About us
Biihima's Heart Foundation is a community-focused humanitarian and sustainable development organisation committed to empowering individuals, families and communities to build better, healthier, more resilient and self-sustaining lives.
Meaningful development requires investing in people, strengthening communities, creating opportunities, promoting dignity and equipping individuals with the resources and capabilities they need to improve their circumstances sustainably.
Where we work: Communities in Ghana, with the potential to expand across Africa and beyond.
The Queen and the Wa Naa
Our vision
To build empowered, healthy, educated, inclusive and economically resilient communities where every individual has the opportunity and resources to live with dignity and contribute to a sustainable future.
Our mission
To transform lives and strengthen communities through sustainable development initiatives, humanitarian support, education, healthcare, environmental protection and economic empowerment, while creating opportunities for individuals and communities to become self-reliant and resilient.
Why we exist
Many communities face several of these problems at the same time, so we work on them together.
- Children may lack adequate learning materials and conducive educational environments.
- Women and girls may face barriers to education, healthcare and economic participation.
- Rural farmers and small-scale processors may lack access to productive resources and affordable business materials.
- Elderly people and persons with limited financial means may struggle to access basic healthcare services and essential assistive products.
Our values
- Compassion
- We serve humanity with kindness, empathy and genuine concern for the wellbeing of others.
- Dignity
- We respect the worth of every individual and promote interventions that protect human dignity.
- Empowerment
- We equip people with the knowledge, resources and opportunities to improve their own lives.
- Sustainability
- We prioritise solutions that deliver lasting benefits beyond immediate interventions.
- Inclusiveness
- We promote equal opportunities and make sure vulnerable and marginalised people are not left behind.
- Integrity
- We uphold honesty, accountability, transparency and responsible stewardship of resources.
- Partnership
- We work with communities, institutions, government agencies, businesses and development partners.
- Innovation
- We encourage creative and practical approaches to solving community challenges.
How we work
The steps we follow when we plan and run a programme.
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Understand the need
We engage community leaders, schools, healthcare institutions, women's groups and other stakeholders to identify priority needs and the most appropriate interventions.
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Involve the community
Beneficiaries help identify challenges, design solutions and take part in implementation.
- 3
Partner to deliver
We work with government, district assemblies, schools, hospitals, businesses, NGOs, donors and traditional authorities.
- 4
Build for the long term
Where possible, donations come with education, training, mentorship and community capacity-building.
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Measure and report
Major interventions are documented and monitored to measure outputs, outcomes and long-term impact.
Who we serve
We choose beneficiaries by need, so that help reaches the people who need it most.
To empower underserved and vulnerable communities to achieve sustainable living through improved access to education, healthcare, economic opportunities, environmental resources and essential social services.
- Children from low-income and disadvantaged households
- Girls and young women experiencing period poverty
- Women in rural and informal economic activities
- Smallholder farmers and agricultural households
- Shea butter processors and other small-scale producers
- Elderly persons with limited social and financial support
- Persons with disabilities
- Marginalised and underserved communities
- Students and schools in disadvantaged areas
- Families facing economic hardship or emergencies
- People with limited access to essential healthcare
- Unemployed and underprivileged young people
Governance
To ensure transparency, credibility and effective delivery, the Foundation is setting up the following structure, together with safeguarding, financial management, procurement, conflict-of-interest and accountability policies.
Board of Trustees
- Strategic leadership and oversight
- Approves policies, budgets and priorities
- Ensures accountability and responsible governance
Executive Leadership
- Day-to-day organisational direction
- Leads fundraising, partnerships and programme development
- Oversees delivery of the mission
Programme Management
- Designs and implements programmes
- Coordinates field activities and beneficiary engagement
- Monitors programme performance
Finance and Administration
- Manages financial resources and administrative systems
- Maintains records and financial reports
- Ensures appropriate internal controls
Partnerships and Resource Mobilisation
- Builds relationships with donors and development partners
- Coordinates fundraising and sponsorship
- Identifies opportunities for collaboration
Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning
- Tracks programme performance
- Measures outcomes and impact
- Documents lessons and recommendations
We work with communities, schools, health facilities, businesses, government and other partners, and would like to hear from you.
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