Ugo Impact Foundation empowers less privileged people in Nigeria, including widows, orphans, persons with special needs, and families living in poverty, through education, economic empowerment, and social support.

We pay tuition for students, give grants and equipment that help young entrepreneurs earn a living, and stand with vulnerable children and families. The Foundation is registered in Nigeria and in New York, where it is an IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) charity.

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What We Do

Our Programs

What we do for students, families, and children in Nigeria.

Students holding their tuition fee awards

Scholarship Program

Tuition, books, and school essentials for disadvantaged children and adults.

Two grant beneficiaries holding their awards

Economic Empowerment

Grants, equipment, and skills training that help widows, women, and young entrepreneurs earn a living.

Ugo Impact Foundation team

Special Needs Program

Medical and educational assistance for persons with special needs.

Ugo Impact Foundation team

Orphan & Vulnerable Children

Food, shelter, clothing, and counseling for orphans and vulnerable children.

Ugo Impact Foundation team in front of the Foundation banner

Advocacy & Awareness

Campaigns that raise awareness of the problems facing the less privileged in Nigeria.

Video

Watch a Grant Handover

Watch Ugo Impact Foundation present business grants and equipment to two young entrepreneurs in Nigeria.

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Photos

Photo Gallery

Scholarships and business grants from our work in Nigeria.

Latest Updates

From the Blog

News, stories, and updates from our work in Nigeria.

Welcome to the UGF Blog

Welcome to the UGF Blog

Follow our journey as we work to empower less privileged communities across Nigeria.

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What's Coming Up

Upcoming Events

Join us at an event, or volunteer to help run one.

7 Nov 2026

Economic Empowerment Grant Presentation

Aba, Abia State

We present business grants and equipment to the next group of young entrepreneurs and widows.

Sponsor a grant
21 Nov 2026

Community Outreach for Vulnerable Children

Aba, Abia State

Food, clothing, and school supplies for orphans and vulnerable children in the community.

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Where Your Money Goes

85% of every donation goes straight to our programs

We publish our accounts every year so you can see exactly how your money is used.

See the full breakdown
  • 85% Programs
  • 10% Administration
  • 5% Fundraising

Help a Student or a Family This Year

Your donations and volunteer hours keep children in school and help families build a better life in Nigeria.

Working Together

Who We Partner With

Schools & Universities Healthcare Providers Community Leaders Local Businesses NGOs & Agencies Faith & Community Groups