Email us: info@gatesofhopecare.com Location: Metameta house Kiganjo, Thika
About Us
About Us
OVERVIEW
We are a faith-driven non-profit organization dedicated to transforming lives through holistic community development. By addressing malnutrition, empowering individuals through entrepreneurship, and sharing the Gospel, we tackle both physical and spiritual needs. Our approach breaks cycles of poverty and hunger while fostering self-reliance, innovation, and spiritual growth. We believe that when people are nourished, empowered, and grounded in faith, they can unlock their full potential and build thriving communities for generations to come.
Our Vision
To create a healthier Kenyan community, where every child thrives free from malnutrition through accessible, sustainable, and innovative nutritional interventions in working towards realization of their individual and collective common aspirations.
Our Mission
Gates of Hope is dedicated to combating malnutrition and enhancing community health in Kenya by providing comprehensive nutritional assessments, counseling, and targeted supplementation, alongside quality primary healthcare services, in partnership with local communities and stakeholders.
Our Values
Guided by compassion, integrity, innovation, equity, and sustainability, Gates of Hope delivers empathetic care through transparent community partnerships, ensuring every child has access to the nutrition and healthcare they need to thrive.
Our Story
Who We Are
We are a non-profit organization committed to transforming lives through a holistic approach to human development. Our mission is threefold:
Combating Malnutrition – We work to eliminate malnutrition in vulnerable communities by providing nutritional education, food assistance, and sustainable agricultural solutions. Our goal is to ensure that every child and adult has access to the nourishment they need to thrive physically and mentally.
Entrepreneurship Awareness & Empowerment – We believe in the power of self-reliance. Through training programs, mentorship, and access to resources, we equip individuals—especially youth and women—with the tools and knowledge they need to start and grow their own businesses. We aim to foster innovation, financial independence, and long-term community development.
Spreading the Word of God – At the heart of our mission is the Gospel. We are dedicated to sharing the love and truth of Jesus Christ through outreach, discipleship programs, and community fellowship. We believe spiritual growth is essential to true transformation.
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IMPACT
Our organization creates lasting change by addressing three critical pillars of personal and community development: nutrition, entrepreneurship, and faith.
- Healthier Communities through Nutrition Support
- Reduced malnutrition rates among children and adults through targeted feeding programs and nutritional education
- Improved health outcomes, especially in underserved and rural areas
- Empowered families with knowledge and resources to grow and prepare nutritious food
- Economic Empowerment through Entrepreneurial Awareness
- Increased self-employment and small business creation among youth and women
- Greater financial independence in marginalized communities
- Development of local economies through innovation, skills training, and micro-enterprise support
- Spiritual Growth and Faith-Based Transformation
- Lives changed through the sharing of the Gospel and Christ-centered mentorship
- Strengthened families and communities rooted in biblical values
- Raised leaders who serve with integrity, compassion, and purpose.
About Us
HOW TO GET INVOLVED
- 1. Volunteer Your Time
- Community Outreach: Help distribute food, run awareness campaigns, or support our medical and nutritional outreach programs.
- Skill-Based Volunteering: Share your expertise in business, agriculture, health, education, or media.
- Evangelism Teams: Join us in spreading the Gospel through local missions, Bible studies, or discipleship programs.
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- Partner Financially
- Make a Donation: Your financial gift helps fund our feeding programs, training sessions, and ministry activities.
- Sponsor a Project: Invest in specific initiatives—such as building a nutrition center, launching a skills workshop, or printing Gospel materials.
- Corporate or Church Partnerships: Collaborate with us through CSR initiatives, missions partnerships, or regular giving.
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- Spread the Word
- Social Media Advocacy: Share our mission, stories, and campaigns online to raise awareness and inspire others.
- Host an Awareness Event: Organize a fundraiser, prayer meeting, or info session in your church, school, or workplace.
- Invite Us to Speak: We’re available to speak at churches, conferences, or community events to share about our impact.
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- 4. Pray With Us
- We believe in the power of prayer. Join us in praying for the people we serve, the work we do, and for God’s wisdom and provision in all areas of the mission.
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- Start a Local Chapter or Initiative
- Be a local ambassador by starting a group in your city or community focused on our mission areas—nutrition, entrepreneurship, and spiritual outreach.
