Ibidunni Ighodalo Foundation (IIF) launches ‘Project 40at40’ in memory of its founder, Ibidunni Ighodalo.
Project 40at40
The commencement of the 40at40 initiative is in accordance with its founders’ last wish.
Mrs Ibidun Ighodalo transited on Sunday 14th June 2020. Her desire was to celebrate her
40th birthday which would have come up on the 19th of July; by granting 40
couples; in dire need of reproductive interventions a once in a lifetime opportunity
to become parents. The board of IIF is determined to ensure that her last wish is
fulfilled.
Speaking during the launch of the initiative, Chairman of the Foundation, Pastor
Ituah Ighodalo, said “We understand the emotional, psychological and financial
strain, that comes with pursuing fertility treatments. Having gone through that
pain herself, Ibidunni in her lifetime made it her life’s work to help desiring but
struggling parents; we are committed to Ibidunni’s vision to give joy and keep
hope alive.”
The Foundation
Since her demise, Ibidunni Ighodalo Foundation (IIF) has enlarged and strengthened its board. In addition, governance structures have been put in place. This is to ensure the capacity to deliver on her last wish and more.
Additionally, a transparent application and selection process has been put
in place. The foundation actively seeks the support of everyone to keep this dream alive. The Executive Secretary of the foundation Mrs Adedayo Richard also added that
the foundation’s annual activities will continue. These include the flagship IVF annual grants, the Mothers in waiting conference, the babies day out and the
hospital visits amongst many others.
IIF, also known for their advocacy against stigmatization will continue their active sensitization programs. As with most grants, the chairman noted that applicants must meet certain technicalities. This is to ensure that the grants are made available to those who need them the most.
Interested applicants and donors should visit the foundation’s website ibidunniighodalofoundation.org. More Information on criteria is available on all the foundation’s platforms. The foundation would like to encourage all who wish to support the foundation financially and in other ways to do so.
L-R: Mrs. Bola Okolie, Board Member, Ibidunni Ighodalo Foundation. Dr. Ade Adeyemi-Bero, Board Member, Ibidunni Ighodalo Foundation. Pastor Ituah Ighodalo, Chairman, Ibidunni Ighodalo Foundation. Mrs. Tosin Adefeko, Managing Partner, AT3 Resources; and Mrs. Adedayo Richards, Executive Secretary, Ibidunni Ighodalo Foundation.
The board and others at the official launch of Project 40at40 by Ibidunni Ighodalo Foundation in honour of its founder.
