Our Story of Purpose & Compassion

From two children in Awendo to 10+ communities transformed. Discover the heart behind the mission.

Community members and students at Steve Thami Foundation outreach in Migori County, Kenya
Since 2018
OUR STORY

How It All Began

2018

Dr. Steve George, a medical practitioner, and Fidelis Thami, an accountant, began supporting two vulnerable children in Awendo, Migori County — using only their own resources.

2019

The impact grew to nine children receiving education, healthcare, and mentorship. The community took notice. More hands joined.

2021

The Steve Thami Foundation was officially registered, formalizing a movement across four pillars: Education, Environment, Youth & Women Empowerment, and Community Health.

Today

10+ communities transformed. Hundreds of lives touched. A registered charity with a growing global donor community.

Caring is Us

Our motto, our identity, our daily practice. Not just words — a commitment to every child, every family, every community we serve.

Vision, Mission & Values

The principles that guide every decision and every dollar

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Our Vision

A world where every community has the resources, knowledge, and opportunity to thrive -- where no child goes without education, no family without healthcare, and no future without hope.

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Our Mission

To transform communities in Migori County and beyond through evidence-based programs in education, environmental conservation, youth & women empowerment, and community health -- with radical transparency and accountability.

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Our Motto

"Caring is Us" -- not just words, but a daily practice. Every program, every decision, every interaction is guided by genuine compassion for the people we serve and the communities we empower.

Our Core Values

The unwavering commitments that define who we are

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Human Dignity

We respect the inherent worth and rights of every individual. Communities, not organizations, drive our direction.

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Equity & Justice

We champion fairness in resource distribution. Those most marginalized receive our most focused support.

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Compassionate Action

We stand in solidarity with the vulnerable. Empathy guides strategy. Love motivates every program.

Complete Integrity

We operate with radical transparency. Every transaction tracked. Every claim verified. Trust earned daily.

Our Journey

Key milestones in our growth and impact

2018

The Spark

Dr. Steve George and Fidelis Thami begin supporting 2 vulnerable children in Awendo, Migori County with personal resources. A vision for community transformation is born.

2019

Growing Impact

Support expands to 9 children. Community members begin volunteering. The informal support network gains recognition across the region.

2021

Official Registration

Steve Thami Foundation is officially registered as a charity. Four pillars established: Education, Environment, Youth & Women Empowerment, and Community Health.

2023

Scaling Across Communities

Programs expand to 30+ communities. First reforestation campaigns launched. Women's economic empowerment programs begin transforming households.

2025

10+ Communities Strong

150 children supported. 3,000 acres reforested. 200 women empowered. Digital transparency platform launched. Global donor community established.

LEADERSHIP

Our Team

The voices behind the vision — dedicated individuals driving our mission forward.

George Steve - Co-Founder and Director, Steve Thami Foundation Kenya

George Steve

Co-Founder & Director

A passionate medical practitioner who co-founded the organization in 2018. Dr. Steve brings healthcare expertise and a deep commitment to community wellbeing.

At Steve Thami Foundation, we believe true impact is measured by lives transformed.

Through education excellence, environmental stewardship, youth and women empowerment, and community health access, we are building sustainable pathways for communities to thrive.

Our mission is not just to support — but to empower, uplift, and create lasting change for generations to come. Together, we are shaping a future of dignity, opportunity, and hope.

George Steve
Fidelis Thami - Co-Founder and Director, Steve Thami Foundation Kenya

Fidelis Thami

Co-Founder & Director

An accountant by profession, Fidelis ensures every shilling is tracked and accounted for. Her financial expertise drives the foundation's radical transparency.

Our work is rooted in purpose and driven by people.

Every initiative we undertake reflects our commitment to equity, sustainability, and community-driven development across our four core pillars.

We are proud to partner with communities, stakeholders, and supporters who share our vision — because lasting transformation happens when we move forward together.

Fidelis Thami
Omondi Agengo - Programs Coordinator, Steve Thami Foundation Kenya

Omondi Agengo

Programs Coordinator

Designs and implements all foundation programs, ensuring measurable impact across education, environment, empowerment, and health initiatives.

At the heart of our programs is impact you can see and feel.

We design and implement initiatives that directly support education, environmental care, empowerment, and accessible healthcare, ensuring every effort creates real change on the ground.

Our focus is simple: deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes that improve lives and strengthen communities every day.

Omondi Agengo
Yuval Michael - Liaison & Communication Staff, Steve Thami Foundation Kenya

Yuval Michael

Liaison & Communication Staff

Coordinates stakeholder engagement and communication, ensuring clear, timely, and effective connection between the foundation, communities, partners, and supporters.

The foundation of lasting impact is meaningful communication — built on trust, transparency, and genuine connection.

We bridge the gap between our mission and the communities we serve, ensuring every stakeholder — from donors to beneficiaries to partners — feels heard, informed, and valued at every step.

Every interaction is handled with clarity, professionalism, and empathy — strengthening relationships and advancing the mission of the foundation.

Yuval Michael

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