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About Omole Foundation for Hope

Bringing hope, dignity, and opportunity to underserved communities across West Africa.

A Simple Visit That Opened Our Eyes

Omole Foundation for Hope began with a simple visit that opened our eyes to a much greater need. In 2023, we traveled to a village in West Africa and witnessed firsthand the challenges faced by families living in underserved communities.

Many people lacked access to basic necessities that most of us often take for granted — clean and safe drinking water, adequate healthcare facilities, and safe, conducive places for children to learn and grow. What we saw stayed with us long after we returned to the United States.

Clean water installation in West African village

“What can we do to help?”

We started talking with friends, families, and others who shared our desire to make a difference in communities around the world. Those conversations became the beginning of a mission. What started as a concern grew into a commitment to bring hope and practical support to people who need it most.

Two Projects, Two Countries

Since those foundational discussions, Omole Foundation for Hope has launched two community projects in two countries in West Africa, taking meaningful steps toward improving access to essential resources and creating better opportunities for underserved communities.

Official Milestone IRS 501(c)(3)

IRS 501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt Charitable Status

On April 3, 2026, Omole Foundation for Hope, a Maryland nonprofit corporation headquartered in Howard County, received official approval from the IRS as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

Federal Tax ID (EIN): 39-2941983 • State of Incorporation: Maryland • Headquarters: Howard County, MD

This milestone represents an important new chapter in our journey and strengthens our ability to serve communities in need. Contributions to Omole Foundation for Hope are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

Academic Partnership • Gratitude

Special Thanks to Towson University

Omole Foundation team holding Towson University banner during field mission

Omole Foundation team & local partners proudly displaying the Towson University pennant during field humanitarian operations in West Africa.

We express our deepest appreciation to Towson University in Maryland for their solidarity, encouragement, and shared belief in empowering the next generation. Towson University's tradition of leadership and civic contribution travels with us from Maryland into the rural classrooms, health clinics, and communities we serve across West Africa.

Our Continuing Journey

The journey that began with a visit to one village has become a growing mission of compassion, service, and hope. And this is only the beginning. We welcome funding and charitable support from individuals, families, businesses, foundations, and organizations that share our commitment.

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