Our Heritage
The Dr. Jumoke Aromasodu Education Foundation Ltd/GTE was established by Mrs. 'Yemisi Ayeni in loving memory of her mother, Dr. (Mrs.) Olujumoke (“Jumoke”) Aromasodu, who passed away on 10 February 1991 at the age of 54.
Dr. Aromasodu was not only a dedicated medical professional but also a woman of deep compassion. Despite working as a civil servant with limited resources, she consistently paid school fees for children from underprivileged homes, quietly transforming lives through her generosity.
Years after her passing, Mrs. Ayeni sought a meaningful way to preserve her mother’s legacy not just in memory, but through lasting impact.
The Inspiration
The Foundation was established by Mrs. 'Yemisi Ayeni in memory of her beloved mother, Dr. (Mrs.) Olujumoke Aromasodu, who passed away on 10 February 1991. In seeking a meaningful way to honour her mother’s legacy, Mrs. Ayeni initially considered establishing a public health initiative, reflecting her mother’s distinguished career and passion for preventive healthcare. However, she recognised that setting up an effective public health initiative without medical training would be quite challenging, and the idea was eventually set aside. She then reflected more deeply on her mother’s life and values, recalling how she consistently supported the education of children from underprivileged homes, often paying school fees despite limited resources. It became clear that this was the legacy she was called to continue supporting children through education and creating lasting impact..
The realization was simple but powerful: the greatest tribute would be to continue changing lives the same way her mother did.
Our vision :
We are committed to expanding our impact and building a sustainable future.- Expand our reach to support more children
- Strengthen partnerships and funding
- Establish a not-for-profit academy for girls, offering quality education at an accessible cost
A Journey of Impact
Since its inception in 2015, the Foundation has consistently supported children across multiple academic years, maintaining a balance between compassion and financial discipline.
What began as a personal commitment has grown into a structured and sustainable initiative, with increasing capacity to impact more lives.
Our Focus
The Foundation is committed to supporting:
- The girl child.
- Children from underprivileged homes.
- Children of missionaries.
This focus reflects both the Founder’s values and the deeply held beliefs of Dr. Aromasodu.
Our Guiding Principles
- School fees are paid from investment income generated from the Foundation’s funds
- The seed capital is preserved and not used for fee payments
- Support is provided based on available income to ensure sustainability
- Any unused income is reinvested to strengthen the fund
This approach ensures that the Foundation can continue to support children not just today, but for generations to come.
A SUSTAINABLE APPROACH
Rather than providing support from periodic income, Mrs. Ayeni adopted a long-term vision. In August 2015, she set aside a dedicated seed fund to be invested, with the income generated used solely for paying school fees of children from underprivileged backgrounds. Over time, additional funds were added, strengthening the Foundation’s ability to support more students while maintaining sustainability.
This model ensures that:
- The Foundation continues to operate long-term.
- Support remains consistent and reliable.
- The original capital is preserved for future generations.
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“We honestly did not know how the children were going to continue school that term. The payment came so early and gave us enough time to prepare and settle them properly. Seeing some of them progress into senior secondary school has been deeply encouraging for both the families and everyone supporting them.”
— September 2025
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The turnaround in S’s academic journey has been truly remarkable. At a critical point when support was most needed, the foundation stepped in and ensured his school fees were paid. Today, he has gained admission into the University of Jos, and we are deeply grateful for the role you played in shaping his future. God bless you
— April 2017
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“We are incredibly grateful for your generous support towards X's education. He achieved outstanding academic success, scoring A1 in 8 subjects and 320 in JAMB. Your investment in his education has truly changed his future, and we pray that God rewards you abundantly.”
— July 2018
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“Thank you for your continued commitment to ensuring that every girl has access to education and empowerment. Your support has made a significant difference in the lives of these students, and we remain grateful for your dedication to the girl child.”
Queen’s College Lagos
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“Some of these children had already started believing that continuing their education was impossible because of financial challenges. Watching them return to school with renewed confidence and excitement has been one of the most rewarding things to witness.”
— April 2017
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For many rural children with limited opportunities, this support has opened doors they never imagined possible. Some families genuinely believed their children would never be able to continue school, but today those same children are pursuing their dreams with confidence.”
— September 2024
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“What makes this support even more meaningful is seeing the long-term results. Some of the students who were supported years ago are now in university and are becoming responsible young adults who are positively influencing others around them.”
— August 2017
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“The fees were paid at a very important time, and it helped the students resume school smoothly despite the challenges families were facing then. The consistency of the Foundation’s support has truly made a difference over the years.”
— April 2023
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This support has gone beyond paying school fees. It has brought encouragement to struggling families and has opened doors for us to engage with communities in a more meaningful way. Parents who had almost lost hope became hopeful again.”
— January 2019
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“Even during difficult periods, the consistency of the Foundation’s support gave the children stability and helped them stay focused on their studies. We have seen visible improvement in their confidence and commitment to learning.”
