Transforming Lives. Empowering Communities. Building Sustainable Futures.
How we started and where we're going
We transform lives through hope and action by working with families and communities to provide holistic support that ensures every child’s education, health, nutrition, and family stability are protected.
Our approach is grounded in thorough needs assessment and personalized support, recognizing that every child’s situation is unique. From orphans requiring guardianship and family-based care, to children with disabilities needing specialized and inclusive support, to families facing extreme poverty, we respond with interventions tailored to each child’s circumstances.
Founded: September 2025
Our guiding principles in child rehabilitation
A society where children, youth, women and persons living with disabilities are empowered to achieve their full potential and build sustainable futures
To protect, nurture, and empower vulnerable children, youth, women, and persons living with disabilities by promoting their physical, emotional, social, and economic well-being. Through education, healthcare, nutrition, sustainable livelihoods, environmental stewardship, and community-driven development initiatives, we strengthen families and communities to become resilient, inclusive, and self-reliant.
Comprehensive assessment and personalized support
Providing life-changing services to protect, support, and empower children
Children who have lost one or both parents, requiring guardianship support, psychosocial care, and comprehensive family assistance.
Children requiring specialized support, assistive devices, inclusive education, and disability-specific healthcare interventions.
Children from households with no stable livelihood, unable to meet basic needs for education, food, health, and shelter.
Children with ongoing medical conditions requiring continuous treatment, medication, and specialized healthcare access.
Children from households headed by single parents facing economic challenges and needing family support programs.
Children with irregular or no school attendance due to financial, health, or family-related barriers to education.
Dedicated professionals committed to child welfare
Program Manager - Healthcare
Medical doctor specializing in pediatric care with a passion for community health. Coordinates our healthcare interventions and partnerships with medical facilities.
Education Coordinator
Former primary school teacher with 10 years experience. Manages school enrollment, attendance monitoring, and educational support programs for vulnerable children.
Social Worker
Licensed social worker specializing in child psychology and trauma. Provides psychosocial support to children and families, particularly orphans and abuse survivors.
Chairman
Otumbo Vincent is a purpose-driven leader, strategic consultant, and digital creator focused on building Africa’s future through leadership development, skills empowerment, and impact-oriented consulting.
Leadership and governance oversight
Chairman Board Member
Otumbo Vincent is a purpose-driven leader, strategic consultant, and digital creator focused on advancing Africa’s development through leadership growth, skills empowerment, and impact-oriented consulting. He brings strategic insight into organizational leadership, innovation, and capacity building, supporting the Foundation’s mission of community empowerment and sustainable development.
Treasurer Board Member
Betty Mutuku serves as the Board Treasurer of Memsap Foundation, providing oversight in financial management, budgeting, and accountability. She is responsible for supporting transparent financial processes and ensuring proper allocation and utilization of resources in line with the Foundation’s goals. Her role strengthens financial integrity and contributes to effective governance and sustainable program implementation.
Secretary Board Member
Esther Nzaro is a governance and administration professional with experience in organizational coordination, documentation, and stakeholder communication. She brings strong organizational and communication skills that support effective board operations, accurate record-keeping, and efficient decision-making processes. Through her role at Memsap Foundation, she contributes to strengthening accountability, transparency, and structured governance systems within the organization.
Legal Board Member
A Kenyan legal professional and advocate with expertise in law, governance, public participation, and community-based research. He provides strategic guidance to the Foundation in governance, legal oversight, and program development, ensuring transparency, accountability, and a strong community-centered and impact-driven approach.
CEO & Board Member
Celestine Waweru is the Founder and Board Member of Memsap Foundation, committed to advancing child welfare, community empowerment, and inclusive development. She provides strategic leadership in guiding the Foundation’s programs, partnerships, and community engagement initiatives. She is also actively involved in reforestation activities, supporting environmental conservation and sustainability efforts within communities.
Communities we serve across the region
Our Community Children Program operates across multiple counties, wards, and villages.
Kilifi, Wajir, Mombasa, Kwale, Turkana
Bamba
Kavunzoni
Measurable change in children's lives
Collaboration for greater impact
We work closely with various stakeholders to deliver comprehensive support.
Partnerships with County Departments of Health, Education, and Children's Services. Collaboration with Area Chiefs and Village Administrators for community-level coordination.
Strategic partnerships with local health facilities including Kiambu Level 5 Hospital, various health centers, and private clinics. NHIF/SHA enrollment support and coordination with medical providers for specialized care.
Collaboration with primary and secondary schools to monitor attendance, provide school supplies, and ensure enrolled children receive necessary support. Partnership with Teachers Service Commission for educational quality assurance.
Working with local CBOs, religious institutions, and women's groups to identify vulnerable children and provide community-based support networks.
Technical support partnerships with organizations specializing in child protection, education, and healthcare to enhance program effectiveness.
Our commitment to responsible stewardship
Detailed accounting of donations and fund allocation across programs.
View FinancialsRegister vulnerable children through our Community Children Program for personalized support.