Who We Are
About Us
The Background
Ruth Titilayo (Iya Taiwo) was born in 1952, attended Abeokuta Girls Grammar School and the University of Ibadan, Nigeria. She was very passionate about education. She was even more passionate about helping the less privileged. On the 20th anniversary of her death at 50, it is only natural that these two passions birth the Ruth Titilayo Foundation.
Whilst this is a new venture for us all, the core tenets have always been there, helping others is in our DNA.
Come walk with us.
Why We Exist
At The Ruth Titilayo Foundation, we exist to make quality education accessible to every child, regardless of their background or circumstances. We believe that education is a basic human right and that every child deserves the opportunity to unlock their full potential. Our ultimate goal is to create a world where our services are no longer needed, where every child has access to quality education without any barriers.
Until that day comes, we are committed to doing everything in our power to ensure that the most disadvantaged communities have access to quality education. We are passionate about our mission and dedicated to making a positive impact in the world. Our team consists of individuals who are driven by a shared vision of creating a better future for underserved communities.
Our Vision
“Bringing affordable education to everyone.”
Support Our Work
We want to support 100 people every year, then a thousand, then ten thousand until no one is left behind. Here are some ways in which you can help.
- Donate
- How your business can help
- Fundraise
- Leave a gift in your will
- Become a Volunteer
Our Poeple

PHILIPPA ABAYOMI-TAIWO
Chairman

IFEOLUWAPO OLADAPO-DIXON
Chief Financial Officer

OLAYEMI AFOLABI
Secretary

ABIMBOLA BALOGUN
Trustee

EBUKA ILOH
Programme Director

EYITAYO TAIWO
Trustee