The Heart of Gold Support and Care Initiative has indicated poise to take many indigents in Edo state off the poverty bracket, through an empowerment scheme skewed towards improving their economic status.
According to the founder and initiator Chief (Mrs.) Ehiagwina Joy Patrick, the empowerment will take place on Saturday, December 13th, 2025 at Idumu Khala Community Square Ebhoiyi Uromi, Edo State to commemorate its 10th annual empowerment programme.
The initiative tagged “Empower to Bloom” Project is powered by Patrick Ejedawe Empowerment Foundation.
Chief (Mrs.) Ehiagwina Joy Patrick, who also serves as the Group Managing Director of Patjeda Group, a multi-sectoral organization making remarkable contributions to Nigeria’s economic growth, through logistics, private and aviation security services, hospitality and agriculture has through the initiative brought to fore her exceptional commitment to sustainable community development.
In a statement signed by the Media and Strategic Communication Unit of the Initiative, the body was said to have, “consistently championed the cause of vulnerable individuals particularly women, equipping them with tools, skills, and opportunities that enable long-term self-reliance.
“As a firm believer in Sustainable Giving, Chief (Mrs.) Joy Patrick upholds the principle that true empowerment is not in giving the vulnerable “fishes,” but in teaching them how to fish, thereby securing their future and strengthening their socio-economic capacity.
“This year’s milestone edition, themed “Empower to Bloom”, reflects the passion and unrestrained commitment of the progenitor towards fostering dignity, resilience, and economic independence among marginalized groups.
“Over the years, the initiative has impacted countless beneficiaries through skill acquisition, start-up support, community engagement, and strategic empowerment interventions.
“The 2025 edition promises to be even more impactful as beneficiaries and community members will once again converge to receive life-changing support designed to help them bloom in their respective endeavours, this program has been well supported by the Patjeda Group, Intercontinental Distilleries Limited and Masters Lodge Hotel.”
The Initiative however, invites stakeholders, media partners, community leaders, and the general public to join in celebrating a decade of compassion-driven empowerment and to witness another landmark stride in sustainable humanitarian service.