THE IBB FOUNDATION

Our Story

Founded in 2017, The IBB Foundation was created with a simple but powerful belief: that everyone deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential, regardless of their background, financial circumstances, disability, or additional support needs.

The Foundation reflects the personal journey of its founder, Irene Boham, whose path from humble beginnings in Ghana to becoming an award-winning nurse and Queen’s Nurse in the United Kingdom was made possible through the generosity and encouragement of others. Having experienced first-hand how life-changing opportunity can be, Irene was determined to create those same opportunities for future generations.

To mark her 50th birthday, Irene chose to celebrate in a different way. Instead of receiving personal gifts, she invited family, friends, colleagues, and supporters to invest in a vision that had been close to her heart for many years: establishing The IBB Foundation. Their generosity provided the first funding for scholarships, mentoring, and community initiatives that continue to empower individuals and families today.

At the heart of everything we do is a commitment to breaking down barriers and creating opportunities. Through education, mentorship, advocacy, and inclusive support, we help people build confidence, develop their potential, and create brighter futures for themselves, their families, and their communities.

Every life changed creates a ripple effect. By investing in people today, we are helping to build stronger, healthier, and more inclusive communities for tomorrow.

Our Initiatives

Education & Opportunity

Opening doors to education by empowering women and aspiring healthcare professionals to realise their full potential. Through scholarships, mentoring, and practical support, we build confidence, create opportunities, and help shape brighter futures for individuals, families, and communities.

THE IBB FOUNDATION

Advocacy, Awareness & Support

Championing inclusion, raising awareness, and providing practical guidance and compassionate support that empower individuals and families to thrive. Through education, advocacy, and collaboration, we help break down barriers, challenge stigma, and create more inclusive, supportive communities.

Mentorship and Leadership

Developing confident, compassionate leaders through mentoring, leadership development, and opportunities for personal growth. We inspire individuals to build resilience, discover their strengths, achieve their ambitions, and make a positive difference within their communities and beyond.

The IBB Beacon Awards

An annual celebration recognising the courage, resilience, and achievements of children, young people, and the families who support them. The IBB Beacon Awards celebrate every milestone, honour inspiring journeys, and shine a light on hope, determination, and community.

Removing barriers to education by empowering women, aspiring healthcare professionals, and individuals with additional support needs to realise their potential and build brighter futures.

Poverty holds people back

We are Supporting deserving underprivileged young Ghanaians to further their education in healthcare. You could help these students escape the poverty trap.

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Inclusion & Family Support

Creating inclusive opportunities for individuals and families by providing guidance, advocacy, and practical support for those facing disability, neurodiversity, financial hardship, or additional support needs.

The IBB Foundation Support

There are three schemes open to young people in Ghana who have completed their secondary education and want to study nursing at a university or college in Ghana.

Apply to the fund