Our Story & Impact

Tomiya Helping Hand Foundation

Tomiya Helping Hand Foundation is headquartered in Benin City, Edo State, with regional outreach offices across Nigeria. We are a duly registered, non-profit, apolitical non-governmental organization (NGO) dedicated to human capital development, child protection, and the holistic empowerment of marginalized communities.

Driven by our core mission to eradicate hunger and ensure that no child or vulnerable elder goes to bed without a nutritious meal, our signature interventions—including Program SMILE, Back-to-School Educational Supplies, and Women Vocational Empowerment—create tangible, lasting pathways to self-reliance.

Our Impact and Initiatives

Nutritional Support: Consistently distributing essential food items to the poorest and most vulnerable households.
Educational Advancement: Providing school uniforms, notebooks, writing materials, and daily meals to indigent and out-of-school children, ensuring they have the resources necessary to pursue their education.
Economic Empowerment: Fostering self-reliance by equipping young entrepreneurs with vocational starter kits, such as sewing machines and other essential trade tools.

OUR CORE MISSION

Our Mission

To create a society where no one goes to bed hungry, while advancing quality educational access, clean water infrastructure, and sustainable economic empowerment for all.

FUTURE OUTLOOK

Our Vision

To be a foremost catalyst for sustainable community transformation, fostering self-reliant families through accessible nutrition, youth vocational skills, and child protection.

OUR CORE GUIDING VALUES

Building a Better, More Resilient World

Educational Access

Securing vital learning supplies, school uniforms, and tuition support for marginalized and out-of-school youth.

Child Protection

Safeguarding vulnerable children and creating healthy, supportive community environments.

Trauma Rehabilitation

Promoting psychosocial healing through sports, expressive arts therapies, and community mentorship.

Sustainable Development

Implementing clean water grids and sustainable infrastructure to eradicate household vulnerability.

Health & Wellness

Equipping communities with health education, preventive care knowledge, and nutritional guidance.

Economic Empowerment

Fostering self-reliance by equipping graduating vocational students and women with starter toolkits and trade tools.

LEADERSHIP & VISION

The Driving Minds Behind Tomiya

Dedicated coordinators, healthcare specialists, and logistics coordinators working to restore human dignity.

Patricia Iyen

Treasure

The Treasurer serves on the Board of Directors, providing crucial oversight of the charity’s financial management. She reviews budgets, monitors cash flow, and ensures transparency in all financial practices. By presenting clear financial reports to the Board, she safeguards assets and ensure compliance, guaranteeing long-term stability for the mission

Segi Doubra Ann

Secretary

The Secretary is an essential Board member responsible for maintaining accurate organizational records and ensuring strict legal compliance. She manages official correspondence, schedule board meetings, and record detailed minutes. By safeguarding foundational documents and facilitating clear internal communication, she ensures transparent governance and seamless administrative operations for the charity.

Barr. Enudi Valentino Chibueze

Legal Consultant

As the Legal Consultant, He provides essential expert counsel to ensure the charity operates securely within all regulatory frameworks. He drafts corporate contracts, advises on employment laws, and actively manages institutional liability risks. By navigating complex nonprofit compliance issues, Helegally protect the organization so it can safely advance its core mission

Martins O.A. Osakue

Trustee Member

As a Trustee Member he is a vital guardian of the charity's mission, values, and long-term sustainability. Sitting on the governing board, they offer objective guidance, monitor financial health, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. He utilizes his professional networks to advocate for the organization and expand its total community impact.

Hon. Harrison Okpame

Trustee Member

Rev. Gideon Anni

Trustee Member

Thomas Aisosa Iyare

Development Manager

The Development Manager leads the charity’s fundraising initiatives, securing vital financial support to sustain core operations. He cultivates strong donor relationships, manages major giving campaigns, and oversees grant proposals. By creatively engaging corporate sponsors and philanthropists, He builds a robust revenue pipeline that directly fuels the organization’s long-term community mission.

Jessica Osato Iyare

Finance Manger

The Finance Manager safeguards the charity’s financial health by overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and precise financial reporting. Ensure compliance with non-profit regulations, manage audits, and track restricted and unrestricted funds. By providing clear financial insights to leadership, that enable sustainable operations and ensure donor contributions are maximized for mission impact.

Stephine Iyare

Program Manager

The Program Manager oversees the design, implementation, and evaluation of the charity's core initiatives. She manages project teams, allocate budgets effectively, and track performance metrics to ensure goals are met. By bridging leadership and frontline staff, She guarantee all activities directly advance the organization’s mission and maximize total community impact.