About Us
Our Vision
Our vission at TENFoundation is to create a society where everyone—regardless of age—is embraced and empowered with opportunities for growth, contribution, and fulfillment throughout life.
Our Mission
We exist to equip future generations with knowledge and resources for confident, healthy, and financially secure aging, while empowering older adults to live with dignity and purpose as valuable contributors to society.
Meet the Founder
Meet Ernest Mbanefo – Founder, TenFoundation
Ernest Mbanefo is a seasoned professional whose life and work have spanned corporate boardrooms, infrastructure projects, social development spaces, and faith-based leadership. With over three decades of experience, Ernest has cultivated a strong passion for personal reinvention, elder empowerment, and purposeful aging.
The idea for TenFoundation was sparked by a recurring observation: people nearing retirement—or already there—often feel unprepared, undervalued, and isolated. Meanwhile, younger adults are racing through life without a plan for long-term stability or emotional well-being.
After remolding these insights into action, Ernest launched TenFoundation with a clear vision:
to prepare individuals across all generations for aging well—mentally, emotionally, and financially—and to help the elderly live lives of dignity and contribution.
TenFoundation stands today as a reflection of Ernest’s deep belief that:
- Aging should be a time of growth, not decline
- Retirement should be intentional and meaningful, not accidental
- Younger generations need mentors, not just role models
“We cannot afford a society that forgets its elderly or fails to prepare its youth. At TenFoundation, we do both—with care, structure, and purpose.”
— Ernest Mbanefo
Through TenFoundation, Ernest continues to lead programs that span mentoring, retirement planning, financial literacy, healthy aging, and personal transformation for those 18 and above.
Team members
Anthonia Bakare is the Development Director at TenFoundation, bringing nearly two decades of experience in driving impactful programs and managing strategic partnerships across the non-profit and donor-funded sectors. A qualified lawyer and seasoned development leader, she combines operational excellence with a deep commitment to human development. Her expertise in fundraising, proposal development, and donor engagement plays a key role in advancing TenFoundation’s mission to empower people of all ages to live with dignity and purpose.
Prior to joining TenFoundation, Anthonia led end-to-end partnership management for community-based and civil society organizations, ensuring transparency and measurable impact. She is known for her collaborative approach, strategic thinking, and passion for equity and inclusion. At TenFoundation, she is leading innovative resource mobilization strategies to drive sustainable change across aging and intergenerational programs.
Core Strengths: Strategic Fundraising | Donor Relations | Proposal Development | Partnership Management | Program Oversight | Capacity Building
Nne Mbanefo is the Director of External Relations & Partnerships at TenFoundation, where she leads strategic collaborations, donor engagement, and partnership initiatives that support the organization’s mission of empowering individuals across all stages of life. With a rich background in education, advocacy, and enterprise development, Nne brings a unique blend of relational intelligence and vision to her role—ensuring that every partnership strengthens TenFoundation’s impact in promoting dignity, wellness, and lifelong learning.
Her career began with advocacy for orphaned and vulnerable children, sparking a passion for equitable access to education and holistic development. Beyond her work with TenFoundation, she runs a successful health-focused business, reflecting her commitment to well-being and sustainability. Nne’s ability to merge social impact with business strategy has positioned her as a key driver of meaningful donor alliances and intergenerational empowerment efforts.
Core Strengths: Strategic Partnerships | Donor Engagement | Advocacy | Program Development | Health & Wellness Promotion | Community Impact
Meet our mentors
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Meet Dave
At the heart of TenFoundation is Ernest’s conviction that no one should walk the path of aging, reinvention, or transition alone. The foundation blends professional expertise, community wisdom, and faith-informed values to help people write their best chapters—no matter when they begin.
Our programs continue to inspire hope, restore dignity, and cultivate communities that cherish both the energy of youth and the wisdom of age.
Meet Dave
At the heart of TenFoundation is Ernest’s conviction that no one should walk the path of aging, reinvention, or transition alone. The foundation blends professional expertise, community wisdom, and faith-informed values to help people write their best chapters—no matter when they begin.
Our programs continue to inspire hope, restore dignity, and cultivate communities that cherish both the energy of youth and the wisdom of age.
