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Hope. Health. Education
Together, we are called to save lives. Together, we are called to give hope, and empower futures.
Everyone who met Femi was captivated by her sweet and vivacious personality. Diagnosed with congenital heart disease at the age of nine, Femi faced her challenges with courage while awaiting a new heart. During her hospitalization, she received over six packs of blood. After her surgery, Femi recognized the importance of blood donation firsthand and expressed her desire to donate blood to help another patient at the children's hospital.
A year following her successful heart transplant at Omaha Children's Hospital, where Femi received exceptional care, we partnered with the Red Cross to organize the inaugural annual blood drive as a way to give back to the community. This initiative aimed to promote education about the importance of blood donation. In recognition of her inspiring journey, Femi was named Children's Ambassador by Omaha Children's Hospital in 2015-2016 and was featured in organ donation news and various platforms, further raising awareness for mental health and health issues.
Tragically, five years after her transplant, Femi’s heart failed on August 26, 2019. On the anniversary of her passing, the Olouwafemi S. J. Tevoedjre Foundation, Inc. (Femi's Heart Foundation) was established to honor and continue her legacy, spreading hope, health, and the importance of giving back.
Our vision at Femi's Heart Foundation is to honor the life and legacy of Femi by advancing holistic health, promoting mental health awareness, and saving lives through initiatives like encouraging people to donate blood. Rooted in faith and guided by love, we believe that together we can foster hope and health, making a meaningful difference in our community.
Femi's Heart Foundation exists to honor Femi's memory by advancing holistic health and uplifting underserved communities locally and globally through compassion, healing, and empowerment. We believe that through initiatives like donating blood and promoting mental health awareness, we can create a stronger community. Rooted in Christian values, we extend love, hope, and support to all—regardless of culture, religion, nationality, race, or gender—while emphasizing the importance of education and fostering hope and health for everyone.
Founded on August 26, 2020, Femi's Heart Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to transforming lives through healthcare access, mental health awareness, and educational empowerment for underserved communities locally and globally. We encourage everyone to donate blood to support our mission of Hope. Health, and education for those in need.
At Femi's Heart Foundation, our core values guide our mission, governance, and service to the public. These values reflect our commitment to charitable purposes, ethical leadership, and inclusivity, all while promoting mental health awareness. We strive to make a significant community impact, which aligns with IRS requirements for nonprofit organizations. By supporting our initiatives, including opportunities to donate blood, you can help us spread hope and health through education and outreach.
At Femi's Heart Foundation, we serve individuals and families from underserved communities through life-giving programs that promote hope and health while addressing physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. We also emphasize the importance of mental health awareness and encourage everyone to participate in community initiatives such as donating blood to support those in need.
Our team at Femi's Heart Foundation is made up of dedicated individuals who are passionate about making a difference in the world. From our volunteers who encourage others to donate blood, to our board members, everyone is united in purpose. We are committed to our mission, promoting education and mental health awareness in the communities we serve, as we strive to spread hope and health.
We provide culturally responsive, faith-integrated programs that create safe spaces for healing and growth, with a strong focus on mental health awareness:
- International Mental Health & Wellness Summit
- Grace for Grieving Mothers Support Circle
- Community Wellness Workshops
- Faith-Based Healing Spaces
- Femi's HeartSpark Award through Femi's Heart Foundation (supporting grassroots nonprofits)
- Youth Ambassador Legacy of Purpose Scholarship
Additionally, we encourage everyone to donate blood, as it contributes to community health and hope. health.
Through our global outreach, Femi's Heart Foundation brings hope, health, and dignity to vulnerable communities:
Individuals receive free health screenings and medical care, while families gain support from siblings and family-centered care. Participants benefit from our mental health awareness initiatives, which promote overall wellbeing. Lives are saved through our blood drive initiatives across two continents, encouraging everyone to donate blood to those in need. Mothers are reunited with their newborns through C-section support, and children in orphanages receive essential care and ongoing support. Vulnerable young girls receive trauma-informed healing and restoration services, and communities are strengthened through faith-centered outreach and hope initiatives.
What began as a story of loss has transformed into a mission of love and hope in action. At Femi's Heart Foundation, we believe:
Health is holistic, healing is possible, hope is powerful, and every life matters.
Our Commitment
We are dedicated to breaking stigma around mental health awareness, expanding access to care in underserved communities, supporting families through grief and trauma, and empowering the next generation through education and leadership. Additionally, we encourage everyone to donate blood, as this act extends love across borders.
💜 Together, We Are Healing Hearts & Empowering Futures.

Mission Statement: The Femi's Heart Foundation's HeartSpark Award exists to uplift and encourage small, grassroots nonprofit organizations with annual revenues under $50,000. We provide unexpected, catalytic micro-grants that affirm their work, strengthen their impact, and inspire continued service to their communities, ultimately promoting mental health awareness and education.
Vision Statement:
We envision a thriving ecosystem of small, under-resourced grassroots nonprofits that feel seen, valued, and supported—where even the smallest spark of funding ignites lasting community transformation, providing hope and health to those in need.

Mission Statement The Femi's Heart Foundation Youth Ambassador of the Year Scholarship honors an exceptional Youth Ambassador who exemplifies outstanding leadership, selfless service, and a deep commitment to advancing Health, Hope, and Education in their community and beyond.
This scholarship also encourages initiatives like promoting mental health awareness and the importance of donating blood.
Award Details Amount $1000
Eligibility Requirement: Applicants must have served as a Femi's Heart Youth Ambassador for a minimum of 1 year and actively participated in at least 2–4 initiatives or events.

