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SARAH AYOKA ODUWAIYE FOUNDATION

  • SARAH AYOKA ODUWAIYE FOUNDATION is

    FIGHTING CANCER

    The Sarah Ayoka Oduwaiye Foundation (SAOF), a cancer charity, was established in Nigeria in 2008, with operations in the United Kingdom and the United States of America. The foundation was established by Doctor Olayinka Oduwaiye in honour of his late mother, who tragically lost her battle...

  • WE CANNOT DO THIS ALONE

    JOIN US

    .

  • STAY STRONG, KEEP FIGHTING, AND

    never lose hope

    .

  • RAISING AWARENESS AND EDUCATING PEOPLE

    EARLY DETECTION IS THE KEY

  • WE ARE ALSO COMMITTED TO SENSITIZING PEOPLE ABOUT MENSTRUAL HYGIENE,

    ADOLESCENT HEALTH, AND SEX EDUCATION.

    who are we

    The Sarah Ayoka Oduwaiye Foundation (SAOF), a cancer charity, was established in Nigeria in 2008, with operations in the United Kingdom and the United States of America.  The foundation was established by Doctor Olayinka Oduwaiye in honour of his late mother, who tragically lost her battle with cancer. This personal loss inspired the creation of SAOF, with the mission of raising awareness about cancer and the importance of early detection.

    • WHAT WE DO

      WE ARE HERE

      We’ve travelled across Nigeria, providing free medical care regardless of race, colour, ethnicity, or religion. Our commitment to this cause comes before anything else, and we have tangible results in the lives we’ve saved

    • WHAT WE DO

      WE PROVIDE EDUCATION

      SAOF is actively engaged in advocating cancer prevention and education. We deliver this information in people’s native languages and at an easily understandable level for a powerful and lasting impact

    • WHAT WE DO

      WE LIFT HEALTHCARE

       

      SAOF focuses on early detection of breast cancer through targeted initiatives. Our advocacy spans diverse communities. We champion awareness to ensure timely identification and intervention.

    • WHAT WE DO

      WE ARE CHARITABLE

      In addition to raising cancer awareness and providing treatment, we have various programs dedicated to enhancing healthcare development in Nigeria. We consistently carry out free medical outreach in rural areas and offer primary healthcare interventions

    • WHAT WE DO

      WE BELIEVE IN YOUTH

       

      We support youths by raising teenage cancer awareness, menstrual hygiene, and sex education. We provide mentorship and scholarships to excellent students and vulnerable students who can’t pay school fees, particularly in Nigeria

    • WHAT WE DO

      WE RELY ON PEOPLE

      Helping others is humanity. We can’t make it without help from people. We are thankful to them for volunteering and giving donations. We can only provide help from them. Through their unwavering dedication and hard work, our volunteers help us extend our reach to under-served communities, 

    Mission

    To raise cancer awareness in Africa, especially in rural areas, SAOF focuses on breast cancer education, early detection, and support. 

    Vision

    To provide counseling, orientation, screening and support to cancer

    Core Values

    We are the world’s foremost authority on cancer prevention with adequate awareness of rural communities’ inclusion. 

    We need you and your help

    It’s impossible to help people without people helping others. We always need volunteer who love to help

    UPCOMING EVENTS

    SAOF CONFERENCE 2025

    Join us for SAOF's conference on combating drug and substance abuse on March 15, 2025, at GTA Hotel, Allen Avenue, Lagos.

    EYES HEALTH AWARENESS/OUTREACH

    Join us in Alimosho as SAOF joins forces with Afrovanguard for Eye Health and Diabetes awareness on March 16, 2025.

    BREAST & PROSTATE AWARENESS

    Save the date for May 2025 as SAOF hosts a Breast and Prostate Awareness event with the Federal Road Safety Commission.

    SAOF US MENTORSHIP & SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

    The SAOF Mentorship and Scholarship Program was introduced by SAOF US in July 2023. The program aims to support young professionals by providing platforms for them to connect. Special attention is given to high school students, particularly those in senior classes (SS1-SS3). This initiative is a crucial component of their broader scholarship and mentorship program.

    SOME past EVENTS

    AWARD GALA NIGHT UK

    SAOF UK honored outstanding individuals for their impact at the SAOF Awards and Fundraising Night

    FUNDRAISING AWARDS & MORE

    SAOF UK honored outstanding individuals for their impact at the SAOF Awards and Fundraising Night

    INT'L DAY OF THE GIRL CHILD

    SAOF marked the International Day of the Girl Child 2024 by donating sanitary pads to 530 students at Awowo Comprehensive High School, Ogun State

    Help Us in the Fight

    Support our fundraising efforts to obtain the SAOF mobile health clinic for our Rural Health Outreach in remote areas of Nigeria. Your contribution will help us reach and save lives in undeserved communities where information on breast cancer and other prevalent diseases is scarce

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