By Charles Igwe
When St Augustine of Hippo said, “The measure of love is to love without measure,” he probably had no idea how many hearts he would enlighten with the spark of charity, bringing smiles to the faces of countless others. This is the mission that the Faith-chat platform is currently totally dedicated to.
In a heartwarming mission spanning four years, the Faith-Chat Platform Charity initiative has been committed to delivering sustenance and essential aid to underprivileged children, youth, and elderly individuals throughout Africa.
Since 2022, inspired by the teachings of Jesus in Matthew 14:16 and Mark 6:37 to “give them something to eat yourselves”, the initiative has prioritized feeding the hungry during the Easter season, embodying the spirit of compassion and generosity. Since the charity outreach’s start, around 7,000 people have received meals as a result of these selfless acts of love and generosity.
In a remarkable display of solidarity, the initiative’s efforts have grown exponentially. From feeding over a thousand individuals in Lagos, Nigeria, in 2022, to extending its reach to four African countries: Nigeria, Mozambique, Ghana and Kenya; feeding 5,000 people in 2023, the impact of Faith-chat platform charity initiative continues to ripple across communities.
Now, in 2024, the body sets its sights higher, aiming to provide nourishment to 7,000 individuals in 10 cities across five African nations, including Nigeria, Cameroon, Mozambique, Kenya, and Ghana.
But the success of this noble endeavor hinges on collective support. Fr. James Anyaegbu, the Founder/Director, extends heartfelt gratitude to past supporters while issuing a rallying call for new allies to join the cause, emphasizing that every contribution, no matter how modest, makes a difference.
According to him: “Times are tough, and many people are struggling to feed themselves and their families. With your help, we can make a significant and lasting impact on many lives.”
Donations can be made through these accounts:
Stanbic IBTC
Faith-Chat Platform Charity Initiatives
0048551857 (Naira account number)
Stanbic IBTC
0048551871 (USD Inflow only account)
0048551864 (USD cash deposit only account)
Bank of Scotland
Faith-Chat Platform
24595063 (UK account number)
Amidst challenging times, where many struggle to put food on the table, the Faith-Chat Platform’s resilient commitment offers a glimmer of hope. With adequate support, they hope to make a long-term difference, enriching the lives of people across the African continent.
The lyrics of the famous Catholic hymn comes to mind: “God loves a cheerful giver, give it all you’ve got.” We have to make genuine efforts to put smile on the faces of others and by so doing attract the blessings of God in our lives. Indeed, the measure of love is to love without measuring. You can make a difference today.
As Fr. James Anyaegbu aptly puts it, “May God bless our dedicated coordinators and volunteers for their readiness and selflessness, and may God bless you as you join hands with us to make this endeavor a success. Remain in the embrace of God’s grace. Amen.”
