The Dolly Children Foundation (DCF) has marked the successful completion of the 10th edition of its flagship free summer learning programme, Summer 10.0, with 501 children and young people benefiting from the initiative.

The five-week programme, held from July 27 to August 26, 2026, in Makogi, Magboro, Ogun State, provided underserved children with opportunities to develop academic, digital, vocational, leadership and life skills.

According to the Foundation, participants were drawn from 105 schools and 15 communities, with the programme combining classroom learning with practical skills, mentorship, counselling, sports, cultural activities and disability-awareness education.

A total of 438 learners participated at the main centre, while another 63 pupils benefited from the parallel Summer Lesson Programme organised at the DCF Community Office.

The programme recorded participation from 224 boys and 277 girls, who were exposed to 10 practical skill areas, including shoemaking, tailoring, baking, bead-making, recycling, hairdressing, soap-making, welding, fascinator-making, and arts and crafts.

66 Children Trained in Coding

The digital learning component of Summer 10.0 trained 66 learners in coding, taking participants through basic computer skills and introducing them to website development and web-application prototypes.

The programme also featured 15 mentorship and counselling modules, covering purpose discovery, career choices, financial literacy, leadership, communication, emotional intelligence and personal development.

Nine learners also received individual counselling as part of the Foundation’s effort to provide holistic support beyond academic education.

Disability Awareness, Food Support, Leadership Training

Summer 10.0 also featured activities designed to promote inclusion and community development.

The IREDE Foundation facilitated a disability-inclusion session, while the Do Good Charity Initiative provided food support to 50 families.

In addition, 13 teenagers participated in leadership development activities through the Daystar Leadership Academy.

The Foundation acknowledged the support of its partners and organisations that contributed to the success of the 10th edition.

They include Gamaliel & Susan Onosode Foundation (GAMSU), Reel Foundation, The IREDE Foundation, Do Good Charity Initiative, Daystar Christian Centre, House of Cedar, Kids Being Kids Foundation, Macnugar Paints, LEAF and Lagos Food Bank.

DCF Executive Director Speaks

Executive Director of the Dolly Children Foundation, Mrs Adedolapo Osuntuyi, described Summer 10.0 as a significant milestone in the organisation’s journey.

“Summer 10.0 is a remarkable milestone for us. Ten years of creating spaces where children can learn, build confidence, discover their talents and develop skills is something we are deeply grateful for,” Osuntuyi said.

She added that the Foundation was not only celebrating its achievements but was also looking ahead to expanding its impact.

“But while we celebrate how far we have come, we are even more excited about what lies ahead. Every edition has made us better, and we believe the coming years will bring even greater opportunities and impact for more children,” she said.

The Foundation said the 10 editions of its summer programme have reinforced the importance of sustained partnerships and collective action in advancing educational opportunities for underserved children.

With Summer 10.0 completed, DCF said it would build on the lessons and achievements of the programme, strengthen existing partnerships and expand opportunities for more children as preparations begin for Summer 11.0.

About Dolly Children Foundation

Dolly Children Foundation is a Nigerian non-profit organisation focused on creating equal opportunities for underserved children through education, capacity building and advocacy.

Founded in 2006, the Foundation says it has reached more than 23,000 children through its programmes across grassroots and rural communities in Nigeria.

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