The BFC Development Foundation

Sometimes, fun looks like a paintbrush. Sometimes, dignity looks like colour-stained hands and pride-filled eyes. At our 2025 Sip & Paint held at the Special Correctional Centre for Boys, Oregun, blank canvases turned into stories of courage, colour, and second chances. The boys discovered new ways to see themselves. We were all surprised by how much they enjoyed the activity. They were proud, saying painting made them feel like they had achieved something tangible. 🥹 As we celebrate 15 years of Bake for Change, this moment reminded us of our vision to rewrite stories, restore dignity, and paint brighter future. 💜 Join us as we continue to turn broken beginnings into beautiful new stories. #BFCAt15 #BakeForChange #Art #Care #Dignity #SipAndPaint #ArtForChange #Creativity #Painting #Artwork #ArtTherapy #YouthEmpowerment #ArtNigeria #NGOinNigeria #SocialImpact

Girls deserve more than silence. They deserve to be heard, supported, and given the tools to thrive. Today, we celebrate every girl who’s stepping into her power with courage, confidence, and community behind her. Happy International Day of the Girl Child. #DayOfTheGirl #InternationalDayoftheGirlChild #ForEveryGirl #TheBFCFoundation

Independence is more than a date; it’s a daily hope. It’s the hope that every child will be seen, supported, and given the tools to dream beyond walls and labels. This October 1st, we celebrate a nation rich in promise and the young voices rising to carry that promise forward. From all of us at the BFC Foundation, Happy Independence Day. #NigeriaAt65 #IndependenceDay #BakeForChange #EducateTheState

Every child is a promise to the future. This year’s Spelling & Reading Competition reminded us that children can rise beyond limits. The day was filled with inspiring moments, from gold-medal champions in both reading and spelling to a courageous 14-year-old competing against older opponents. Here's the full story of voices raised, minds shaped, and dreams affirmed. Read now. #SpellingBee #ReadingCompetition #ChildrensDay #Education #LiteracyForAll #Nigeria #InspiringStories

To our amazing sponsors, thank you for standing with us at the 2025 Bake for Change Spelling Bee & Reading Competition. Your support did more than fund a program. It gave children a reason to believe in their brilliance and a platform to be seen, heard, and celebrated. Together, we created memories, built confidence, and sparked hope. We’re grateful. They’re inspired. And the impact continues because of you. PRL Limited PRAXTION Futuresoft (Future Software Resources Ltd) Octerra Capital Narratives #BakeForChange #SpellingBee #ThankYou #EducateTheState #15YearsOfBFC #YouthEmpowerment #BFCJourney #SocialImpact #BFCFoundation

We were deeply honoured to have the Honourable Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Mr. Mobolaji A. Ogunlende (RAK), at our 2025 Spelling Bee & Reading Competition alongside key leaders from the Ministry. Their visit was a show of belief in the children we serve and a reminder that when government and grassroots stand together, real change happens. A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Toyin Jaiyeola (Director of Social Welfare) and Mrs. Agnes Olaore, Director of Correctional Services. For over 15 years, our collaboration with the Lagos State Ministry of Youth and Social Development has remained one of the strongest pillars of our work. The support from the ministry,  directors, and heads of these homes has been constant and deeply rooted in a shared belief in the children we serve. Even now, a decade and a half later, we remain grateful for a partnership that shows up consistently, compassionately, and without hesitation every time we call. #BakeForChange #EducateTheState #BFCImpact #SpellingBee #ChildrensDay #YouthEmpowerment #BFCFoundation #15YearsOfBFC #SocialImpact #BFCJourney

