About Us

Save Humanity with Friends At Heart Welfare Initiative

Friends at Heart Welfare Initiative exists for children sent home over unpaid school fees, patients detained by medical bills, and families carrying hardship in silence. We step into those moments with practical help, dignity and hope.

100K+

Lives Impacted

12+

Active Programs

100%

Direct Giving

15+

Years Service

Our Journey of Compassion

Founded on the principles of empathy and action, FAHWI has grown into a beacon of hope.

Friends At Heart Welfare Initiative started with a simple idea: that small acts of kindness can change the world. Over the years, we have expanded our reach, touching thousands of lives through education, healthcare, and community development. Our team of dedicated volunteers and staff work tirelessly to ensure that every donation makes a real difference.

Our Core Values

The principles that guide how we serve, how we lead and how we remain accountable to the people and communities we support.

Compassion

We show love, empathy and care to individuals and communities in need.

Integrity

We uphold honesty, accountability and strong moral principles in all we do.

Transparency

We remain open, trustworthy and responsible in our operations and use of resources.

Equality

We believe every individual deserves fairness, dignity and equal opportunity regardless of background or status.

Volunteerism

We encourage selfless service, teamwork and community participation to create lasting impact.

Empowerment

We believe in equipping people with opportunities, support and resources for a better future.

Excellence

We strive for professionalism, quality and impactful service delivery in every outreach and project.

Inclusion

We promote unity, acceptance and equal participation for all members of society.

Teamwork

We believe collaboration, unity and partnership strengthen our impact and mission.

Service To Humanity

We are dedicated to improving lives, restoring hope and supporting the vulnerable through humanitarian service.

The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others. We believe in the power of collective action to solve the world's most pressing problems.

FAHWI Founder

Executive Director

Milestones of Impact

Our milestones in service, care and community action.

A growing record of compassionate action, institutional development and community outreach that continues to shape the mission of Friends At Heart Welfare Initiative.

2010 01

The Beginning

  • Official creation of Friends At Heart Welfare Initiative
  • Development of the NGO’s vision, mission and core values
  • Registering the Organisation with Corporate Affairs Commission and other regulatory agencies
  • Formation of leadership and volunteer team
  • Charity visit to Ngwa Road motherless babies home, Aba, Abia State.
  • Welfare Visit to Father Basil motherless babies home, Aba, Abia State.
  • Supporting vulnerable children and widows
  • Conducting food and clothing distribution programs
2015 02

Expanding Reach

  • We launched our first national campaign for children's education.
2018 03

Medical Relief

  • Establishment of our mobile clinics providing free healthcare in rural areas.
2023 04

Global Impact

  • Recognized for our international relief efforts and sustainable development goals.