Founded in 2007

Touching Lives Across Kenya

Empowering the forgotten boy child, supporting the elderly and disabled, and driving economic growth through sustainable humanitarian services across all 47 counties since 2007.

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47

Counties Covered

935

Wards Reached

1.2M

Trees to Plant

2007

Registered as CBO

About Burudi Foundation

Established 2006 | Registered 2007

Burudi Foundation was established in 2006 as a Self Help Group before being officially registered as a Community Based Organization in 2007. We work closely with Government Institutions, Private firms, and NGOs in executing humanitarian services in Kenya and Africa.

Vision: To be a trusted and reliable global provider of humanitarian support.

Mission: To empower local communities in developing solutions for local problems.

Burudi Foundation Community Work

Our Programs

M-Kazi
📱

M-Kazi Marketplace

Multi-platform mobile and web app connecting service seekers with providers. Empowering Jua Kali artisans and vulnerable youths with job placement and mentorship.

Inua Chokoraa
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Inua Chokoraa

Environmental cleaning initiative employing street families to collect waste, providing meal vouchers and rehabilitation pathways.

Inua Wasiojiweza
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Inua Wasiojiweza

Providing portable toilets for the elderly and disabled, plus Sign-IO gloves for the deaf to enhance mobility and communication.

Miti Matunda
🌳

Miti Matunda

Planting 1,200,000 fruit trees across 47 counties to promote food security and environmental conservation.

Mental Health
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Mental Health Support

Counselling services, support groups, awareness campaigns, and rehabilitation programs for mental health and psychosocial support.

Education
📚

Education & Training

Civil education, bursaries, vocational training, and skills development for vulnerable youth and community members.

2030 Vision
🎯

Vision 2030

Strategic planning and sustainable development initiatives aligned with Kenya's Vision 2030 for long-term community transformation and economic growth.

Spiritual Wellness
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Spiritual Wellness

Spiritual guidance, counseling, and mentorship programs based on biblical tenets to nurture holistic well-being and moral development.

Transparency Dashboard

Real-time impact data and project tracking for full transparency

KES 2.4M

Total Donations

12,450

Beneficiaries Reached

12

Active Projects

47

Counties Covered

Project Tracking

M-Kazi Marketplace

Connecting service seekers with providers

35%

Status: Active

Inua Chokoraa

Environmental cleaning & street family support

60%

Status: Active

Inua Wasiojiweza

Portable toilets & Sign-IO gloves

25%

Status: In Progress

Miti Matunda

Tree planting initiative

42%

Status: Active

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Bank: Eco Bank Kenya Limited

Branch: Towers

Account Name: Philbert Burudi

Account Number: 6580017023

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SWIFT: ECOCKENA

Bank Code: 043

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Our Team

Meet the dedicated professionals driving our mission forward since 2007

Philbert Burudi

Philbert Burudi

Vice President / Associate Director

Leading strategic operations and community engagement across all 47 counties with over 15 years of humanitarian experience.

Professional Portfolio

2007 - 2010 Community Organizer, Kakamega

Established grassroots networks and initiated first humanitarian projects in Western Kenya.

2010 - 2015 Program Director, Burudi Foundation

Expanded operations to 15 counties, launched M-Kazi Marketplace pilot program.

2015 - 2026 Vice President, Burudi Foundation

Leading nationwide expansion across all 47 counties, managing partnerships with government and NGOs.

Heidi Funk

Heidi Funk, MA

Spiritual Patron / Advisor

Providing spiritual guidance and ensuring the foundation's work aligns with humanitarian values and biblical tenets.

Professional Portfolio

2007 - 2012 Community Development Advisor

Provided strategic guidance on community engagement and ethical humanitarian practices.

2012 - 2018 Program Ethics Advisor

Developed ethical frameworks for program implementation and beneficiary engagement.

2018 - 2026 Spiritual Patron, Burudi Foundation

Overseeing spiritual and ethical alignment of all foundation activities across Kenya.

Brian Musina

Brian Musina

Administrative Assistant & Youth Leader

Brian is an impact-driven professional with experience in administrative support, program coordination, and stakeholder engagement within NGO settings. Skilled in managing operations, supporting partnerships, and delivering efficient, well-organized initiatives.

