Scholarship Support
Helping children whose families need direct assistance with fees and learning costs.
First birthday remembrance - August 6, 2026
Lawrence Okokon Ekanem Foundation
Honoring Deacon Lawrence Okokon Edet Ekanem by opening paths to quality education for children and strengthening vulnerable families through practical support.
- Honoring
- 1943-2025
- Rooted in
- Service
- First chapter
- Education access
Initial Focus
Education comes first.
The Foundation begins with the belief that education is a cornerstone of empowerment. Its first work will help indigent and less-privileged children stay in school, learn with dignity, and grow toward their full potential.
School Supplies
Providing books, uniforms, writing materials, and the essentials that keep pupils ready to learn.
Mentoring
Pairing practical encouragement with guidance so young people can see and pursue a wider future.
Infrastructure
Supporting classroom and school improvements that make learning environments stronger.
Vision
A thriving, inclusive, self-sustaining community.
The Foundation envisions Oku Iboku and similar communities as places where vulnerability is met with support, every indigent child can access quality education, widows can build economic independence, and no one is left behind in the pursuit of dignity and opportunity.
Indigent childrenWidows in needSustainable community support
Legacy
A family foundation shaped by compassion and service.
Deacon Lawrence Okokon Edet Ekanem was born on August 6, 1943, and began his early education in Oku Iboku. His life of faith, family, discipline, and community service now continues through a foundation committed to uplifting people who need steady, practical help.
By channeling resources, partnerships, and collective goodwill, the Foundation aims to address urgent needs while building long-term empowerment in Oku Iboku, Akwa Ibom State, and surrounding communities.
Call to Action
Join the first chapter of impact.
Individuals, organizations, government agencies, and philanthropists are invited to partner with the Foundation in creating lasting change in Oku Iboku and beyond.
For inquiries, partnerships, or contributions, contact the Foundation Secretary:
Emailekanemaffi@gmail.com