Our work is a commitment to walking alongside our most vulnerable neighbors—orphans, the poor, the sick, and the less privileged—not as distant benefactors, but as fellow community members. We believe that lasting change isn’t dropped from above; it’s grown from within, nurtured by compassion, and built on the unshakable dignity of every human being.
- Our Mission
When there is truly no family, we don’t look to an institution; we look next door. We recruit, train, and support extraordinary foster families right here in Limbe. These are ordinary people with extraordinary hearts, who open their homes.
Poverty and loss are traumatic. Our Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) program offers counseling and safe support groups. It’s a place where a grieving widow, an anxious adolescent, or a stressed caregiver can find a listening ear and practical coping strategies.
For our stellar students who make it to university or technical college entrance, the financial mountain gets even higher. Our Higher Education Scholarships support these young pioneers in fields like nursing, engineering, agriculture, and education.
- The Mbome Difference: How It All Weaves Together
Bridging the Gaps with The Mbome Foundation.
The Problem with Fragmented Aid
Traditional development models often treat symptoms in isolation—providing food without addressing income, offering medical care without preventing disease, or educating children without supporting their home environment. This fragmented approach creates dependency rather than empowerment, leaving beneficiaries vulnerable to the next crisis.
Crisis Stabilization & Trust Building (0-6 Months)
In this initial phase, we address immediate survival needs while establishing genuine relationships. Our social workers conduct comprehensive vulnerability assessments, provide emergency food and medical care, and begin the crucial work of understanding not just what people lack, but what strengths and assets they possess. This phase is about preventing further deterioration while laying groundwork for meaningful transformation.
Sustainable Independence & Community Integration (24+ Months)
The ultimate goal of all our work is to transition beneficiaries to full self-reliance. In this phase, we gradually reduce direct support while intensifying community integration efforts. Beneficiaries join savings groups, become mentors to newer participants, and often transition into volunteer roles within our foundation.
Our Four Pillars of Transformation
Child & Family Protection Program (CFPP)
We operate on the evidence-based principle that institutional care should be a last resort, and that every child’s right to family life must be protected whenever possible. Our approach is guided by the UN Guidelines for the Alternative Care of Children and informed by global best practices adapted to the Limbe context.
Kinship Care Strengthening Program
When biological parents cannot care for their children, our first preference is always extended family.
Kinship Caregiver Assessments:Â We conduct thorough home studies to ensure the kinship home is safe, loving, and capable of meeting the child’s needs.
Comprehensive Support Package:Â Approved kinship caregivers receive:
Monthly stipends adjusted for household size and local living costs
Regular training on child protection, nutrition, and education support
Respite care services to prevent caregiver burnout
Legal assistance to secure guardianship or custody documents
Community-Based Foster Care Development
For children without viable kinship options, we’ve developed a robust foster care system within Limbe.
Rigorous Recruitment & Screening:Â We recruit foster parents through community networks, churches, and local organizations. The screening process includes:
Multiple home visits and interviews
Background checks with local authorities
Reference checks from community leaders
Psychological assessments
Intensive Pre-Placement Training
Prospective foster parents complete a 12-week training curriculum covering:
Child development stages and needs
Trauma recovery and attachment building
Behavior management techniques
Cultural sensitivity and identity preservation
Navigating relationships with birth families
We believe health is a fundamental human right, not a privilege. Our approach combines preventive community health with curative care access, recognizing that sustainable health outcomes require addressing both immediate treatment needs and underlying determinants of health.
