Scholarship Program
Profiling and linking out-of-school children in poor communities, enrolling them in Bethesda Schools through the support of individual and corporate sponsors.
Impact & Service
Securing the Future, One Child at a Time
Mrs. Nkoyo Rapu writes books, makes music, and serves in church. For more than 20 years, she has helped poor children across Nigeria go to school.
Mrs. Nkoyo Rapu Founder, Bethesda Child Support Foundation
Founder
Mrs. Nkoyo Rapu
Founder, Bethesda Child Support Foundation
Mrs. Nkoyo Rapu is the Founder of Bethesda Child Support Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming the lives of vulnerable children through education, care, empowerment, and advocacy.
- Education
- Care
- Empowerment
- Advocacy
Inspired by a deep commitment to social justice and the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to succeed, she established Bethesda to provide hope and practical support to children and families facing economic hardship. Through her visionary leadership, the Foundation has impacted thousands of lives by providing qualitative tuition-free education, scholarships, life skills training, mentorship and pathways to a brighter future.
A lawyer, author, pastor, speaker, and social impact leader, Mrs. Rapu has devoted her life to empowering individuals and strengthening communities. Her passion for nurturing human potential and creating sustainable change continues to drive Bethesda's mission of breaking the cycle of poverty and raising a generation of confident, educated, and purpose-driven young people.
Today, her legacy of compassion, service, and transformational leadership remains at the heart of Bethesda's work, inspiring partners, volunteers, and supporters to join in building a future where every child has the opportunity to thrive.
100+
Programs across Nigeria
10,000+
Beneficiaries reached
5
Bethesda Schools
10+
Partner schools
What We Do
Programs & Initiatives
Creating an environment for the healthy development of underprivileged children through education, healthcare, nutrition, and mentorship.
SHE Reads
A one-year intensive literacy program equipping underserved girls and young women (ages 15–24) with foundational reading and writing skills for continued learning and financial literacy.
Bethesda Feeding Program
Ensuring no child learns on an empty stomach — providing feeding support and school lunches so students stay focused, healthy, and ready to succeed.
Health24
Community health initiative offering medical services, deworming, free consultations, insecticide-treated bed nets, and psychosocial support for children and caregivers.
Schools in Poor Communities
Tuition-free schools offering quality education in underserved communities across Lagos and Ogun State — Ikota, Ijaye, and Matogun.
Teachers Support Programme
Comprehensive training for educators in career development, classroom management, and integrating information technology in teaching.
Christmas Food Drive
A holiday campaign gathering food donations to create special meals for disadvantaged children during the festive season.
Project BE
A mentorship forum connecting beneficiaries with resource persons from diverse fields to discover and maximize their creative potential.
Recent Work
Events & Campaigns
Organizing events and campaigns that raise awareness and create lasting change for underprivileged children.
Alumni Event
A business pitch session where Bethesda alumni presented innovative ideas and entrepreneurial ventures, receiving valuable feedback and encouragement.
Feeding Program Launch
An initiative to address child hunger among students, providing the nourishment they need to fuel their dreams.
International Women's Day
Celebrated at Bethesda Secondary School, Ikota, with the theme "Broaden Her Opportunities" — empowering girls to dream big and break barriers.
Meet & Greet 2024
Beneficiaries met their sponsors face-to-face, highlighting the transformative power of support and compassion.
SHE Reads Launch
Launch of the comprehensive one-year literacy program to equip young women at the grassroots with reading and writing skills.
Project 200
Giving hope to 200 children in 80 days — addressing Nigeria's crisis of over 20 million out-of-school children.
Profiling Exercise
Outreach across Bethesda Schools in Ijaiye, Matogun, and Ikota — reaching over 2,600 children from poor communities and slums.
Teachers Training
Bethesda educators trained by Corona College of Education Consult on classroom management and IT integration in teaching.
Every Child Deserves a Chance
Your support gives hope, education, and a brighter future. Sponsor a child, volunteer, or spread the word.