ABOUT OUR INITIATIVE

Advocating Change

Inspired by a life-changing event, Greenleaf Development Initiative was established on September, 2020 in Kisumu, Kenya. We have become one of the most trusted and effective charitable foundations, working hard to improve the lives of those in need. Here you can learn more about who we are and what we do.

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Managing Director

George Omondi Owiti is the Directing Founder and project manager of the non- profit organization, Greenleaf Development Initiative serving orphans and vulnerable families in Kisumu, Kenya, East Africa. Their primary objectives are to advocate for rights to education, food, shelter, and proper basic care resources for children in need while strengthening families that are economically incapacitated.

George was born in December 1996 and lost his parents due to HIV/AIDS infection at the tender age of 7yrs. He was privileged to be raised at an Orphanage in Kenya for over 20yrs. His passion for serving the underprivileged has been fueled by his own personal life experience.

George is a contributing author in the international best-selling inspirational book for orphans and foster children, GoldenHeart II: We Are Your Family.

A young man with a giant heart, George believes that in his hands, there is space for more lives; when we contribute to others’ success with love, we provide space for more lives.

GREENLEAF DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE GIVES BACK

Providing Space for More Lives

At Greenleaf Development Initiative, we’re raising funds and promoting initiatives to help those who need it most. With an array of fundraising events and volunteer projects, we welcome you to join our endeavors aimed at making the world a better place.

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WHAT WE FIGHT FOR

Making the World a Better Place

Since our foundation in 2020, Greenleaf Development Initiative has been working day and night to achieve our main mission: to help alleviate the hardships faced by the people who need it the most. We get closer to this goal through our integrated efforts at our Charity. Want to find out how to get involved?

Charitable Giving

As a trusted charitable organization. We empower orphans and vulnerable children/families by providing them with skills that are necessary to negotiate support, develop self-reliance, and to grow physically, spiritually, academically, and financially. Many families within Kisumu-Kenya are child headed due to loss of parents either through HIV/AIDS or other related diseases/ailments which is the most deadly undeclared war in the country.
Nor words nor statistics can adequately capture human tragedy to children grieving for the dying/dead parents stigmatized by society through association with HIV/AIDS plunged into economic crisis and insecurity by their parent's death and struggling services or support systems in impoverished communities. Therefore, this foundation, has been initiated to help alleviate suffering of vulnerable families and Orphans.

WHAT WE DO

Breaking Barriers, Opening Doors

FIGHTING POVERTY

One of our goals is to ensure that the most vulnerable and at-risk groups in the greater Nyanza area are safe and have their basic needs taken care of. With your generous donations and volunteering efforts, you have the capacity to help us in our endeavour of Fighting Poverty.

These challenges are interconnected and often exacerbated by societal norms and cultural practices. To address these issues, it is crucial to promote gender equality, empower women, and create supportive environments that enable them to reach their full potential.

Empowering the boy child is crucial as well for creating a more equitable and just society. Here are some strategies to empower the boy child:

*Education:* * *Quality Education:* Ensure access to quality education, including early childhood development programs.

* *Life Skills:* Teach essential life skills like problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making.

* *Mentorship:* Provide male role models who can guide and support boys.

*Health and Well-being:* * *Physical Health:* Promote healthy lifestyles, including regular exercise and balanced diets.

* *Mental Health:* Address mental health issues and provide counseling services.

* *Sexual Health:* Educate boys about sexual health, consent, and responsible relationships.

*Positive Masculinity:* * *Challenge Gender Stereotypes:* Promote positive masculinity that values empathy, respect, and non-violence.

* *Emotional Intelligence:* Encourage boys to express their emotions healthily.

* *Conflict Resolution:* Teach peaceful conflict resolution skills. *Community Involvement:* * *Volunteer Opportunities:* Encourage boys to participate in community service.

* *Youth Groups:* Create safe spaces for boys to connect with peers and mentors.

* *Sports and Recreation:* Promote sports and recreational activities to foster teamwork and leadership.

By implementing these strategies, we can empower the boy child to become responsible, compassionate, and successful individuals who contribute positively to their communities.

FEEDING CHILDREN

One of our main causes here at Greenleaf Development Initiative is Feeding Children, an issue that touches many lives, particularly those in the greater Nyanza region. We spend a significant portion of our resources on tackling this problem. See how you can help by reading more or contacting one of our representatives.

We rely on support from people like you to create sustainable change. The financial aid we receive makes a big difference in how we conduct our programs here at Greenleaf Development Initiative. However, if you prefer to donate your time and energy, we’d love to use your skills and talents in a capacity that helps the lives of our charity's recipients.

"Jesus said: Whatever you do for the least of my brothers and sisters - you do it for me"!

VOLUNTEER YOUR TIME

Change a Life

Are you looking to support Greenleaf Development Initiative? We’d love to receive your help, and so will the community we provide for.However you are able to help, we can assure you that it will have a major impact on the lives of many.

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Want to make a positive impact in our community? It really is as simple as making a donation. No amount of time or money is too small or too large! We appreciate all the help you can provide and guarantee that it will be put to excellent use. Contact us to learn more about what we do with the donations we receive.