ABOUT GDCW FOUNDATION
Building a Better World Through Compassion
Glorious Divine Care Widows Foundation (GDCWF) is a non-governmental, non-profit organisation based in Abia State, dedicated to improving the living standards and livelihoods of rural women and children in the Akwete, Ndoki, and Uzoakoli Amamba LG surrounding communities. Operating for the past six years, GDCW Foundation has implemented numerous empowerment, health, and education programs targeting vulnerable groups, particularly widows, orphans, and at-risk children. Through its projects, the Foundation has consistently promoted community resilience, gender inclusion, and poverty reduction, making a lasting impact on the lives of those it serves.
OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE
Enhanced service delivery and long-term impact
The Foundation is led by experienced professionals and dedicated volunteers with strong expertise in project management, community engagement, and donor accountability. It's track record includes skill-building programs, healthcare outreaches, and scholarship initiatives that have positively impacted hundreds across Abia State.
Widows Empowerment
Medical Outreaches
OUR PROGRAMS
Some Programs At GDCW Foundation
Free Rural Medical/training Outreaches
Free Rural Medical/training Outreaches
Improve access to basic healthcare for rural populations. Quarterly mobile clinics will provide free screenings for major diseases, treatment, referrals, and health education, while training 10 community health volunteers per LGA. These efforts aim to deliver medical assistance and health awareness to 10,000 individuals.
Scholarship and “Adopt-a-Child” Initiative
Scholarship and “Adopt-a-Child” Initiative
Provide educational support to orphans and vulnerable children. Atleast, 500 children will receive educational sponsorship covering school fees, uniforms, and materials, along with mentorship and basic health support. Sponsors will get regular progress updates, ensuring transparency.
Skills Acquisition and Empowerment for Widows
Skills Acquisition and Empowerment for Widows
Empower widows with practical income-generating skills and sustainable business training. One thousand widows will be trained each year—100 per cycle—in soap-making, branding, and marketing, supported by financial literacy workshops and, where funds allow, starter kits and small business assistance.