Meet Dave
At the heart of TenFoundation is Ernest’s conviction that no one should walk the path of aging, reinvention, or transition alone. The foundation blends professional expertise, community wisdom, and faith-informed values to help people write their best chapters—no matter when they begin.
Our programs continue to inspire hope, restore dignity, and cultivate communities that cherish both the energy of youth and the wisdom of age.
Meet Dave
At the heart of TenFoundation is Ernest’s conviction that no one should walk the path of aging, reinvention, or transition alone. The foundation blends professional expertise, community wisdom, and faith-informed values to help people write their best chapters—no matter when they begin.
Our programs continue to inspire hope, restore dignity, and cultivate communities that cherish both the energy of youth and the wisdom of age.
Meet Dave
At the heart of TenFoundation is Ernest’s conviction that no one should walk the path of aging, reinvention, or transition alone. The foundation blends professional expertise, community wisdom, and faith-informed values to help people write their best chapters—no matter when they begin.
Our programs continue to inspire hope, restore dignity, and cultivate communities that cherish both the energy of youth and the wisdom of age.
Meet Dave
At the heart of TenFoundation is Ernest’s conviction that no one should walk the path of aging, reinvention, or transition alone. The foundation blends professional expertise, community wisdom, and faith-informed values to help people write their best chapters—no matter when they begin.
Our programs continue to inspire hope, restore dignity, and cultivate communities that cherish both the energy of youth and the wisdom of age.
Our Founder’s Story: Ernest Mbanefo & the Birth of TenFoundation
TenFoundation began as more than just an idea—it was a burden, a calling, and ultimately, a personal mission for its founder, Ernest Mbanefo.
With a rich background spanning corporate leadership, civil infrastructure, business strategy, and faith-based community work, Ernest had walked with people across many stages of life. Over the years, he noticed a recurring pattern: many individuals, especially those nearing retirement or already in their later years, felt lost, unprepared, or undervalued. Even those who had achieved success in their careers often lacked the tools, clarity, or emotional readiness for the next chapter.
After working with various nonprofits and mentoring younger professionals, Ernest came to a striking realization—while we spend years preparing people for work, very few are prepared for life after work. Similarly, many in their 20s to 40s drift without intentionality, lacking clarity about the future and unprepared for the realities of aging.
Then came a turning point.
Ernest began to reflect deeply on his own purpose, and the concept that “aging should not mean fading away—it should be about rising into purpose, contribution, and dignity.” This conviction led to the founding of TenFoundation—a platform to support people across generations in preparing for, transitioning into, and thriving through the latter stages of life.
The name TEN—representing Transformation, Empowerment, and Nurture—captures Ernest’s vision of a world where every person, regardless of age, can be equipped to live meaningfully and finish strong.
The TenFoundation Journey
Since its founding, TenFoundation has grown from a single vision into a multi-faceted movement. Under Ernest’s leadership, we’ve:
- Designed and delivered mentoring and coaching programs for adults aged 18 to 70+ to support transitions, personal growth, and legacy building.
- Created intergenerational workshops and community events focused on career reinvention, financial literacy, emotional resilience, and dignified living.
- Built a platform for volunteerism, wellness education, and life planning that is accessible and relatable to people across life stages.
- Fostered community dialogue around aging, purpose, and support systems, helping many reframe what it means to grow older.
TenFoundation is rooted in the belief that everyone deserves to age with confidence, purpose, and grace, and that younger generations must be equipped to embrace life with wisdom, not just ambition.
What Drives Us
At the heart of TenFoundation is Ernest’s conviction that no one should walk the path of aging, reinvention, or transition alone. The foundation blends professional expertise, community wisdom, and faith-informed values to help people write their best chapters—no matter when they begin.
Our programs continue to inspire hope, restore dignity, and cultivate communities that cherish both the energy of youth and the wisdom of age.
Looking Forward
Ernest Mbanefo’s vision for TenFoundation is still unfolding. As we scale our reach, deepen our resources, and strengthen our partnerships, we remain committed to building a society where people are not just aging—but flourishing. Whether it’s a 28-year-old preparing for the future, a 56-year-old rediscovering their strength, or a 72-year-old redefining their legacy, TenFoundation exists to serve them all.
This is our story.
This is your opportunity.
Let’s build the future with wisdom—together.