When In Need Medical Mission sojourns to IDP Camp Abuja, Nigeria
On the 23rd of April, When In Need Foundation team led a medical mission to the IDP (Internally Displaced Persons) camp in Kuchingoro, FCT Abuja Nigeria in collaboration with Wazobia FM radio station, Abuja. WIN provided free approved medical supplies for the mission while Wazobia FM offered free radio publicity to inform members of the public about the devastating living conditions of the IDPs. The combined effort also helped spark some donations from the public in form of food items and clothing. The Mission was led by CEO of When In Need Ms Chetachi Ecton, Director of Projects for Africa – Mr.Casmir Nwoga, Media Director – George Onuorah, Project Director, USA – Mr. Kayode Malomo, Program Coordinator for Africa – Chuckwuma Okere and Director of Govt Relations – Ms Stella Oduyela Obi. Leading the mission with a team of 5 medical doctors, optometrists, nurses, medical laboratory scientists, social service professionals and support staff, the program addressed various medical conditions and general health needs of IDPs particularly women and children including those that have been displaced by Boko Haram. About 600 IDPS were treated free for various medical conditions which included malaria, high blood pressure, bacterial infection, diarrhea and a host of other ailments. Special thanks to our medical team, volunteers, Wazobia FM’s staff, Lady G and all those who contributed to making the event a huge success. To support our mission of impacting the lives of individuals one individual at a time, visit us atwww.winfound.org/donation
When In Need hosts Prom ” Magical Moment” @ The Please Touch Museum in Philadelphia
On May 16th, The When In Need Foundation hosted the Prom Dress Giveaway in honor of deserving graduating Seniors at the Please Touch Museum in Fairmount Park, Philadelphia.
Thirty young women nominated by their schools from across the Philadelphia area were able to pick out the designer prom dresses of their dreams for their big night donated by the Foundation.
“The Magical Moment” event was a big success with more than 100 attendees with the elegant centennial architecture of Please Touch Museum’s Memorial Hall serving as the backdrop for an afternoon of glamour.
Welcoming remarks were made by Superintendent of Philadelphia Schools Dr. William R. Hite, Philadelphia’s Chief Education Officer Otis Hackney III, 7th District Senator Vincent Hughes Chief of Staff, Please Touch Museum President & CEO Patricia D. Wellenbach and CEO of When In Need Foundation, Ms Chetachi Ecton.
Special Thanks to all our partners; the Office of Senator Vincent Hughes, the “Luck Me” Foundation, Please Touch Museum, 6abc news, Sharnalee Phillips, Dorothy Rozier and WiN’s team of volunteers.
To support our mission of creating impact in the lives of individuals, please support our mission at www.winfound.org/donation
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When In Need Foundation interviews with Patty Jackson on WDAS 105.3FM
When In Need Foundation team was at WDAS 105.3FM today with Radio Host, Patty Jackson to talk about its Prom Dress Givewaway for High School Seniors coming up at at The Please Touch Museum on Monday, May 16th. Excited about bringing joy into the lives of these young and aspiring beautiful ladies #transforminglives #creatingimpact
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When In Need Foundation at Wazobia Radio, Abuja Nigeria
The When In Need Foundation is creating impact in the lives of individuals globally with its Mission of Mercy Program which recently visited Internally Displaced Persons in Abuja, Nigeria. Thanks to Wazobia FM’s team and Lady G for collaborating and helping us spread the word about our Mission. When In Need Foundation’s Founder and CEO, MsChetachi Ecton, Media Director, George Onuorah and Program Coordinator for Africa, Chuckwuma Okere were at Wazobia Radio to share the Mission and Vision of WIN. More than 600 IDPS, a lot of whom were displaced as a result of Boko Haram were treated for various medical conditions which included malaria, high blood pressure, bacterial infection, diarrhea and a host of other ailments. Stay tuned for more news on When In Need’s recent Medical Mission and Awareness Program in Nigeria. #IDPcamp# #Abuja#outreach #wazobia#whenineedfoundation #impact
Ms. Chetachi Ecton, CEO of WIN Foundation receives Actor, Danny Glover 2016 Power of the Dream Award
Actor Danny Glover 2016 Power of the Dream award was handed out Monday March 28th at the African Union Headquarters overlooking the United Nations in NYC to some outstanding individuals, trailblazers and change makers. Amongst those honored are Ms. Chetachi Ecton, CEO of WIN Foundation who is singlehandedly self funding the When In Need Foundation www.winfound.org. Inspired by the work of legendary Catholic nun Mother Teresa and imbued with modicum of responsibility at an early age by her very loving parents, she has dedicated her life to helping others especially children and families in need. The When In Need Foundation team has traveled across continents from Africa to South America, Europe to South Asia visiting Orphanages, homeless shelters and hostels, disabled Centers and Abused Facilities donating food and essential medical supplies. Others honored included Nollywood personality Clarion Chukwurah and Queen Mother Dr. Deloise Blakely, the Community Mayor of Harlem. Dr. Monica Sanchez organizer of this event is a very committed community leader who continues to work to empower not only her Caribbean community but all community.
