Mama Christa Foundation

Mama Christa Foundation Kenya

Every child is a hope for the world


We are a non-profit registered association. Our purpose is to give needy children in Kenya a future.


Mama Christa Foundation was founded in 2019 with the aim of providing children, young adults and their families in non-residential settings educational, financial and psycho-social support.

We strive to support young people to live an independent life in and around Mombasa, Kenya.

The basis of our work forms the African Charta on the Rights and Welfare of the Child, the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, and the law of Kenya.


Goals:

Together we are supporting children in need. The children come from a background of:
Poverty, violence, orphaned, abuse and where children's rights are violated

We want the children, youth and young adults to become active members of their communities.
To make a difference and and give hope to others.
We buid an evironment of trust and safety for the children and give them all possible support to become strong and independent.

Vision

We, the Mama Christa Foundation (MCF) Family, strive to empower vulnerable children to live an independent life. Our goal furthermore includes enabling young adults to grow up as responsible members of the society who give hope to other children.

Our core values are:

  • Love
  • Cooperation
  • Teamwork
  • Respect
  • Trust
  • Education

sponsorships

A sponsorship creates long-term and sustainable change.

Running costs are supported with a monthly contribution. eg school fees, medical care, food, clothing and the salaries of social workers.

A project sponsorship benefits every child.


sponsorships

The team in Kenya

Norah Baraza

Project Manager: Norah's responsibility is to assess the individual needs of children, adolescents and young adults. Appropriate support programs are developed together with Linda. She is the contact person for the MCF children/young people and their family members. She is also the main contact to the German support association, with whom she is in regular contact.


Linda Atieno

Deputy Project Manager: Linda supports all activities and pending tasks as a project assistant. She already knows the children, adolescents and young adults from her time in the children's home and is a close confidante and mentor.


Dianne Butler

Dianne Buttler is the representative of the support association.

Dianne has been living in Mombasa for many years and supports various projects that help disadvantaged children in and around Mombasa.

She is the contact person for the Kenyan MCF team and annually reviews the finances of the Mama Christa Foundation.

Joshua Otieno

Joshua is the esteemed Chairman of MCF Kenya and a long-standing, loyal companion to our organization.

He maintains a trusting exchange with the children, the MCF Team Kenya, and the chairpersons of the support association in Germany.

He embodies our mission through his dedication and commitment, making him an indispensable part of the MCF family.


Jane Auma

Jane is the Deputy Chairperson of MCF Kenya and has a unique story.

She grew up in the SOH children's home with her two sisters and was later supported by MCF.

Jane has found her new home in Germany, where she pursues her studies as a kindergarten teacher with great enthusiasm.

Her personal story and experiences make her an important link between the teams in Kenya and Germany, as well as the children and young adults of MCF.

Her role with us is truly unique and valuable.


That's what our sponsors say

Angelika

“I am very touched by what handsome young people the children have become. Chapeau for both of you for never giving up, no matter how difficult it got, keep doing what you say, you grow up happy with the children and see the children, what could be nicer.”

 

Jochen

"Thank you very much for your great work and your commitment to the project! This is really great and has my full respect!

I feel it is a gift to know and support you and the MCF.”

Hanne and Bernd

"It's just great what you're doing.

The thanks of the children is your merit.

We wish you continued support.

With all my heart Hanne and Bernd”


Thea

"You are doing a wonderful job with a big heart. A big hug!"

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