Group launches free food pantry to support struggling communities

Amid Nigeria’s economic challenges, Jumokecares Foundation, in collaboration with Help To The Aging Foundation, has introduced Shop4Free, a pop-up food pantry initiative providing free essential goods to underprivileged communities.

The pantry, aimed at alleviating food insecurity, serves Lagos, Ogun, and as far north as Gombe.

Founder Kolawole Jumoke highlighted the foundation’s mission to spread hope and offer crucial support to the less privileged. “We believe in serving our city,” Jumoke said.

foundation also runs free medical screenings, back-to-school projects, an annual Christmas party, and micro-finance programmes to uplift those in need.

Shop4Free has reached over 18 communities, including Agege, Abule Egba, and Abeokuta, welcoming people of all backgrounds. “We aim to connect with those in need and reduce food insecurity within our community,” said a foundation representative, encouraging volunteers to support efforts in food distribution and setup.

During a recent event at Adetola, Ijaiye Road, Lagos, coordinator Tolulope Alawode shared the community’s positive response. “This is our way of helping during hard times, especially supporting the elderly and children. People are always excited and grateful for the free food and clothes.”