Question 1

How do I make recurring donations?

Accepted Answer

To make a recurring donation, simply:
          Go to the "Donate" tab on our website.
          Select the "Recurring Donation" option.
          Choose your preferred payment option: Paystack or Paypal.

Question 2

I know a widow who might need this support. How can she join?

Accepted Answer

We’re glad you want to help! If you know a widow who could benefit from our programs, please direct her to the “Get support ” section on our website. She can fill out a simple form to get started, or you can help out by clicking the Nominate button on the Get Support Tab.
Alternatively, you can contact us directly at grittywidowsfoundation@gmail.com or +234 813 451 3259, or through social media, and our team will reach out to guide her through the next steps. We're always here to connect widows with the support they need to rebuild and thrive.

Question 3

Is it possible to donate clothes, food stuff and other non-monetary items?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! We welcome non-monetary donations such as clothes, foodstuff, hygiene products, and educational materials. These items go a long way in supporting the widows and children we serve.
To make a non-monetary donation, please reach out to us through our Contact page or send an email to grittywidowsfoundation@gmail.com. We’ll guide you on drop-off locations, pickup arrangements (where available), and current urgent needs.
Your kindness can change a life.

Question 4

Do you pursue other campaign efforts besides for widows?

Accepted Answer

Yes, while widows remain our central focus, Gritty Widows Foundation also supports their families, especially the children and dependents they care for. Our initiatives are designed to restore dignity, stability, and long-term hope to the entire household.
Some of our extended campaigns include:
          🎒 Back to School Drive: supporting the education of children from widowed households by providing school supplies, fees, and mentorship.
          🏥 Health Access Drive: ensuring widows and their families receive critical healthcare, screenings, and affordable HMO coverage.
          🍲 Family Relief Support: offering food aid and essentials to ease the burden on widowed mothers caring for their children alone.
        We provide holistic care because when widows thrive, so do their families.

Question 5

What does Gritty Widows Foundation do?

Accepted Answer

Gritty Widows Foundation is a Nigerian non-profit (NGO) that empowers and supports widows and fatherless children to rebuild their lives with dignity. Our programmes span skills training, education support, food and health access, and economic empowerment. We serve widowed families from low-income communities across Nigeria.

Question 6

How can a widow in Nigeria get help and support?

Accepted Answer

If you are a widow in Nigeria who needs help to get back on your feet, visit the “Get Support” page on our website and fill out the short form. You can also nominate a widow you know using the Nominate button. Our team reviews every request and reaches out to guide her through our support programmes.

Question 7

How can I volunteer to support widows and fatherless children in Nigeria?

Accepted Answer

We welcome volunteers who want to make a difference. Visit the “Volunteer” page to share your time, skills, or professional expertise. Volunteers help with mentorship, events, outreach, and programme delivery for widows and fatherless children across Nigeria.

Question 8

Is Gritty Widows Foundation a registered NGO in Nigeria?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Gritty Widows Foundation is a registered Nigerian non-profit organisation. You can view our registration and compliance details, including our CAC and SCUML certificates, on the Compliance page of our website.

Question 9

How are donations to Gritty Widows Foundation used?

Accepted Answer

Your donations directly fund programmes that empower widows and fatherless children: skills and vocational training, education support, food and health access, and small-business grants. Every gift helps a widowed family move from crisis toward long-term stability. You can give a one-time or recurring donation securely via Paystack or PayPal on our Donate page.

Question 10

What happens after I request support?

Accepted Answer

First, you tell us your story by filling out a short form about your situation. Our team then reviews every request personally and reaches out to you directly. From there, we connect you to the right programme for your needs, whether that's economic empowerment, education support, or healthcare access.

Question 11

What happens after I sign up to volunteer?

Accepted Answer

Once you fill out the volunteer form (or email us directly), our team reviews it and reaches out to you personally. From there, you can join outreach events, mentorship, or programme delivery, wherever your skills and availability fit best.

Question 12

What specific programmes does Gritty Widows Foundation run?

Accepted Answer

We run three core programmes. Economic Empowerment (#AnnualEmpowerAWidow) trains low-income widows in practical skills, provides startup money, and offers mentorship to help them start businesses that support their families. Education (#AnnualBackToSchool) pays school fees and provides supplies for children from widowed families. Healthcare (#AnnualHealthAccessDrive) partners with hospitals to give low-income widows and their children access to affordable healthcare when they need it most.

Question 13

Can companies, churches, or other organisations partner with Gritty Widows Foundation?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If you represent a company, church, or organisation interested in partnering with us, whether through funding, in-kind donations, or joint outreach, reach out to us at grittywidowsfoundation@gmail.com or +234 813 451 3259 and our team will follow up with you.