01Iyabo OwolowoFounder and Board Chair
OUR STORY
It started with a Thursday.
Fifteen years ago, our founder began cooking and sharing meals every Thursday after seeing people go hungry.
One meal became a habit. The habit became a responsibility. And that responsibility became NOVA.
Today, we continue that same spirit through a system that helps more children and families, more consistently and responsibly.
2011
A SIMPLE ACT
One woman. One kitchen. One Thursday at a time.
2015
A GROWING HABIT
More people joined. More meals were shared. More needs were seen.
2020
A CLEAR PURPOSE
The vision became clear: practical help for real problems.
2026
NOVA IS BORN
NOVA Empowerment Charitable Foundation was established.
