Preserving the life & times of an Icon!

Gabriel Olabode Ayo Foundation (GOAF) – The continuity of a worthy legacy founded on the life and times of Gabriel Olabode Ayo (May 11, 1961 – June 8, 2020)

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The Gabriel Olabode Ayo Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of needy, abandoned and children with special needs. Every child, we believe, deserves a chance to reach their full potential regardless of their circumstances.

The foundation was established by the family and friends of the Late Gabriel Olabode Ayo to immortalize his philanthropic lifestyle and keep his legacy of kindness alive.

We are keen on continuing our work to improve the lives of needy children. We believe that every child deserves a chance to thrive, and we are working to make that a reality.

We are grateful for the support of our donors and volunteers. Your support allows us to continue working to improve the lives of needy children. Thank you for making a difference, please be assured of the foundation’s transparent accountability of donor funds.

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Formal Launch of GOAF

The formal launch ceremony of the Gabriel Olabode Ayo Foundation was done on the 11th of May 2022 at the Civic Centre located on Ozuumba Mbadiwe Road, Victoria Island, Lagos. 

The event coincided with the 2nd posthumous birthday of the late benefactor, Late Gabriel Olabode Ayo, and was attended by a substantial number of relatives and acquaintances. 

He would have been 61 years on the day The Foundation was launched in his memory. Read more.

Recent Events 

2023 Post-humous birthday of Gabriel Olabode Ayo

The second edition of the post-humous birthday of the Late Gabriel Olabode Ayo was held on the 11th of May 2023 inside the school hall of Baptist Academy, Lagos.

The event was sponsored by the Gabriel Olabode Ayo Foundation (GOAF).

The family and friends of the deceased founded the foundation to immortalize the unique philanthropic lifestyle of the Late Bode Ayo, particularly toward the less privileged and children with special needs.

The event was covered by Guardian Newspaper, one of the foremost media organizations in the country. Click here to read Guardian Newspaper’s report of the event. 

View pictures taken at the event

Visit to Modupe Cole Memorial Child Care & Treatment Home School

Members of the Gabriel Olabode Ayo Foundation visited Modupe Cole Memorial Child Care & Treatment Home School on Sunday, June 18, 2023. Large canopies and dozens of chairs were donated by GOAF to the school during the visit.

Modupe Cole Memorial Child Care & Treatment Home School, located in Lagos, is a school that caters to pupils with special needs e.g. Down syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy, etc.

View pictures taken during the visit