Message from The Director

“Predict the future by creating it. You didn’t come this far to stop.”

At the heart of our work is a simple but powerful belief: communities thrive best when they are empowered to lead their own development. In Kangundo and beyond, we are committed to unlocking the potential of young people, uplifting women, improving access to quality healthcare, and advancing sustainable development that lasts for generations.

Our vision is to build thriving, empowered, and self-reliant communities where every young person, woman, and family has access to opportunity, dignity, health, and sustainable growth. We believe that meaningful change happens when people are not treated as passive recipients of support, but as active leaders, innovators, and decision-makers in shaping their own future.

This approach aligns with the values of community empowerment organizations worldwide that champion inclusive, locally driven, and people-centered development. By investing in leadership, skills, and systems at the grassroots level, we are laying the foundation for long-term impact.

Nestled in the heart of Eastern Kenya near Nairobi, Kangundo is a vibrant town rich in cultural heritage and strong community spirit. It is the perfect foundation for our mission — empowering communities, one village at a time.

Together, we are not just imagining a better future. We are creating it.

About Elizabeth Nzisa Masaku

The Elizabeth Nzisa Masaku Foundation is a nonprofit organisation based in Kangundo, Kenya, dedicated to uplifting communities through strategic programs in youth empowerment, women’s leadership, healthcare, and sustainable community development. Our work is rooted in real stories, lasting partnerships, and measurable community impact.

Our Mission

Key Focus

To build thriving, empowered, and self-reliant communities in Kangundo and beyond, where every young person, woman, and family has access to opportunity, dignity, health, and sustainable growth.

This vision reflects a future where individuals and communities are not just recipients of support but active leaders of their own development — a focus shared by community empowerment organizations working toward inclusive, locally-driven impact

Our Services

Serving Communities from the Heart of Kangundo, Kenya
Helping families thrive through leadership, health, and sustainable development.

Youth Growth

At the Elizabeth Nzisa Masaku Foundation, we believe that young people are the leaders of today and tomorrow. Our youth leadership programs are designed to cultivate confidence, foster personal growth, and equip young people with the skills they need to succeed — both personally and in service to their communities.

We equip young people with leadership skills, personal development opportunities, and tools for success — enabling them to become positive agents of change in their communities. Our approach includes a range of proven strategies that prepare youth to lead with purpose and impact.

Healthcare & Well-Being

At the Elizabeth Nzisa Masaku Foundation, we are committed to improving access to essential health services and promoting wellness across Kangundo and neighbouring communities. We recognise that health is a cornerstone of human dignity and sustainable development, and aim to ensure that every family can access the care and information they need to thrive.

We support improved health outcomes by promoting access to essential health information, services, and preventive care that uplift families and strengthen community health.

Our Key Focus

The Elizabeth Nzisa Masaku Foundation concentrates its efforts around four core areas of community transformation:

1. Youth Empowerment

We equip young people with leadership skills, personal development opportunities, and tools for success — enabling them to become positive agents of change in their communities.

2. Women’s Leadership

We champion the inclusion, confidence, and economic independence of women through leadership development, mentorship, and community-based programs that amplify women’s voices and opportunities.

3. Healthcare & Well-Being

We support improved health outcomes by promoting access to essential health information, services, and preventive care that uplift families and strengthen community health.

4. Sustainable Community Development

We foster long-term resilience by investing in sustainable programmes that enhance livelihoods, improve infrastructure, and support environmental stewardship — ensuring communities are better equipped for the future.

Our Home & Location

Nestled in the heart of Kangundo, Kenya, the Elizabeth Nzisa Masaku Foundation serves as a dedicated hub for community growth, support, and empowerment. Kangundo is a vibrant town in Machakos County in Eastern Kenya, known for its resilient communities and dynamic local culture.

Address

Kangundo, Machakos County, Kenya

Hours

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm