A distinguished member of the DWP Academy, Roland Frimpong Nyarko, popularly known as Championrolie, hosted a heartwarming outreach event for street children on Sunday, June 30.

This is the third time the talented dancer has brought smiles to the faces of children through his philanthropic gesture.

Held under the theme "Clothe A Child, Change A Life", the event took place at the Wembley Sports Complex in Kotobabi.

Through the Championrolie Foundation, the initiative successfully clothed 1,000 street kids, and provided educational materials and food.

The day brimmed with excitement as the children indulged in a fun fair, featuring bouncy castles, eating competition, video games, a lime-and-spoon race, and other entertaining activities.

As the sun shone brightly, the lively atmosphere united children from across Kotobabi in celebration.

Adding to the excitement, Britain's Got Talent finalist, Afronotaaa made a special appearance at the event.

The kids were also excited to see other members of the DWP Academy.

In addition to the program, a freestyle dance session was introduced where young talented dancers showcased their skills.

From this display, 10 promising dancers were chosen to be mentored by Championrolie and join the foundation's dance initiatives.

Members of the DWP Academy, who were present, performed and entertained the kids; enhancing the day's magic.

Speaking during the event, Championrolie said that it has been his dream to help children who are less fortunate.

He noted that he chose Kotobabi as the location for this outreach because he grew up there and knows how it feels to have nothing at home.

“What motivated me was that, growing up, I lived with my parents until I left home. I always saw my mom give to the people of the society. She will cook and not share with us alone but will extend it to the outside people.

“I have learned this traits from her. I love to give so when I got to this stage of my professional dance career, I decided to go out and help the people on the streets,” he said.

The DWP Academy dancer added that these streets kids are suffering, hence the reason he created the foundation to help support and put smiles on their faces.

"This foundation is there to help them and give them that hope.”

Championrolie also urged the government and other institutions to join in supporting street children, and ensuring that their dreams are not left unfulfilled.

The Championrolie Foundation, launched in December last year, has consistently aimed to support less fortunate children.

Its first outreach event provided meals to 500 street children, and in March 2023, the foundation organized a free health screening for children living on the streets.