National Nonprofit Day: Celebrating Nigerian-Led Impact Across the UK

Today, August 17 – National Nonprofit Day, we honour inspiring Nigerian-led charities, churches, and community initiatives that uplift, support, and empower Nigerians in the UK.

✨ Nigerian-Led Charities Making a Difference

• Dash Me Foundation (UK)
  Founded by former Nigerian Finance Minister Kemi Adeosun, this charity mobilises resources for grassroots projects across West Africa.
  👉 dashme.org.uk
• Clean Herts Community CIC
  Established by boxing champion Anthony Joshua, this community-interest company offers free programmes and creative workshops in Watford and surrounding areas.
  👉 cleanhertsco.com
• Nigeria Nurses Charitable Association UK (NNCAUK)
  Supports Nigerian nurses with welfare and professional growth.
  👉 nncauk.org
• AFRUCA (Africans Unite Against Child Abuse)
  Champions child protection and family advocacy across African communities in the UK.
  👉 afruca.org
• JOM Charity (Scotland)
  Tackles loneliness with cultural and artistic projects that enrich community well-being.
  👉 jomcharity.com
• OCI Foundation UK
  Supports education, health, and community development initiatives.
  👉 ocifoundation.org
• NANC UK
  The umbrella body uniting Nigerian diaspora groups across the nation.
  👉 nancuk.org
• Nigerian Community Leeds (NCL)
  Delivers welfare programs, education, and cultural pride in Yorkshire.
  👉 Charity listing
• Nigerian Community in Edinburgh (NCIE UK)
  Focuses on youth empowerment and inclusion through active community programmes.
  👉 ncie-uk.com
• Nigerian Collective Community UK
  Drives youth empowerment and cultural advocacy across the UK.
  👉 nigeriacollectivecommunityuk.org

🙏 Nigerian Pentecostal Churches Rooted in Service

• RCCG UK (Redeemed Christian Church of God)
  A vibrant spiritual and social support network with parishes nationwide.
  👉 rccguk.church
• Winners’ Chapel UK
  Known for powerful worship events and community-based outreach.
  👉 winners-chapel.org.uk
• MFM UK (Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries)
  Prayer-focused church with strong Nigerian ties and community outreach.
  👉 mountainoffire.org.uk
• Christ Embassy UK
  Youth-centred, globally connected church actively engaging communities.
  👉 christembassy.org.uk
• Deeper Life Bible Church UK
  Serves communities with a focus on spiritual growth and service.
  👉 deeperlife.london
• KICC (Kingsway International Christian Centre)
  A large, diverse congregation founded by Nigerian leadership.
  👉 kicc.org.uk
• House on the Rock London
  Led by Pastor Paul Adefarasin, offering dynamic spiritual and community engagement.
  👉 houseontherock.org.uk
• Harvesters International Christian Centre UK
  Fast-growing church known for its strong family and youth involvement.
  👉 harvestersinternational.org.uk

🌍 Spotlight: Nigerian Stars Uplifting the UK

• DJ Cuppy (Florence Otedola)
  Ambassador for Save the Children UK, advocating for girls’ education and sponsoring youth programmes.
  👉 savethechildren.org.uk
• Anthony Joshua OBE
  Founder of Clean Herts Community CIC, serving Watford and Hertfordshire with youth and community projects.
  👉 cleanhertsco.com

💬 How You Can Help

• Support – Volunteer or donate to causes and churches making a difference in your locality.
• Share – Spread awareness of their work within your network and community.
• Connect – Reach out to them for support, engagement, or participation in events.

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