Empowering Africa's Future
Bridging the Gap Between Potential and Opportunity.
Building Resilient Africa.
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A community-driven nonprofit investing in youth, education, research, and enterprise development across Africa.

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BOF
Our Impact

Turning Commitment Into Measurable Change

Every number represents a life touched, a business supported, and a community strengthened across Nigeria.

500+
People Reached
20+
Active Volunteers
5+
Communities Impacted
50+
Entrepreneurs Supported
ABOUT THE FOUNDATION

Bridging the Gap Between Potential and Opportunity

The Ben Orgenda Foundation (BOF) is a community-driven nonprofit investing in youth, education, research, and enterprise development across Africa — built on the belief that students and entrepreneurs are Africa's most critical growth forces.

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EST. 2025
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Youth are the force of Africa's economy

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Students shape the economy through knowledge

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Entrepreneurs build the economy through resources and innovation

OUR DIRECTION

Where We're
Going

VisionVISION

To Build a Resilient, Inclusive, and Sustainable African Economy

Driven by empowered youth, women leaders, and structured enterprises committed to Africa's long-term prosperity.

MissionMISSION

To Equip Young People, Women, and Entrepreneurs

With the skills, structures, leadership capacity, and opportunities needed to create lasting economic impact across Africa through education, mentorship, research, and strategic partnerships.

We Stand as a Platform for Economic Empowerment, Leadership Development, and Sustainable Impact Across Africa

WHAT WE FOCUS ON

Five Strategic Pillars

The Foundation's five strategic pillars drive our mission to empower people, strengthen enterprises, and create sustainable impact across communities.

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YOUTH ECONOMIC LEADERSHIP & MENTORSHIP

Grooming economically-conscious youth leaders equipped to influence policy, enterprise, and innovation across Africa.

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WOMEN ENTERPRISE & LEADERSHIP ADVANCEMENT

Accelerating women-owned businesses and preparing women for leadership roles in economic and social sectors.

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BUSINESS STRUCTURING & ENTREPRENEURIAL EMPOWERMENT

Helping entrepreneurs transition from informal operations into structured, compliant, and growth-ready businesses.

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STUDENT EXPOSURE & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Bridging the gap between academic learning and real-world professional practice with scholarships and direct support.

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COMMUNITY-BASED ECONOMIC INTERVENTIONS

Targeted interventions addressing critical needs including water access, economic inclusion, and skills development.

RECENT IMPACT

JAMB Outreach:
Equipping Students
Before the Exam

Prior to the 2026 JAMB examinations, The Ben Orgenda Foundation visited secondary schools across the region — distributing study materials, providing motivational guidance, and granting students free access to a digital practice software to help them prepare with confidence.

Physical study materials distributed directly to students at no cost

Free digital practice software access granted to all participating students

Direct school visits with motivational sessions and career guidance

STUDENTS REACHED78%
SCHOOLS VISITED62%
MATERIALS DISTRIBUTED91%
Presenting the Axel CBT Software

Presenting the Axel CBT Software

Gift Prizes & Participation Certificates

Gift Prizes & Participation Certificates

Prizes for Excellence & Activeness

Prizes for Excellence & Activeness

Interactive Leadership Engagement

Interactive Leadership Engagement

Student Engagement Session

Student Engagement Session

Students in the SEPDI Program

Students in the SEPDI Program

Team Photo with School Principal

Team Photo with School Principal

CORE ANNUAL PROGRAMS

Eight Programs.
One Mission.

From business structuring to youth mentorship, women's leadership to community intervention — every program is designed to create measurable, lasting impact.

CORE ANNUAL PROGRAMS
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BUSINESS STRUCTURING & EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM

A flagship program designed to help entrepreneurs transition from informal operations into structured, compliant, and growth-ready businesses.

RegistrationFinancial ReadinessBrandingFunding Access
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YOUTH ECONOMIC LEADERSHIP & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM

A leadership and mentorship initiative aimed at grooming economically-conscious youth leaders equipped to influence policy, enterprise, and innovation.

LeadershipMentorshipEconomic Literacy
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WOMEN ENTERPRISE & LEADERSHIP ACCELERATION PROGRAM

A hybrid leadership and enterprise program designed to accelerate women-owned businesses and prepare women for leadership roles.

Women MSMEsLeadershipExposure
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STUDENT EXPOSURE & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE

A development initiative focused on bridging the gap between academic learning and real-world professional practice including scholarships for students.

ScholarshipsProfessional PracticeAcademic Bridge
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COMMUNITY INTERVENTION & ECONOMIC IMPACT PROJECTS

Targeted community-based interventions addressing critical needs such as water access, economic inclusion, skills development, and local enterprise support.

Water AccessSkills DevLocal Enterprise
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BOF RESEARCH & POLICY LAB

An internal research unit dedicated to producing data-driven insights, policy briefs, and economic research to support development-focused advocacy and grant engagement.

ResearchPolicy BriefsEconomic Reports
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SPECIAL & SUPPORT PROGRAMS
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BOF COMMUNITY FORUM HANGOUT

An annual engagement platform for community awareness, networking, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement across BOF's ecosystem.

NetworkingAwarenessStakeholder Engagement
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BOF ANNUAL PARTNERS & DONORS GALA

A ceremonial annual event honoring partners, donors, corporate organizations, and public-sector leaders supporting BOF's mission.

PartnersDonorsCorporatePublic Sector
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IMPACT STORIES

Impact Stories

From Vision to a Thriving Fashion Brand

From vision to a thriving fashion brand — see how BOF's BSEP25 programme equipped Salaudeem Abdulhafeez with the structure, mentorship, and seed capital to build Lux Fits Limited from the ground up.

Bridging the Digital Divide in Jos Schools

A look at the impact of our JAMB outreach initiative, providing digital exam software and prep to over 500 students.

From Informal to Formal: A Tailoring Success

The story of Amina, who structured her fashion business, hired three employees, and launched her online storefront.

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE MISSION

Our Leadership &
Team

A purpose-driven group of professionals, advisors, and trustees committed to advancing Africa's economic future through youth empowerment, education, and enterprise development.

Terseer Ben Orgenda

Terseer Ben Orgenda

FOUNDER

Orgenda Dooshima Comfort

Orgenda Dooshima Comfort

BOF TRUSTEE

Amah Ayebaeneni Obioma

Amah Ayebaeneni Obioma

ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Governance, accountability, and strategic guidance ensuring the Foundation operates in line with its mission and values.

ADVISORS

Industry professionals and subject-matter experts providing technical guidance, mentorship, and strategic support.

SECRETARY

Responsible for statutory compliance, documentation, records management, and official correspondence.

PROGRAM LEADS

Support the planning and execution of BOF programs, community initiatives, and research activities.

VOLUNTEERS

Dedicated individuals who support program delivery, outreach, research, and community engagement.

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Together We Can
Transform Africa

We invite individuals, institutions, corporate organizations, development partners, and donors to collaborate with us in building a stronger economic future for Africa. Together, we can empower people, strengthen institutions, and transform communities.

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