In the heart of Makoko, Lagos, hunger is an unwelcome guest that visits daily.
For many children, a single meal can decide whether they attend school or stay home.
When the Nugs & Ames Foundation first visited, we met Tosin, a 9-year-old who said quietly,
“I like school... but I’m too hungry to go sometimes.”
That moment became the spark for our Feeding Hope initiative — a program dedicated to ensuring no child is left behind because of an empty stomach.
Beyond Food, Restoring Dignity
We started small — community kitchens serving daily meals in schools and marketplaces.
Soon, it became more than food. It became a gathering of laughter, warmth, and shared stories.
Every plate we serve carries more than rice or beans — it carries dignity, care, and the message that someone, somewhere, still believes in you.
“I used to eat once a day,” says Tosin. “Now, I eat every day, and I even help serve food to others.”
Nourishment That Lasts
Our approach to hunger goes deeper than feeding — it’s about building systems of self-sufficiency.
Through community food gardens, nutrition education, and agricultural empowerment programs, families are learning to grow their own food and reduce dependence on aid.
Local farmers receive small grants, seeds, and training to improve yields — creating a cycle of nourishment that sustains itself long after we leave.
The Impact in Numbers
So far, Feeding Hope has served over 30,000 meals across Lagos, Ogun, and Benue States.
Our mobile kitchens reach communities affected by floods, displacement, and poverty — bringing relief where it’s needed most.
Each meal served is a promise kept.
Stories That Fill the Heart
We remember Mama Grace, who joined our program after losing her small food stall during a storm.
Today, she helps cook for 80 children every week. She says with a laugh,
“Feeding others gave me back my strength. I thought I was finished, but I found a family here.”
Her story, like many others, reminds us that hunger is not just about food — it’s about belonging.
How You Can Help
Donate: Fund a child’s daily meal or a community kitchen.
Volunteer: Join our meal drives and experience the joy of giving.
Partner: Work with us to expand sustainable feeding programs nationwide.
