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We Help Those Who Cannot Help Themselves

Healthcare

Providing essential medical services, health education, and life-saving care to vulnerable communities.
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Education

Empowering children and adults with quality learning, literacy, and skill-building opportunities.
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Empowerment

Supplying critical resources, tools, and vocational training to build sustainable livelihoods.
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Advocacy

Defending fundamental rights, amplifying unheard voices, and driving long-term policy change.
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Your help changes lives, every contribution brings clean water, education, and dignity to underserved communities. Every contribution brings water, education, and hope to rural communities.

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Your help changes lives, every contribution brings clean water, education, and dignity to underserved communities. Every contribution brings water, education, and hope to rural communities.

Donate Now

Every Little Help Makes a Big Difference

Together, we can turn small contributions into lasting impact and bring hope to the people who need it most.

Monetary Fundraising

Humanitarian Aid

Medication Support

Food Fundraising

Clothing Drives

Childen's Goods

Testimonials

What Our Beneficiaries Are Saying

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"Dako Foundation has become a brand name through its robust track record of improving living conditions in rural communities. The joy of our people knows no bounds."

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Mr. Tony Oshiomegie

Chairman, Elele Progressive Union, Lagos Branch

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"We appreciate all you did to weather through the very bad road, especially during the rainy season. Thank you copiously for your selfless and inestimable humanitarian service."

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Alhaji Mufutairu I. Oare

Village Head of Idegun & Clan-Head-Designate, Anwain

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"You took good care of our people who were sick with free medical care and medications. Your name has been written in gold in our hearts as we know good health is wealth."

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HRH Oba Sule Idaiye

Imah IV of Somorika (Clan Head, East Akoko)

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"Your invaluable contributions enabled us to treat over 300 adults and 165 children during our medical outreach. We could not have succeeded without your intervention."

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John Inaede

President, Ukhua United Social Club of Nigeria

Our Impact — Dako Foundation for Rural Healthcare and Education
Our Impact
Serving rural Nigeria since 2008

We help those who cannot help themselves.

Founded in 2008 by Dr. Mamudu Dako, we work through advocacy, empowerment and direct intervention in health and education to reach Nigeria's under-served rural communities.

9,988
Patients Treated
Through free clinical outreaches in rural communities
3,995
Children Dewormed
Preventive care for children in under-served areas
99,878
Water Filters Donated
Safe, clean water for rural households

Healthcare Program

Our focus is to improve the health of disadvantaged people in rural communities, as a means for them to escape poverty and improve their quality of life.

Priority Health Areas
7 Focus Areas
Reading Glasses Given
499 Pairs
Wheelchairs Donated
20 Wheelchairs

Education Program

We believe everyone is entitled to quality education, regardless of gender or economic status. We provide access to education and start training options that empower our under-served rural dwellers.

Access to Education
For Everyone
Training Options
Rural Dwellers

Empowerment Program

We work to reduce all varieties of poverty and deprivation among our target rural dwellers, partnering with donor agencies and other interested parties to improve livelihoods.

Who We Focus On
Vulnerable Households
How We Work
With Our Partners

Advocacy Program

We are committed to reaching under-served communities in all our program areas, promoting improved healthcare, education and empowerment through continuous engagements and workshops.

Engagements
Continuous Workshops
Key Stakeholders
State to International
Join Us 3 Ways to Help

Easily become part of our success stories. Volunteer your gifts on our outreaches, partner with us to fund them, or make a donation. No amount is too small.

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Dako Foundation outreach
Free Medical Outreach · Somorika, Edo State

"Your name has been written in gold in our hearts and we shall forever be grateful to you for your care and show of love."

His Royal Highness, Oba Sule Idaiye, Imah IV of Somorika

Contact Us

Dako Foundation for Rural Healthcare and Education. Reach out to volunteer, partner with us or ask about our outreaches.

Office 185 Muyibi Street, Olodi Apapa, Lagos, Nigeria
Phone +234 (0) 8033280454
+234 (0) 8033074420
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Email info@dakofoundation.org.ng
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Restoring Hope, One Community at a Time

We believe transformation starts with basic human dignity. By removing barriers to clean water, health, and mobility, we empower children and families in rural communities to build sustainable futures.
  • Sustainable Clean Water Solutions
  • Life-Changing Mobility & Vision Aid
  • Transparent & Accountable Operations
Our Impact
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Providing custom prescription eyewear and mass deworming drives for rural Esan communities. Providing custom prescription eyewear and mass deworming drives for rural Esan communities.

Our Impact

Choose how your gift helps

A few dollars can keep a child in school, restore someone’s sight, or give a family safe water.
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