Glenda Phillips Lee Foundation

22/09/2024

"DO IT AND DO IT WELL"... Quote Hyeyong Lee Hendricks

20/09/2024

Facts of Life in Pre-Colonial African Communities

Before the onset of European colonialism and the transatlantic slave trade, African societies were rich in culture, tradition, and innovation. These communities developed complex civilizations with advanced knowledge in various fields, including architecture, science, art, governance, and spirituality. Some key facts include:
1. Ancient African Kingdoms: Africa was home to powerful kingdoms such as Ancient Egypt, the Kingdom of Kush, the Kingdom of Ghana, the Mali Empire, and the Kingdom of Benin. These civilizations made significant contributions to human knowledge, including early mathematics, astronomy, and medicine. For example, Ancient Egyptians built the pyramids and were pioneers in fields like medicine and architecture.
2. Trade and Wealth: African empires like Mali (under Mansa Musa) were among the wealthiest in the world. Mansa Musa's legendary pilgrimage to Mecca in the 14th century showcased the immense wealth and influence of the region, with vast amounts of gold that astonished the world.
3. Diverse Cultures and Languages: Africa is home to thousands of distinct languages and ethnic groups, each with its own unique traditions, art forms, and governance structures. Communities such as the Zulu, Yoruba, Ashanti, and Maasai are known for their rich oral traditions, artistic achievements, and well-established systems of leadership.
4. African Spirituality: African societies held deep spiritual beliefs centered around a connection with nature, ancestors, and a divine creator. Traditional African religions emphasized community, morality, and harmony with the environment. The Yoruba Ifá system, for instance, is a spiritual practice that is still influential today, with its focus on divination, morality, and respect for natural elements.
5. Art and Innovation: African art, including sculpture, textiles, and jewelry, has influenced the global art world for centuries. In addition to aesthetics, African craftsmanship was highly advanced in metallurgy, with societies like the Nok in Nigeria known for creating intricate terracotta sculptures and working with iron long before many other civilizations.

09/07/2024

The sanctity of love lies in its pure, unselfish, and unconditional nature. It transcends time and circumstances, binding souls together with an invisible yet unbreakable thread. Love, in its truest form, is sacred; it respects, nurtures, and uplifts, creating a sanctuary where hearts can find solace, joy, and a profound sense of connection. Honor and cherish this sanctity, for it is the essence that makes life meaningful and beautiful.

18/06/2024

12/06/2024

You are not a victim God set you up.

28/05/2024

For I was hungry, and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.

28/05/2024

The Glenda Phillips-Lee Foundation

For I was hungry, and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.

P.O BOX 30-00618 Nairobi, Kenya
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Table of Contents
Introduction
Objectives
Thematic Areas
Beneficiaries
Success Stories
Introduction
The Glenda Phillips-Lee Foundation is a registered organization under the Societies Act (Cap 108) in Kenya. Officially registered on July 7th, 2017, with certificate No. SOC/76334, the Foundation is non-political and based in Nairobi, Kenya, dedicated to improving the lives of the needy in the community.

Objectives
Our key objectives include:

Community-Based Projects: Encourage and facilitate sustainable community projects to improve the welfare of needy children.
Development Promotion: Support the overall development of aged people, orphans, and needy children.
Resource Facilitation: Provide resources and technology to support physical, aged, and needy children.
Family Reunification: Reunite street children with their families wherever possible.
Member Unity: Unite members who share the same mission and vision.
Public Relations: Promote good public relations among members.
Resource Pooling: Encourage members to pool resources to improve social and economic standards.
Community Project Support: Advise and support the formation of community-based projects.
Youth Opportunities: Explore opportunities for youth development projects.
Poverty Alleviation: Fight poverty among the youth, aged, single parents, orphans, and children.
Youth Sensitization: Sensitize youth on their role in community development.
Project Initiation: Initiate and support community-based development projects.
Boy Child Training: Provide training to street boys to help them achieve their potential.
Thematic Areas
Feeding Program
The Foundation provides food and clothing to street families in Nairobi, targeting to feed 50 street children daily, aged 5 to 17 years. This program helps identify children in need of medical assistance, housing, and clothing.

Mentorship
We offer mentorship programs focusing on personal growth and self-realization. We partner with professionals to impart knowledge and wisdom for positive change.

Economic and Social Empowerment
We provide life skills and resources to help beneficiaries start businesses and community development projects.

Purity Program
Founded on Christian values, we advocate for purity before marriage, targeting young adults and youth.

Beneficiaries
Street Families
We provide life skills and training to street families, aiming to reunite them with their families. Street life exposes children to various dangers, and we strive to offer them a better future.

Old Grannies
We empower the aged by ensuring they are cared for and, where possible, economically empowered.

Orphans and Vulnerable Children
We initiate projects to eradicate poverty among orphans and vulnerable children, promoting self-realization and life skills to help them achieve their potential.

Success Stories
Peter's Story
Peter, a 14-year-old boy, was living on the streets of Nairobi after losing his mother. The Foundation located Peter and reunited him with his critically ill father. We are enrolling him in a rehabilitation facility, providing basic needs and education.

Spirit of Mercy Children’s Orphanage
We dedicated our service to Spirit of Mercy Children’s Orphanage in Nairobi, which caters to 35 children. Our team provided food, shelter, clothing, and education, spending a day cleaning and praying with the children in the spirit of community service.

Join us in making a difference. Your support can transform lives.
Contact us at: [email protected]

28/05/2024

It is important to connect with the whole.

22/05/2024

🌟 Sometimes we feel left behind, overlooked, or forgotten. But today, I was reminded of something powerful: God has a purpose for each of us. 💫

I was complaining about being left behind, but God said no, I am using you to push people in the right direction. 🙌❤️

Remember, even when it feels like we're not where we want to be, we might be exactly where we need to be for others. Let's embrace our roles and trust His plan. 🌈✨

08/05/2024

"Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously."

03/05/2024

Your Role Matters, But It's Not the Whole Story. Many will get written out of the script. So remember, If you leave it's not the end of my story it's the end of the part you played in my story.