As a people-centered humanitarian organization, Lagos Food Bank Initiative (LFBI) believes in the collective power of individuals, institutions, and communities to make a lasting difference. Whether you’re a student, business owner, artist, civil servant, or simply a passionate citizen, you can be a vital part of our movement to end hunger and reduce malnutrition in Lagos.
Getting involved goes beyond just financial contributions—it includes your time, your voice, your networks, your skills, and your commitment. Below are impactful ways you can support LFBI’s mission and create real change.
VOLUNTEERING Volunteers are the heart of Lagos Food Bank Initiative. By giving your time and energy, you play a direct role in ensuring food and non-food relief items reach those who need them most.
WAYS TO VOLUNTEER:
- Participate in our monthly Nutrition Outreach Programs and warehouse packaging sessions.
- Assist in distributing food and medical relief to underserved communities.
- Support administrative and logistics work at the food bank facility.
- Join our team in educating communities on nutrition, hygiene, and health-related issues.
BENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING:
- Opportunity to work with a team of compassionate individuals committed to social impact.
- Exposure to grassroots humanitarian work.
- Platform for team bonding and employee engagement for corporate groups.
- A chance to develop leadership skills and make community impact.
FUNDRAISING Whether as an individual, group, or corporate body, fundraising can make a significant impact. You can organize and participate in fundraising campaigns that directly support our programs.
WAYS TO FUNDRAISE:
- Host a fundraising event in your school, religious group, workplace, or neighborhood.
- Set up a donation challenge and rally support from your social network.
- Launch a birthday or celebration fundraiser and donate proceeds to LFBI.
- Partner with us for sponsored outreach projects or support operational costs.
Fundraising ensures that the Lagos Food Bank has the financial support to carry out feeding programs, emergency food relief, and long-term development plans such as food scholarships and school support.
FOOD DONATION DRIVES
One of the most direct ways to support the Lagos Food Bank is by donating food and non-food items. The food and supplies we receive go directly to indigent families, schools in underserved communities, and slum-dwelling populations.
TYPES OF ITEMS YOU CAN DONATE:
| S/NO. | FOOD ITEMS | MEDICAL | OTHER RELIEF ITEMS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Food Seasoning – Salt, Curry, Thyme, Knorr Chicken | Mosquito Nets | Gently used clothes |
| 2 | Cartons of Chicken/Meat | Eye Glasses | Rubber Sandals |
| 3 | Cartons of Fish | Anti-Malaria drugs | Bathroom Slippers |
| 4 | Bags of Garri | Multivitamins | School Bags |
| 5 | Bags of Rice | Pain Killers | School Notebooks |
| 6 | Bags of Beans | Multivitamin Syrup Archy | Toilet Rolls |
| 7 | Cartons of Noodles | Cough Lozenges | Sanitary Pads |
| 8 | Spaghetti, Macaroni | Amoxicillin Clavulanate | – |
| 9 | Cartons of Milk/Beverage | Archy Folic Acid | – |
| 10 | Cartons of Milo/Beverage | Vitamin C Syrup | – |
| 11 | Cartons of Cereals – Cornflakes, Golden Morn | Gentamicin Eye & Ear Drop | – |
| 12 | Cartons of Cerelac | Ciprofloxacin | – |
| 13 | Cartons of Baby Formula | ACT Adult & Children | – |
| 14 | Gallons of Groundnut Oil | Cough Syrup | – |
| 15 | Cartons of Tomato Paste | Paracetamol Syrup M&B | – |
| 16 | Cartons of Table Water | Mist Mag Trisilicate | – |
| 17 | Cartons of Soft Drink | – | – |
| 18 | Semovita | – | – |
| 19 | Wheat | – | – |
| 20 | Cartons of Tea – Lipton, Top Tea | – | – |
| 21 | Crates of Eggs | – | – |
| 22 | Margarine | – | – |
For further information on how you can donate to the food bank, please call: 02012918754
ADVOCACY You can also support the Lagos Food Bank by using your voice. Advocacy helps create awareness, drive public interest, and influence government and corporate policies toward social impact.
WAYS TO ADVOCATE:
- Share our mission and campaigns on your social media platforms.
- Speak about hunger issues in your community, school, or workplace.
- Partner with us as a content creator, public speaker, or social media influencer.
- Include LFBI in your film, music, or artistic projects.
- Invite us to speak at conferences, workshops, and events.
By becoming an advocate, you help us shine a light on hunger, food insecurity, and malnutrition—issues that often go unnoticed but affect millions daily.
Whether you choose to volunteer, fundraise, donate, or advocate, your support helps us bring hope to vulnerable communities. Together, we can build a hunger-free Lagos.
For inquiries on any of the ways to get involved, please contact Lagos Food Bank Initiative at 02012918754.
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