Leadership
OUR LEADERSHIP
Gates of Hope Foundation is guided by a diverse leadership team that brings together clinical excellence, international healthcare experience, and deep community roots. Our leaders combine decades of hands-on medical practice with strategic vision, ensuring every program we implement is both compassionate and sustainable. With expertise spanning nursing, public health, organizational development, and healthcare administration, our team has served in government hospitals, private facilities, NGOs, and international missions across Kenya, the United States, and throughout Africa. This collective experience—from frontline patient care to executive management, from academic research to community mobilization—enables us to design and deliver programs that are evidence-based, culturally sensitive, and built to last. Our leadership has been recognized with national and international awards, including presidential commendations and African Union honors, reflecting a shared commitment to excellence that drives every aspect of our work. Together, we foster a culture of continuous learning, accountability, and innovation, empowering our staff of 37 professionals to provide the highest quality care while building the sustainable healthcare infrastructure our communities deserve.
Richard Areba
(Lead Program Director)
Richard brings over
15 years of nursing and healthcare management experience spanning Kenya and the United States. A dual-licensed Registered Nurse, he has received the Head of State Commendation (HSC) from the President of Kenya and a Gold Medal from the African Union for his exceptional service during the ASEOWA mission supporting Ebola response in West Africa.
Mrs. Todd, RN, BSN
(Technical Advisor)
As Assistant Professor of Nursing at Vincennes University-Jasper with over 20 years of distinguished nursing experience, Mrs. Todd brings academic rigor and evidence-based practice to our programs. Currently pursuing dual master's degrees in Public Health and Nursing Education, she specializes in rural health equity and innovative community health interventions.
Patrick N. Mutisya, CHRP-K
(Organizational Development Advisor)
Patrick contributes 22 years of organizational leadership and human resource management expertise. As a licensed Human Resource Practitioner and MBA holder in HRM, he has successfully led organizations managing over 1,200 staff and has extensive experience with government institutions and USAID-funded projects.
Kiburi Samwel Thambura
(Hospital Operations Director)
With over 15 years in healthcare administration, Kiburi previously served as General Manager at Gates of Hope (2021-2022) and has held leadership positions including Hospital Director/CEO at A.I.C Githumu Hospital. His expertise spans financial management, strategic operations, and community engagement, with a proven track record of achieving sustainable growth.
Partneships & Collaborations
Strategic Partner
Ministry of Health (MOH)
The Ministry of Health is the cornerstone of Kenya's public health system. Since Gates of Hope's registration in 2015, the MOH has been our primary strategic partner, ensuring our programs align with national health priorities and policies. Through this partnership, we integrate community-based interventions into the broader public health system, facilitate health facility inspections, enhance referral pathways, and ensure vulnerable populations receive holistic healthcare.
Strategic Partner
AMREF Health Africa
AMREF Health Africa is the continent's leading health development organization. Our partnership with AMREF has been instrumental in building the capacity of our health personnel through comprehensive training on infection control, reproductive health, and community health programming. Together, we co-develop training modules for community health workers, nutritionists, and peer educators, ensuring consistent, evidence-based messaging across all our outreach platforms.
Strategic Partner
Red Cross Kenya
The Kenya Red Cross Society is a humanitarian organization committed to saving lives and alleviating suffering. Throughout our collaboration, Red Cross Kenya has provided critical medical equipment, diagnostic tools, medical beds, and emergency kits. Their logistical expertise and established distribution networks support our ability to reach hard-to-reach rural areas, particularly during emergency situations and crisis response.
Academic & Research Partner
Egerton University
Egerton University is one of Kenya's leading institutions of higher learning. Through our internship and research collaboration, Egerton places nursing, nutrition, and public health students within our facilities for hands-on experience. This partnership strengthens our monitoring and evaluation capacity, with interns supporting data collection, beneficiary tracking, and impact assessments that enhance our evidence base.
Academic & Research Partner
USAID
In 2022, with support from the American People through USAID and Kenyatta University, Gates of Hope implemented the "Unmasking My Lonely Box" mental health project. This partnership enabled us to advocate for mental health awareness among adolescents and youth in Thika Sub-County, establishing a mental health clinic and integrated primary care model that continues to serve our community.
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