About us


Heritage Pacesetters Foundation aka the vision helpers, is a non-profit corporate organization, a charity dedicated to supporting humanity through capacity-building initiatives, education, training, environmental conservation, and rural community development.
Out of the desire to advance the cause of humanity through community development and support for education, poverty alleviation, access to health, disadvantaged gifted youths and advocacy for good causes Heritage Pacesetters Foundation was founded by the visioner, Mr Tunde Akande in response to a divine guidance HPF was formed in the United Kingdom in November 2007 primarily to help destinies. It was registered as a corporate body in Nigeria on 16th May, 2022 under the Companies and Allied Matters Act CAP C20 LFN 2004 by the Corporate Affairs Commission of the Federal Republic of Nigeria
The foundation is authorised to accept endowments and donations in cash and or kind from individuals, corporate bodies, MDA, association from across the world. Receive grant or assistance from countries, individuals, trust, and other charitable or philanthropic association within and outside Nigeria. Accept donations and levies from the members. Collect monies and financial assistance from members of the public through any other lawful means.
All these are set out under the guidance and support of the advisory board who is made up of elder statesmen with pedigree mixed with young influential personality and professionals and reputable personalities.
To carry the banner of HPF into the future, HPF Ambassadors was formed. These are young people with passion for philanthropy. HPF Ambassadors is a volunteer group to carry the campaign into every community, home and family unit.


Previous Initiatives


Over the past 10 years, we have helped many rural communities by sinking boreholes for portable water and paying schools fees to brilliant but disadvantaged children, across all facets of society. Others include medical help, full scholarships, and supporting rural missionaries with stipends to sustain their livelihood.


Current Initiative and ongoing projects


Given the present surge in prostate cancer cases among men in the African region, we are organising a medical outreach program scheduled for December 13, 2025, ahead of the formal Launch of Heritage Pacesetters Foundation on the 19th of Dec 2025.
Our goal is to help people living with prostate cancer and create awareness about this disease.
Our long-term objective is to, amongst other things, establish a Cancer Research Centre for Africa to find a permanent cure to Cancer and setup a ‘Prostate Cancer Nigeria’ an advocacy group to champion the cause of prostate Health, sponsoring and funding research into permanent cure and developing vaccine for prostate cancer in Africa.

🌟Who We Are

Heritage Pacesetters Foundation (HPF) is a not-for-profit organization founded in 2022 by Mr. Tunde Akande in response to a divine call to serve humanity. HPF was born out of a deep concern for the obvious social and economic challenges facing many of our communities — especially the underserved, underprivileged, and often forgotten.

We exist to restore hope, uplift lives, and create sustainable change by focusing on empowerment, education, rural development, and health advocacy.

🎯 Our Mission

To build a generation of empowered youth, healthier communities, and supported caregivers through direct intervention, education, and advocacy — driven by compassion and faith.

👁️ Our Vision

To see transformed lives and thriving communities where every person has the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Meet the Founder

Tunde Akande is a visionary entrepreneur, philanthropist, and servant leader. Moved by a divine instruction to serve humanity, he established HPF as a practical vehicle to deliver hope and help to those in need — especially in rural and underserved environments. His personal commitment is both financial and spiritual, as he leads with compassion and excellence.

Our Core Values

Compassion

Excellence

Integrety

Empowerment

Service

Our Focus Areas

Youth Empowerment & Education

We provide free standard vocational training and educational support for gifted but underprivileged teenagers. These programs equip them with real-life skills and mentorship to break the cycle of poverty and build sustainable futures.

Rural Community Development

We support rural communities in Nigeria and across Africa with basic access to essential social amenities including clean water, health awareness campaigns, and infrastructure for healthier, dignified living.

Support for Caregivers & Missionaries

HPF provides gift aids, tools, and supplies to caregivers, missionaries, and volunteers serving in remote or underserved communities. These are the unsung heroes we stand behind.

Health Advocacy & Research Support

We champion better health outcomes for rural men and women through advocacy campaigns and partnerships. We also support institutional research into diseases such as prostate cancer, diabetes, and other neglected health concerns.

Why We Do What We Do

We believe everyone deserves dignity, opportunity, and care regardless of where they’re born or what they can afford. Our founder, Mr. Tunde Akande, personally funds HPF by allocating 30% of his companies’ profits worldwide to support its mission. We also welcome support from like-minded individuals and organizations who share our values and are passionate about transformation at the grassroots.

🎨 Our Logo Interpretation

Crown with Five Tops

Represents: Royalty, leadership, and excellence.

The five points stand for HPF’s foundational pillars — Legacy, Innovation, Impact, Integrity, and Service.

Rising Sun

Represents: Hope, vision, and a new dawn.

It signifies HPF’s commitment to illuminating the path for others and helping them rise — a future full of promise and progress.

Wave/Tide

Represents: Momentum, breakthrough, and progress.

The stylized wave suggests that HPF is a driving force that leads others forward, carving new paths in underserved places.

Shield

Represents: Protection, heritage, and honor.

The shield reflects HPF’s role as a guardian of dreams and values, standing firm to defend and nurture the visions that lead to true transformation.

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