Welcome to Hope Builders Foundation
Hope Builders Skill Development & Acquisition Foundation (HBF) is a not-for-profit, non-governmental organization that was established with the vision of becoming a world-class organization providing leadership, vocational, and entrepreneurship opportunities for youths and women.
HBF is dedicated to empowering less privileged women and youths through vocational skills acquisition, education, leadership development, entrepreneurship support, scholarships, and micro-credit schemes.
The foundation also offers psychological, psychosocial, entrepreneurship, and vocational support to facilitate the reintegration of returnees, vulnerable youths, displaced persons, and indigent communities.
Hope Builders Skill Development & Acquisition Foundation (HBF) is registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission, and its governance is overseen by a nine-member Board of Trustees, ensuring adherence to best practices and the effective execution of its mission and vision.
Training
Mission Statement
At HBF, our mission is to empower less privileged women and youths through vocational skills acquisition, education, leadership development, entrepreneurship support, scholarships, and micro-credit schemes. We are committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment that enables individuals to acquire essential skills, uplift their communities, and become self-sufficient contributors to society.
Vision Statement
Our vision is to be a world-class organization that offers exemplary leadership, vocational, and entrepreneurship opportunities for youths and women. We aspire to create a society where every individual, regardless of their background, has access to quality education, skill development, and the resources needed to succeed in their chosen endeavors.
Core Values
1. Empowerment: We believe in empowering individuals to transform their lives through education, skill development, and access to opportunities.
2. Inclusivity: We are committed to inclusivity, promoting gender equality, and embracing diversity in all our initiatives.
3. Excellence: We strive for excellence in all aspects of our work, ensuring the highest standards in program delivery and impact.
4. Integrity: We uphold the highest level of integrity, transparency, and accountability in our operations and interactions with beneficiaries, partners, and stakeholders.
5. Compassion: We approach our work with compassion, empathy, and a deep understanding of the challenges faced by the communities we serve.
6. Innovation: We encourage innovation and creativity in our programs, seeking new and effective ways to address societal needs and challenges.
7. Collaboration: We actively collaborate with like-minded organizations, governments, and individuals to maximize our collective impact and reach.
The moments of impact program is an annual event where trainees of PET program and other community programs are equipped with Instruments of Trade. The organization in partnership with MMM
Achievements and Milestones
- 1. Vocational Training Success: HBF has successfully trained and empowered thousands of youths and women with various vocational skills, enabling them to secure gainful employment or start their own businesses.
- 2. Leadership Development: The foundation has implemented leadership development programs that have nurtured emerging leaders, equipping them with the skills to drive positive change in their communities.
- 3. Entrepreneurship Support: HBF's entrepreneurship development initiatives have resulted in the establishment of several successful small businesses, contributing to economic growth and job creation.
- 4. Scholarship Programs: Through scholarships, HBF has provided access to education for deserving students who otherwise might not have had the opportunity to pursue higher learning.
- 5. Reintegration Support: HBF's psychosocial and vocational support has helped reintegrate returnees, displaced persons, and vulnerable youths back into society, fostering a sense of belonging and empowerment.
- 6. Community Outreach: The organization's outreach programs have touched the lives of marginalized communities, addressed their specific needs and fostering a sense of hope and empowerment.
Our Programs and Services
Young C.E.O
The young C.E.O is a program in primary schools which is conducted in partnership with Glowing Splints Devp. Initiative NGO, with the vision to raise future leaders who will creatively influence...
Vocational Empowerment Training (V.E.T)
Students especially in Public schools are exposed to Skills training including Screen printing, Ankara Craft, Gele Tying, Shoe making, Bead making, Event Decoration, Cake making e.t.c as part of...
Micro Enterprises Fundamental Training (M.E.F)
This is a training for women and young people where they are exposed to Business Planning, Market Information, Record Keeping, Business Simulation, Financial Planning, Savings and Credit, Nutrition...
Adopt An Orphanage
“Adopt an orphanage” initiative is where the organization seeks to assist struggling Orphanages become self-sustainable. We adopted a threefold agenda with the acronym “FEE” (F- Feed, E- Education,...
Moments of Impact program
The moments of impact program is an annual event where trainees of PET program and other community programs are equipped with Instruments of Trade. The organization in partnership with MMM gave out...
GOPA/SEDIN
The Pro-poor Growth and Promotion of Employment in Nigeria programme- SEDIN, implemented by Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationalale Zusammenarbeit(GIZ) GmbH and funded by the German Federal...
Micro Enterprises Fundamental Training (M.E.F)
This is a training for women and young people where they are exposed to Business Planning, Market Information, Record Keeping, Business Simulation, Financial Planning, Savings and Credit, Nutrition and Income Generation, Household Nutrition as investment and organization of participants into cooperatives
About Us
Background and History of HBF
Hope Builders Skill Development & Acquisition Foundation (HBF) was founded on 16th March 2009 with a noble purpose to empower and uplift less privileged women and youths through vocational skills acquisition and other essential support.
Founding Principles and Values
Social Impact:
HBF was established on the belief that by focusing on skill development and empowerment, they can create a lasting impact on the lives of marginalized individuals and communities.
Community-Centered Approach:
The organization embraces a community-centered approach, actively involving beneficiaries in program planning and design to ensure relevance and effectiveness.
Sustainability:
HBF is committed to creating sustainable solutions, equipping individuals with the tools and resources needed to become self-sufficient and contribute to the betterment of their communities.