Professional Portfolio

2016 - 2018 Youth Program Coordinator

Coordinated youth empowerment initiatives and educational support programs in Western Kenya.

2018 - 2022 Administrative Officer

Managed administrative operations, stakeholder communications, and program logistics for foundation projects.

2022 - 2026 Administrative Assistant & Youth Leader

Leading youth engagement initiatives, managing administrative workflows, and supporting partnership development across all 47 counties.

Gilbert Shipeta

Gilbert Shipeta

Project Development Manager

Skilled in market research, socio-economic methodologies, data analysis, and project monitoring & evaluation. Expert in community development, environmental conservation, and renewable energy projects.

Professional Portfolio

Current Business Development Officer, Luxeana Symbols Ltd

Designing e-learning platform concepts for marketing across East Africa region. Elevated online schooling by 35%.

Current Program Manager, M-Koko Foundation

Managing programs funded by Engineers Without Borders USA. Marketing Representative for ECOCA solar electric cooker.

Current Online Volunteer Tutor

Teaching research methods at Global Institute of Planning and Sustainable Development - Chicago.

Adala Allan

Adala Allan

Communications & Marketing Specialist

Allan Adala is a versatile marketer, journalist, copywriter, brand and communications specialist with 7+ years of experience in content creation, digital strategy, and storytelling.

Professional Portfolio

Expertise Digital Strategy & Communications

Leveraging emerging technologies including AI, AR/VR, and digital platforms to deliver impactful communication solutions.

Experience 7+ Years in Marketing & Communications

Proven ability to manage teams, execute campaigns, and build partnerships with global organizations.

Specialization Content Creation & Storytelling

Expert in brand communications, copywriting, and digital content strategy for maximum impact.

Scholastica A Oduol

Scholastica A Oduol

Community Development Specialist

A role model in organizational structuring, focusing on improved performance, project implementation, and overall enhancement of growth. Versed experience in supplies, administration, and project coordination.

Professional Experience

Kilifi County Assembly Former Member

Spearheaded the cohesion and inclusion of Pemba community as legitimate Kenyans, advocating for marginalized voices.

Social Economic Programs Program Support

Supporting women's table banking initiatives, girl child early marriage intervention programs, and education on mother-to-child disease prevention.

Administration & Coordination Project Management

Extensive experience in supplies management, administrative operations, and multi-stakeholder project coordination.

Faith & Community Service

Catholic Charismatic Fellowships East Africa Coordinator

Motivated by Christian faith to arrange spiritual fellowships across East Africa.

Catholic Malindi Diocese Treasurer, Praise & Worship Team

Currently serving in financial stewardship and worship leadership for the diocese.

Rose Otera

Rose Otera

Director Health Services

Senior Nursing Officer based in Kakamega County with over 15 years of professional nursing experience in the public service sector. Holds a Diploma in Nursing (KRCHN) and Higher Education Diploma in Palliative Care from Oxford Brookes University in conjunction with Nairobi Hospice.

Professional Experience

Kakamega County Health Services Senior Nursing Officer

More than 15 years as a Professional Nurse in public service sector, precisely at Kakamega County.

Kakamega Hospice Founder Member (2000)

Founded Kakamega Hospice to alleviate pain and suffering in Cancer patients when no other facility was available in Western Region (Now split into 4 Counties).

Kakamega Cancer Center Nursing Officer In-Charge (2019)

Together with other professionals of good will, opened a cancer unit in the County now-Kakamega Cancer Center. Later joined as Nursing Officer in-charge.

Community Outreach

Cancer Awareness & Support Community Health Advocate

With a passion to serve many in the community, carries out outreach services, sensitizing and creating awareness on Cancer. Supporting cancer patients and their families on how to cope with the disease through continuous counseling.

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Contact Information

Headquarters (Nairobi)

YMCA Center, MUHOHO STREET, South C Nairobi

+254 722 805 149
+254 720 214 254
+254 717 319 239

Email

info@burudifoundation.com

Website

www.burudifoundation.com

Registration

Community Based Organization (2007)

Our Global Offices

Helsinki, Finland +358 46 622 4772
Pretoria, South Africa +27 79 953 8256
Brussels, Belgium +32 470 197 958
Los Angeles, USA +1 310 663 2397
Kakamega, Kenya +254 725 828 829
Malindi, Kenya +254 722 820 297

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