Hope And Care Foundation

17/04/2026

Hope and Care Foundation participated in the Civil Society Organizations in Benue two-day capacity-building training held from 14th–15th April 2026 in Makurdi. The training brought together diverse civil society actors and focused on strengthening key areas such as governance, project management, financial systems, procurement, and Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E).

Through interactive sessions, our team gained valuable knowledge in proposal writing, resource mobilization, financial accountability, and the use of digital tools for tracking impact. The participatory nature of the training also provided an opportunity to share experiences and learn from other organizations.

This experience has further positioned Hope and Care Foundation to improve its internal systems, enhance programme delivery, and strengthen its overall impact. We are committed to applying these lessons and stepping down the knowledge within our organization to better serve our communities.

14/02/2026

This week marked a significant milestone in our collective advocacy journey as Hope and Care Foundation, in collaboration with members of Civil Society-Scaling Up Nutrition in Nigeria, intensified efforts to end malnutrition and strengthen maternal and child health systems in Benue State and across Nigeria.
Through high-level advocacy visits to key government stakeholders—including the Director-General of BICD, Head of Service, Secretary to the State Government, Director-General of Budget, and the Economic Planning Commission—we advanced critical policy and financing discussions aimed at improving nutrition outcomes for women and children.
Our Key Advocacy Asks
✓Institutionalization of six months paid maternity leave.
✓ Increased and sustained financing for nutrition programmes.
✓ Enrollment in the UNICEF Matching Funding Mechanism for the procurement of lifesaving nutrition commodities.
✓ Establishment of functional nutrition departments within relevant MDAs.
✓ Operationalization and budgetary support for Local Government Committees on Food and Nutrition.
Key Outcomes Achieved
We are encouraged by the positive commitments received from all stakeholders engaged:
✓Strong assurances were given to support the adoption of six months paid maternity leave at the State Executive Council (Exco) level.
✓The Director-General of Budget and Economic Planning Commission confirmed that a memo on maternity leave has already been submitted to the Exco.
✓Local Government Committees on Food and Nutrition have been operationalized and are currently undergoing capacity strengthening on programme-based budgeting.
✓The Government commitment was reaffirmed to provide counterpart funding for the procurement of lifesaving nutrition commodities.
These outcomes reinforces the importance of sustained civil society engagement in shaping responsive and inclusive public policies.
Hope and Care Foundation remains steadfast in its mission to promote equitable access to nutrition services, strengthen accountability systems, and ensure that no woman or child is left behind.

26/01/2026

📢 ADVOCACY THAT COUNTS!
Hope and Care Foundation, alongside other members of Civil Society-Scaling Up Nutrition (CS-SUNN) in Nigeria's Benue Chapter, recently engaged the Hon. Commissioner for Women Affairs on critical nutrition priorities.

Key Wins:
✅ Nutrition Steering Committee formed
✅ Push for 6-month maternity leave
✅ $450M World Bank program linkage
✅ Budget advocacy across MDAs

30,000 women. 90,000 families. One mission: End malnutrition.

07/01/2026

Hope and Care Foundation, in collaboration with RCCG Youth and Young Adults, empowered 16 youths through a life-transforming and impactful 3-day Career Launch and Boot Camp.

Key highlights from the boot camp:
✓ Job roles will change, but skills remain transferable
✓ The most valuable skill is the ability to learn new skills
✓ Networking unlocks opportunities
✓ Building resilience and adaptability is essential
✓ Mentorship accelerates growth
✓ Understanding workplace culture and unspoken rules accelerates career growth
✓ Soft skills increasingly dominate future employability over degrees alone

Many thanks to all our partners, participants, facilitators, and especially Mr. Shadrach Guusu 🤝 for making this a success.

Let’s keep empowering each other.

07/01/2026

Hope And Care Foundation was privileged to collaborate with RCCG and Youth and Young Adults in a 3-day Career and Boot Camp Workshop. It was indeed an impactful and life-transforming experience, as shared by the 16 amazing participants 🙌.
A big thank you to all our partners, participants, and especially Mr shadrach Guusu for making this happen 🤝.

Let's keep empowering and uplifting each other

27/12/2025

🚀 LAUNCH YOUR CAREER! 🚀

Join our Career Launch & Boot Camp! 💼 Get equipped with skills, mentorship, and boost your journey to success! 📈

Who's ready to LEVEL UP? 😎

27/12/2025

🚀 LAUNCH YOUR CAREER! 🚀
Join our Career Launch & Boot Camp! 💼 Get equipped with skills, mentorship, and boost your journey to success!

📈 Who's ready to LEVEL UP? 😎

18/10/2025

On October 16, 2025, Hope and Care Foundation represented by was honored to join civil society leaders and advocates across Nigeria at the West Africa Drug Policy Network - WADPN Nigeria workshop focused on strengthening gender justice and human rights in drug policy.

From powerful sessions on understanding gender dynamics to exploring responsive approaches to drug control and the realities of women who use drugs, the workshop deepened our commitment to inclusive, humane, and gender-sensitive interventions.

A major Key takeaway from the workshop is that drug policy reform must put people first, protecting rights, promoting health, and empowering women.

Together, we’re shaping a future where justice, compassion, and equity lead the way.

09/10/2025

09/10/2025

, Program Manager of Hope and Care Foundation Benue State, represented Civil Society Organisations at a BICD meeting on October 6, 2025. The meeting united development and humanitarian partners to boost partnerships and collaboration on community projects, focusing on progress updates, challenges, and improved coordination for impactful interventions across Benue State. By working together and aligning with government priorities, we can create sustainable community impact.

21/08/2025

It was a momentous day in Makurdi yesterday, as .benue (Civil Society Organizations in Benue (CSO-B), represented by Hope and Care Foundation, participated in a crucial interactive session with a high-level delegation from the International Organization for Migration (IOM). The delegation, led by Ms. Ugochi Daniels, Deputy Director General for Operations, and Ms. Sylvia Ekra, Regional Director for West and Central Africa, engaged with the Governor of Benue State Rev Father Hyacinth Iormem Alia, government officials, and development partners to discuss collaborative efforts to address the plight of internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the state.

The meeting underscored the shared commitment to restore dignity, rebuild lives and secure durable solutions for people displaced by conflict, terrorism, and climate challenges in Benue State. Notably, the Governor reaffirmed his administration's commitment to supporting IDPs, announcing a $50,000 contribution to IOM's Resilience Campaign to facilitate the return of IDPs to their ancestral homes and restore livelihoods.

Furthermore, IOM announced a $1.1 million humanitarian funding package from the European Union and ECHO, which will be jointly implemented by IOM, UN-Habitat and UNHCR to benefit the people of Benue State. In recognition of IOM's lifesaving interventions and partnership with Benue State, the Governor presented a Distinguished Humanitarian Award to the organization.

As we move forward, we look forward to continued collaboration and partnership with IOM and other stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation of these initiatives and to bring hope and relief to those affected by conflict and displacement in Benue State.