Through strategic programs and innovative partnerships, we address critical healthcare needs while building sustainable support systems for patients and medical professionals.
1. Indigent Patient Fund
The Indigent Patient Fund provides direct financial assistance to patients who cannot afford their medical bills at UNTH.
The Challenge: Over 40% of patients at UNTH are medically indigent. Many remain in the hospital for months after discharge because they cannot pay their bills, while others have their treatments stopped because they cannot afford medication costs.
Our Solution: We provide immediate financial assistance to:
- Offset outstanding hospital bills
- Purchase essential medications
- Cover surgical procedures and treatments
- Enable discharged patients to return home
Impact: Thousands of indigent patients have received life-saving treatment and timely discharge, improving bed availability and overall healthcare delivery at UNTH.
How to Support: Your donation to the Indigent Patient Fund directly changes lives. Every contribution helps a
patient receive the care they desperately need.
Through strategic programs and innovative partnerships, we address critical healthcare needs while building sustainable support systems for patients and medical professionals.
2. “Aku Ruo Uno” Endowment Fund
The “Aku Ruo Uno” (Igbo for “wealth that goes home”) Endowment Fund is a sustainable funding mechanism designed to provide long-term support for healthcare services and research at UNTH and across the South East region.
How It Works:
- 70% of the principal amount is preserved for perpetuity
- 30% of the principal plus investment returns fund Foundation programs
- The fund generates continuous support for designated healthcare initiatives
What It Supports:
- Medical equipment procurement
- Healthcare infrastructure development
- Medical research and innovation
- Professional development for healthcare workers
- Indigent patient care programs
The Vision: To create a self-sustaining funding source that ensures quality healthcare delivery for generations
to come, independent of economic fluctuations or external funding constraints.
Your Legacy: Contributing to the Endowment Fund is an investment in Nigeria’s healthcare future. Your gift
continues giving long after it’s made, touching countless lives
3. Ward Adoption Program
The Ward Adoption Program invites organizations and individuals to adopt hospital wards at UNTH, directly improving patient care environments through infrastructure upgrades and resource provision.
What Adoption Includes:
- Ward renovation and modernization
- Medical equipment provision
- Furniture and fixtures upgrade
- Maintenance support
- Environmental improvement
Benefits for Adopters:
- Recognition signage in the adopted ward
- Regular impact reports
- Facility naming opportunities
- Corporate social responsibility fulfillment
- Tax-deductible contribution
Current Partners: Several organizations have already joined this transformative initiative, demonstrating the
power of community collaboration in healthcare improvement.
How to Adopt a Ward: Contact us to learn about available wards and adoption requirements. We’ll work with
you to create a meaningful partnership that aligns with your values and capacity.
4. Health for Hope: One Year, One Life, One Chance
Health for Hope provides one year of NHIA health insurance coverage to indigent patients battling
chronic illnesses, ensuring continuous access to life-saving care.
Program Components:
- One-year health insurance coverage
- Direct funding for life-saving treatments
- Ongoing medical support and monitoring
- Holistic care addressing physical and emotional wellbeing
Target Beneficiaries: Vulnerable patients with chronic conditions who cannot afford sustained medical care,
including:
- Cancer patients
- Diabetic patients
- Heart disease patients
- Kidney disease patients
- Other chronic illness sufferers
Launch Date: November 4, 2025
How to Get Involved:
- Sponsor a patient’s insurance
- Make a general contribution
- Become a program partner
- Volunteer as an advocate
5. Medical Equipment Donation Program
We facilitate and coordinate medical equipment donations to enhance diagnostic and treatment capabilities at UNTH.
Recent Donations:
- Automatic Hematology Analyzer (3D) from DCL Laboratory Products Ltd
- Glucometer and test strips from Henemez Diabetic Foundation
- Various diagnostic equipment from partner organizations
Equipment Needs: We maintain a current list of critical equipment needs at UNTH. Contact us to learn how your organization can contribute specific medical technology.
Impact: Modern medical equipment enables:
- Faster, more accurate diagnoses
- Advanced treatment options
- Improved patient outcomes
- Enhanced medical training
- Research capabilities
6. Healthcare Professional Development
We support the continuous education and skill development of healthcare workers at UNTH through
training programs, workshops, and educational partnerships.
Initiatives:
- Specialized clinical training
- International exposure programs
- Research funding and support
- Professional certification assistance
- Leadership development
Partnerships: Strategic partnership with Ezzy’s International College of Nursing Sciences to bridge the gap between academic training and clinical practice.
7. Community Outreach Programs
We bring healthcare services directly to communities through regular outreach events, health education, and preventive care initiatives.
Annual Christmas Charity Outreach:
- Free medical screenings and consultations
- Health education sessions
- Medication distribution
- Gift distribution to less privileged individuals
- Community health awareness
Indigenous Food Fair Participation: Promoting bone health awareness and healthy nutrition through
community engagement.
Radio Talk Shows: Regular appearances discussing healthcare access challenges and solutions.