BRIEF PROFILE OF CFID
CENTER FOR INITIATIVE AND DEVELOPMENT (CFID) Taraba is a charitable organization that conducts all its programs like one that would be recognized as 501(c)(3) if it were in the US. We qualify to receive donations from US-based charitable organizations, that are tax-exempt based on US tax laws.
Center for Initiative & Development (CFID) is a registered non-governmental, non-for-profit development and service delivery-focused organization, with over 10 year’s corporate existence as an NGO.
We are a body of indigenous people working to improve the quality of life of our host communities. We are natives and local people who understand best our problems and as such are in a better position to provide sustainable solutions to address gaps in the health, environment, and socio-economic livelihood of our people.
WHO WE ARE
The Centre for Initiative and Development (CFID) is a Nigerian non-governmental, patient-led, non-profit and community-led organisation committed to advancing equitable health systems, social justice and sustainable development. Established on the principle that health is a fundamental human right, CFID works to ensure that every individual—regardless of income, gender, age, disability, geography or social status—has access to quality health services and the opportunity to live a healthy and productive life.
CFID was founded in response to a simple but profound reality: millions of people continue to die from preventable diseases, not because solutions do not exist, but because health systems often fail to reach those who need them most.
The organisation therefore exists to bridge the gap between policy and practice by working directly with communities while strengthening the systems responsible for delivering health and development services.
Today, CFID has evolved into a nationally recognised institution implementing integrated programmes across health, research, education, social inclusion and community development. Its work combines technical excellence with lived experience, ensuring that programmes are scientifically rigorous while remaining responsive to the realities of the communities they serve.
RC: CAC/IT/No/61966
The organization was duly registered as an NGO with the Taraba state government Cooperative Association in 2008 and with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), in 2013.
GOAL
To be a community-driven and people-oriented organization that provides quality interventions in line with best practices and National guidelines, suitable and adapted to meet the needs of target groups and populations.
VISION
Healthy, resilient and empowered communities where everyone has equitable access to quality healthcare, education and opportunities to thrive.