Joan Agha Foundation

Joan Agha Foundation Our Focus:

To discover, nurture and assist indigent brilliant students with educational scholarship.

Joan Agha Foundation is an NGO that addresses the needs of the indigent persons in our society through educational scholarship, women empowerment, ..... read more at http://joanaghafoundation.org/whoweare.html To provide financial assistance to indigent women and members of the society. To extend financial assistance to young graduates who have entrepreneurial skills but lack the finances to esta

blish small Businesses of their choice. To inform, sensitize, educate on best hygiene and terminal diseases. To sponsor medical research in institutions of learning and to upgrade medical care. To feed the poor on the street on 1st of January of every year through JAF Kitchen. To create a forum for members to be continually acquainted with development in poverty alleviation in the country and the global world. To create a conducive atmosphere for members' participation in gender/children development ideas in the country and the global world. To cooperate with other organizations with similar objectives in any part of the world.

*Call for Application* We are excited to announce JAF Eight Annual Lecture for Youths on Entrepreneurship and Business G...
18/06/2024

*Call for Application*

We are excited to announce JAF Eight Annual Lecture for Youths on Entrepreneurship and Business Grant Award. A grant opportunity for innovative start-ups with high potential for impact and growth. Our grant program aims to support early-stage entrepreneurs with funding, mentorship, and resources to help them succeed.

Our objective is to identify and support start-ups that demonstrate innovative solutions, scalability, and a strong potential for social or environmental impact.

*Eligibility Criteria*

- Business is duly registered with CAC
- Business is less than one year old
- Business must have a corporate account
- Business is within Nigeria
- Applicant is less than 35 years of age
- Application must be submitted on or before July 17, 2024

*Grant Details*

- Total grant amount: N1,000,000
- Number of grants awardees: 10 Start - Ups
- Additional support: Mentorship, networking opportunities, and access to resources

*Application Requirements*

- Completed online application form
- Proposal on PowerPoint (max 8 slides)
- CAC certificate

*Evaluation Criteria*

- Innovation and impact potential
- Scalability and growth potential
- Team strength and experience
- Market need and competition
- Clarity and feasibility of the business plan

*Timeline*

- Application deadline: July 17, 2024
- Evaluation and shortlisting: 2 weeks
- Interviews and due diligence: 1 week
- Grant award announcement: August 8, 2024

*How to Apply*

To apply for Business Grant Award, please send your Name, Active Phone Number, and Proposal to [email protected]

*We look forward to receiving your application!*

The 9th Annual Joan Agha Foundation Lecture for Women Entrepreneurs.The annual women conference took place on May 31st, ...
05/06/2024

The 9th Annual Joan Agha Foundation Lecture for Women Entrepreneurs.

The annual women conference took place on May 31st, 2024, at the prestigious Oriental Hotel, 3, Lekki Road, Victoria Island, Lagos.

The Joan Agha Foundation successfully held its 9th Annual Lecture for Women Entrepreneurs on May 31, 2024. The event brought together 61 participants, including women entrepreneurs, business leaders, and industry experts.

Our keynote speaker CHINWE EBELE delivered an inspiring address, emphasizing the importance of financial literacy and innovation in growing wealth and scaling businesses. The speaker shared valuable insights and practical tips, drawing from their extensive experience in entrepreneurship and business development.

A panel of esteemed experts engaged in a thought-provoking discussion, sharing their experiences and expertise on various aspects of entrepreneurship, including access to finance, marketing strategies, business registration, and leadership development. The panelists encouraged the attendees to embrace challenges, leverage opportunities, and support one another in their entrepreneurial journeys. Appreciation to our amazing and industry experts Dr Efe C Anaughe fihsd, NWOBI OBIAGELI, Ehi Nwanoneze, Shuaeeb, Stella Edem.

The event achieved its objective of empowering women entrepreneurs with knowledge, skills, and networking opportunities. The attendees left with renewed enthusiasm, inspiration, and practical tools to enhance their businesses and personal growth.

The 9th Annual Joan Agha Foundation Lecture for Women Entrepreneurs was a resounding success, thanks to the insightful presentations, engaging discussions, and supportive atmosphere. The foundation remains committed to promoting women's economic empowerment and entrepreneurship development.

Where would you be on *Friday, the 31st of May, 2024?* As for me & my fellow wonderful women, we'll be at the *Joan Agh...
18/05/2024

Where would you be on *Friday, the 31st of May, 2024?*

As for me & my fellow wonderful women, we'll be at the *Joan Agha Foundation _9th Annual Lecture for Women Entrepreneurs._*

*Theme:* Growing Her Wealth and Scaling Her Business Through Financial Literacy and Innovation.