Mission Statement: We at Femi's Heart Foundation are dedicated to promoting mental health awareness and overall well-being in the communities we serve. Through education, open conversations, and support resources, we strive to break the stigma surrounding mental health and encourage individuals to seek help without fear or shame.
Join us in our mission by registering for the next International Mental Health Summit, where you can be equipped to care for others and contribute to hope and health in your community.
Become certified in Mental Health First Aid through our partner, Region 6 Behavioral Healthcare, and learn how to respond with confidence, compassion, and care. If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, please seek help immediately. Contact our partner, Community Alliance, at 402-341-5128 or call 911.

Grace for Grieving Mothers is a compassionate, faith-centered support Circle that spans 12 weeks, hosted twice a year by Femi's Heart Foundation, for mothers who have experienced the loss of a child. We provide a safe, welcoming, and judgment-free space where women can share their stories, honor the lives of their children, and find comfort through emotional support, prayer, and sisterhood. Register to learn more.

Our Siblings Care Initiative Program, part of Femi's Heart Foundation, supports the brothers and sisters of children facing medical challenges. We provide emotional care, holistic support, and resources to help them navigate difficult seasons with strength and hope.

🩸 Blood Drives: Giving the Gift of Life
“In blood there is life, and I needed a lot of it when I was going through everything.” — Femi
Though Femi is no longer physically with us, her words and legacy continue to inspire life-saving impact.
In her honor, Femi’s Heart Foundation, in partnership with the American Red Cross and Benin Red Cross, hosts annual blood drives to encourage our community to give the gift of life.
Each donation has the power to save lives—supporting patients facing surgery, childbirth complications, cancer treatments, and medical emergencies.
Continue Femi’s Legacy
If you missed our most recent blood drive, you can still make a difference. Visit redcross.org to schedule your donation and give in honor of Femi.
Together, we are saving lives.
Together, we are giving hope.

🩸 Blood Drives: Giving the Gift of Life
“In blood there is life, and I needed a lot of it when I was going through everything.” — Femi
Though Femi is no longer physically with us, her words and legacy continue to inspire life-saving impact.
In her honor, Femi’s Heart Foundation, in partnership with the American Red Cross and Benin Red Cross
🩸 Blood Drives: Giving the Gift of Life
“In blood there is life, and I needed a lot of it when I was going through everything.” — Femi
Though Femi is no longer physically with us, her words and legacy continue to inspire life-saving impact.
In her honor, Femi’s Heart Foundation, in partnership with the American Red Cross and Benin Red Cross, hosts annual blood drives to encourage our community to give the gift of life.
Each donation has the power to save lives—supporting patients facing surgery, childbirth complications, cancer treatments, and medical emergencies.
Together, we are saving lives.
Together, we are giving hope.

Our annual medical mission to Africa, organized by Femi's Heart Foundation, provides free health screenings, medication distribution, and essential hygiene products to children and families. We also emphasize the importance of education by delivering health education and preventive care resources to strengthen long-term wellness in underserved communities.

Our ReuniteHer to Her Newborn Initiative, part of Femi's Heart Foundation, supports mothers in Benin who give birth by C-section but struggle to pay their medical bills. Many of these women face incarceration and heartbreaking separation from their newborns over fees as little as $50. This program not only provides financial assistance bu
Our ReuniteHer to Her Newborn Initiative, part of Femi's Heart Foundation, supports mothers in Benin who give birth by C-section but struggle to pay their medical bills. Many of these women face incarceration and heartbreaking separation from their newborns over fees as little as $50. This program not only provides financial assistance but also focuses on mental health awareness, offering spiritual support that helps mothers regain their freedom and reunite with their babies with dignity and hope.

At Femi's Heart Foundation, we offer scholarships, school supplies, tutoring, vocational training, and mentorship to underserved youth and orphans, aiming to promote their academic and life success. By supporting education and fostering mental health awareness, we create a brighter future for these individuals. Additionally, we encourage
At Femi's Heart Foundation, we offer scholarships, school supplies, tutoring, vocational training, and mentorship to underserved youth and orphans, aiming to promote their academic and life success. By supporting education and fostering mental health awareness, we create a brighter future for these individuals. Additionally, we encourage our community to donate blood as a means of giving hope and health to those in need.

Our annual Back-to-School Distribution, organized by Femi's Heart Foundation, supports orphans in Benin by providing essential school supplies, uniforms, and hygiene items. This initiative not only promotes education but also fosters mental health awareness by helping children start the school year with confidence, dignity, and the tools
Our annual Back-to-School Distribution, organized by Femi's Heart Foundation, supports orphans in Benin by providing essential school supplies, uniforms, and hygiene items. This initiative not only promotes education but also fosters mental health awareness by helping children start the school year with confidence, dignity, and the tools they need to succeed. Additionally, we encourage our community to donate blood as part of our broader commitment to hope and health for all.

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Olouwafemi SJ Tevoedjre Foundation, Inc. (Femi's Heart Foundation)
A 501(c)(3) Public Charity
EIN 85-1978084
Office Address
319 S. 17th St., Suite 403
Omaha, NE 68102
Contact:
(402) 902-7210