The Unmute Foundation
Giving voice to the causes the world keeps quiet.
The Unmute Foundation builds and powers social impact initiatives that confront silenced struggles — from student hunger to community wellbeing — with dignity, transparency, and lasting change.
2026
Founded to unmute change
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Flagship initiative live (ACFBI)
Africa
Where our work begins
About Us
From one silenced issue to a movement for change.
The Unmute Foundation was born from a simple belief: the hardest struggles are often the ones no one talks about. Too many people suffer in silence — quietly skipping meals, going without support, held back by shame. We exist to unmute those issues and turn them into action.
Established in 2026, we design, launch, and power structured social impact initiatives that meet people where they are. Our flagship programme, the African Campus Food Bank Initiatives (ACFBI), is ensuring no student in Nigeria goes hungry while pursuing their education — and it is only the beginning.
We are committed to building a portfolio of initiatives that are transparent, community-led, and measured by the dignity and outcomes they deliver.
Dignity
Everyone we serve deserves support without shame or stigma. Our work is private, respectful, and people-centred.
Impact
We measure success by lives changed — not just funds raised. Real outcomes drive every decision we make.
Transparency
We publish our impact data openly. Supporters can see exactly where every contribution goes.
Community
We are volunteers, partners, and advocates working together. This is a movement, not just a foundation.
Our Initiatives
The programmes we build and power.
Each initiative tackles a specific silenced issue with a structured, measurable approach. Explore our flagship programme and what is coming next.
African Campus Food Bank Initiatives (ACFBI)
ACFBI runs campus food banks across Nigerian universities, ensuring every student has the energy to learn, grow, and lead. No student should study hungry. Powered by The Unmute Foundation.
Visit acfbi.orgWhat ACFBI delivers
- Permanent campus food banks & weekly meal packs
- Rapid emergency food aid for students in crisis
- Nutrition education & budget-cooking workshops
Community Wellbeing
A future initiative focused on mental health awareness and support for underserved communities.
Youth Empowerment
Skills, mentorship, and opportunity programmes designed to help young people find and use their voice.
The Board
The people behind the mission.
Our board of leaders, directors, and advisors work tirelessly to ensure every initiative delivers dignity and measurable impact.
Founders & Executive Leadership
Philip Soladoye
Founder / Executive Director
Philip graduated with First Class Honours in Food Science and Technology from the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, later completing an Erasmus Mundus double master's degree in Denmark and Spain, and a PhD in Food Science at the University of Saskatchewan, Canada. A seasoned professional and sustainability advocate, his work sits at the intersection of agriculture, food systems, and innovation.
Temitope Abolarin
Co-founder / Director of Strategy
Co-founder driving the strategic vision of the foundation and its initiatives.
Board of Directors
Omotola Olaniyan
Director of Finance
Omotola holds a BSc and MSc in Agricultural Economics from the University of Saskatchewan and has volunteered with a Community Tax Clinic. With a background in public policy and stakeholder relations, she brings strong financial and organizational skills to her role.
Manuel Juarez
Director of Global Partnerships & Engagement
Leads global partnership development and cross-sector engagement to expand the foundation's reach and impact.
Abiodun Olayode
Director of Communications
An engineer and AI automation specialist based in Edmonton with over a decade of experience across energy, maritime, and technology sectors. Founder of Oakes Solutions AI, he is passionate about social impact and driving the foundation's communications.
Azeez Yusuf
Director of Operations
Dr. Yusuf Azeez Olanrewaju is a Nigerian animal scientist and lecturer at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta. A recipient of several competitive fellowships including the DAAD ClimapAfrica Postdoctoral Fellowship, his work advances food security and sustainability in Africa.
Program Advisors
John Fadesere
Program Advisor
Provides strategic guidance on programme design and delivery across the foundation's initiatives.
Contact
Reach out to The Unmute Foundation.
Questions, partnerships, media enquiries, or just want to say hello — we would love to hear from you.
General Enquiries
info@acfbi.org
Support
support@acfbi.org
Phone
+1 780 884 4063
Location
Nigerian Campus Network, Lagos