...giving a royal life
To build the capacity of widows and orphans to stand
together for their rights to actively contribute to civil
society, governance and leadership in Nigeria and
Africa
Healthy Food
Providing wholesome and nutritious meals to widows and orphans, aiming to nurture their health, restore dignity, and bring comfort during challenging times
Education
Through educational support and heartfelt scholarships, we open doors of hope for widows and orphans—empowering them to rise above their challenges and build a future filled with promise and possibility.
Medical
Providing essential medical care and support to widows and orphans, ensuring they receive the treatment, healing, and hope they deserve for a healthier, brighter tomorrow
Pure Water
Providing clean water through sustainable solutions like wells, filtration systems, and hygiene education helps prevent disease, empower women, keep children in school, and transform entire communities.
Love & Care
Offering unconditional love, compassion, and care to widows and orphans—reminding them that they are seen, valued, and never alone on their journey
Travel Activities
While rooted in Kogi State, our mission of compassion and support extends beyond borders—reaching widows and orphans in need wherever they may be
Featured Causes

Outreach to Stagi Cornerstone Orphanage
FAIWO Foundation, under the leadership of Pastor Mrs. Folashade Ayoade, carried out a heartfelt outreach to Stagi Cornerstone Orphanage, spreading love, care, and hope. The foundation distributed school bags, brand-new uniforms, and cash gifts to support the orphans and their caretakers, reaffirming its dedication to empowering widows, orphans, and the less privileged in society.

FAIWO Extends Love to Muslim Community with Food Support During Ramadan
As part of her continuous effort to support and uplift the less privileged, the Founder of FAIWO, Pastor Mrs. Folashade Ayoade, generously distributed food items to aid Muslim families during their period of fasting. The outreach aimed at ensuring that no table is empty and that families have the nourishment they need to observe this sacred season with joy and ease.

FAIWO’s Outreach to Widows for Christmas Celebration
During this event, widows were blessed with generous gifts, including rice, wrappers, garri, cash, and other essential food items. In her message of hope and encouragement, Pastor Mrs. Ayoade reminded the widows that God is the husband to the widow, assuring them of His unfailing love and care.

JAMB forms for orphaned students
This initiative is deeply inspired by our founder, Folashade Ayoade. As an exemplary academic currently studying law, she embodies a true passion for learning and a steadfast commitment to empowering those in need. Her dedication to education and community service serves as an inspiring example for us all.
FOLASHADE AYOADE INITIATIVE FOR WIDOWS & ORPHANS
OUR AIM
Our main aim is to empower widows and orphans to contribute meaningfully to the society by advocating for their rights, pro viding them with skills and resources through capacity build ing, fostering economic independence through empowerment programs, and ensuring their human rights are protected and upheld.
OUR MISSION
To harness the potential of widows and orphans to become productive entities in the society through advocacy, capacity building, economic empowerment and human rights program.
Team
Folashade Ayoade Initiative for Widows and Orphans

Mrs Folashade Arike Ayoade, Ph.D
Founder

Mrs Abisayo Ruth Adelaja
Project Manager

Barr. Femi Adegboyega
Legal Adviser

Dr Kelechi Okoro
Public Health Consultant

Mr Omale Williams
Media/Project strategist