By Idahosa Agbonifo | Founder/Ceo
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The EbonyIda Foundation successfully implemented its 2026 School Supplies Program on September 22nd, 2026, in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria.
The intervention provided essential learning materials to 150 less-privileged pupils across three public primary schools, with the goal of reducing barriers to school enrollment, improving pupil confidence and participation, and promoting equitable access to quality basic education.
This program was executed in collaboration with the Edo State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) and aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goal 4 - Quality Education.
. PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
1. To provide essential school supplies to indigent pupils in public primary schools.
2. To improve school attendance, retention and classroom participation.
3. To promote equality and restore dignity among less-privileged children.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW & METHODOLOGY
In partnership with SUBEB, the Foundation adopted a needs-based beneficiary selection process in collaboration with school head teachers to ensure transparency and impact.
Beneficiary Schools:
- Itohan Primary School, Dawson Road, Benin City
- Olua Primary School, Uselu, Benin City
- Ogbe Primary School, Ogbe Quarters, Benin City
BENEFICIARIES & IMPACT
A total of 150 pupils (50 per school) were directly impacted.
Each beneficiary received a full school kit comprising:
- School Uniforms
- Notebooks
- School Shoes
Immediate Impact Observed:
- Increased self-esteem and sense of belonging among beneficiaries
- Improved readiness to learn
- Reduced financial burden on vulnerable parents/guardians
- Strengthened community trust in the Foundation’s mission
PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION
The distribution exercise was conducted on September 22nd, 2026, across the three schools. The EbonyIda Foundation team, alongside SUBEB representatives and school authorities, ensured orderly verification and handover of items to beneficiaries.
CONCLUSION
The 2026 School Supplies Program was a resounding success. By equipping 150 pupils with essential learning materials, the Foundation has removed a critical barrier to education for vulnerable children in Edo State.
We remain committed to expanding our educational support initiatives.
RECOMMENDATIONS & WAY FORWARD
To scale impact and ensure sustainability, we recommend:
1. Program Scale-Up: Expand to 10 public primary schools and 500 pupils in the 2027 edition.
2. Inclusion of Additional Supplies: Include school bags, socks, and writing materials in future kits.
3. Sponsorship Model: Establish an “Adopt-a-Pupil” donor framework to allow partners to sponsor individual children annually.
4. Monitoring & Evaluation: Conduct termly follow-up visits to track attendance, retention, and academic performance of beneficiaries.
5. Strategic Partnerships: Seek co-funding partnerships with corporate organizations, NGOs, and international donors to multiply reach.
We sincerely appreciate our partners, volunteers, SUBEB, and school authorities for making this impact possible. We welcome donors and fundraising partners to join us in transforming more lives through education.
Prepared by:
The Program Team
EbonyIda Foundation
Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria
By Idahosa Agbonifo | Founder/Ceo
By Idahosa Agbonifo | Founder/Ceo
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