*Where?* At the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island Lagos.

*Time?* 10am prompt

*Entry Fee?* Oh it's *FREE*, BUT *you need to register _before the 30th of May, 2024_ to secure your spot for the event.*

Seats are _highly limited_ and you can secure yours here -> https://bit.ly/3JWsgjr

Feel free to invite a woman who is passionate about Entrepreneurship to come around and be blown away!

23/08/2023

Views from Ms. Chichi Eriobu in Joan Agha Foundation's 8th Edition of Youth Annual Lecture and Grant Empowerment

23/08/2023

Views form some of the awardees of Joan Agha Foundation's 8th Edition of Youth Annual Lecture and Grant Empowerment.

Joan Agha Foundation's 8th Youth Annual Lecture & Empowerment Program, August 16, 2023, focused on "Strategy for Entrepr...
18/08/2023

Joan Agha Foundation's 8th Youth Annual Lecture & Empowerment Program, August 16, 2023, focused on "Strategy for Entrepreneurial Innovation and Sustainability." Held at 1B Omorinre Johnson Close, Lekki Phase 1. It drew 40 aspiring youths.

Highlights:
- Attended by 40 diverse participants passionate about entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainability.
- Mrs. Joan Agha, Foundation President, kicked off the event with a warm welcome, highlighting entrepreneurship as a mindset embracing challenges, failures, and dreams.
- Four accomplished speakers shared insights:
- Dr. Boniface Chizea highlighted the difference between businessmen and entrepreneurs, emphasising risk-taking and showing various steps to success.
- Dr. Adeyelu Olushola discussed drug abuse effects on health, self-esteem, and stress management.
- Ms. Chichi Eriobu shared her journey from a previous grant awardee of the foundation to thriving entrepreneur, stressing persistence and adaptability.
- Deborah Oyesanya focused on purpose-driven entrepreneurship and the importance of solving problems.
- Ten outstanding awardees were granted N100,000 each to support their entrepreneurial projects, chosen from 57 applicants.
- Event concluded with gratitude for success and appreciation for the continued support of ambassadors of hope.

In conclusion, we give God all the glory for a very successful event. We are also grateful to our ambassadors of hope for constantly and consistently providing support and we pray that God in his mercy continues to bless each and everyone of us.

We at the Joan Agha Foundation cordially invite you to our 8th Annual Lecture for Women Entrepreneurs coming up on the 3...
10/05/2023

We at the Joan Agha Foundation cordially invite you to our 8th Annual Lecture for Women Entrepreneurs coming up on the 31st of May, 2023, at the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos_.

Theme: Building the next generation enterpreneurs in innovation, talent development and excellence.

Don't miss the chance to be a part of an Enlightening, Educative and Informative Event.

Time: 10am

Guess what?! Admission is FREE ! but limited to only 120 people.

To register go here--> http://bit.ly/3NHq1Ur to secure your spot for the event

And yes, you can send this to your friends and loved ones, so they can secure their seats too.

Best wishes for a joyous Christmas filled with love, happiness and prosperity 🎄🌲🎉🎊🎅⛄
25/12/2022

Best wishes for a joyous Christmas filled with love, happiness and prosperity 🎄🌲🎉🎊🎅⛄

I wish this December, God surprises and blesses you with whatever your heart desires. May God never stop surprising you....
01/12/2022

I wish this December, God surprises and blesses you with whatever your heart desires. May God never stop surprising you. Happy New Month 🎉🎊🥳🎈🥂

"Find something you're passionate about and keep tremendously interested in it."- Julia Child
26/09/2022

"Find something you're passionate about and keep tremendously interested in it."

- Julia Child

20/09/2022

Miss Deborah Adediran, CEO expressing her profound gratitude to the for always supporting young entrepreneurs and giving them wings to fly with the seventh edition of JAF Annual Youth Empowerment and Business Grant Award, recently held at 1b, Omorinre Johnson Close, Lekki Phase1, Lagos.

Joan Agha Foundation hosted its seventh annual lecture for youth empowerment and business grant award on Monday 12th, Se...
20/09/2022

Joan Agha Foundation hosted its seventh annual lecture for youth empowerment and business grant award on Monday 12th, September, 2022 at No. 1b, Omorinre Johnson Close, Lekki Phase1, Lagos.

The aim of this lecture, is to bring together successful entrepreneurs from different sectors of the economy, to share their success stories and challenges and give insights based on experience to peculiar obstacles facing startup entrepreneurs and how to overcome them.

Grants were also given to selected entrepreneurs who were screened and vetted, to help them improve their businesses and enable them take steps forward in achieving their dreams.


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