Our 2025 judging panel didn’t come with red pens—they came with empathy, insight, and open hearts. From encouraging smiles to heartfelt applause, they helped each child feel seen, capable, and proud. We are deeply grateful to our incredible judges: Enimien Etomi Inegbedion, Ayodele Olajiga, Lara Rabiu, Adeoye Omotayo, and Molade Tikolo (Alex-Duduyemi)—thank you for making the day so meaningful. And a special thank you to our guest speaker, Bilikiss Adebiyi-Abiola, who shared her personal journey from her newly released book, “Crazy Lady: Why I Gave Up Corporate America to Recycle Waste in Lagos.” She spoke candidly to the children about what it means to lead with purpose. Swipe to meet the remarkable individuals who made this year’s competition unforgettable. 💛 #BakeForChange #EducateTheState #SpellingBee #ReadingCompetition #BFCImpact #YouthEmpowerment #15YearsOfBFC #BFCFoundation #MeetTheJudges

In line with our tradition and as part of our 15th Anniversary, we celebrated Children’s Day with our annual Spelling Bee and Reading Competition under our Education Pillar. Held at the Correctional Centre for Boys, Birrel, on May 31st, 2025, we recorded 5 homes participating with 34 spellers and 17 readers on one big stage. They brought excitement, joy, and the quiet confidence of knowing their voice matters. By the end of the day, Birrel Boys took the top spot with 72 points, but every child left with something far greater: pride, joy, and the confidence that their voice matters. Among the standout moments were a few brilliant participants who represented their homes in both the reading and spelling categories and won gold in each. One remarkable contestant from the 14–16 age group even stepped up to compete in the 17+ category, spelling through the entire word list and making it all the way to the finals. It was a day full of boldness, brilliance, and belief. When children are given the opportunity to learn and shine, they do. Swipe through for some of the most memorable moments from the day. #EducateTheState #BakeForChange #BFCFoundation #ChildrensDay2025 #SpellingBee #ReadingCompetition #YouthEmpowerment #BooksForAll #15YearsOfBFC

To make our 15th anniversary more memorable, we’re spending the year doing what we love most: empowering children, investing in their growth, and showing up with purpose. Through a full calendar year of fun, learning, and life-shaping programs, we’re honouring the stories that brought us here and creating new ones with the children at the heart of our work. Here’s what’s coming: Brilliant Minds Pillar From STEM with STEM METS to chess with Tunde Onakoya, creative Sip & Paint sessions, and reflective vision boarding, we’re building confidence, creativity, and future-ready skills through amazing partnerships. Education Pillar We’re reigniting the love of learning through teacher support at the homes, secondary school and university scholarships, spelling bees, mentorship sessions, and a library project in one of the homes. Show Love Pillar And because care is at the core of what we do, our Christmas Drive, shoe donations, food and clothing outreach programs, and health support for girls are all part of the plan. This celebration isn’t a moment. It’s a movement, and we’d love you to be part of it, every step of the way. Volunteer with us, donate, and share our story. Every action counts and together, we can make the next 15 years even more impactful. #BakeForChange #BFC #15YearsOfBFC #BrilliantMinds #ShowLove #EducationMatters #SocialImpact #JoinUs

To make our 15th anniversary more memorable, we’re spending the year doing what we love most: empowering children, investing in their growth, and showing up with purpose. Through a full calendar year of fun, learning, and life-shaping programs, we’re honouring the stories that brought us here and creating new ones with the children at the heart of our work. Here’s what’s coming: Brilliant Minds Pillar From STEM with STEM METS to chess with Tunde Onakoya, creative Sip & Paint sessions, and reflective vision boarding, we’re building confidence, creativity, and future-ready skills through amazing partnerships. Education Pillar We’re reigniting the love of learning through teacher support at the homes, secondary school and university scholarships, spelling bees, mentorship sessions, and a library project in one of the homes. Show Love Pillar And because care is at the core of what we do, our Christmas Drive, shoe donations, food and clothing outreach programs, and health support for girls are all part of the plan. This celebration isn’t a moment. It’s a movement, and we’d love you to be part of it, every step of the way. Volunteer with us, donate, and share our story. Every action counts and together, we can make the next 15 years even more impactful. #BakeForChange #BFC #15YearsOfBFC #BrilliantMinds #ShowLove #EducationMatters #SocialImpact #JoinUs