Compassion with purpose. Hope with action.
Heart Nova Foundation is a humanitarian and social-development organisation working to strengthen communities, support vulnerable people and expand access to opportunity in The Gambia and beyond.
A new light for humanity.
We believe hope becomes meaningful when compassion is joined with responsible, practical action.
Created to serve people and strengthen communities.
Heart Nova Foundation was established from a commitment to help people facing hardship and to contribute to the long-term wellbeing of communities.
Our approach connects immediate humanitarian support with education, youth development, healthcare awareness, community participation and respect for human rights. We recognise that lasting progress is achieved when people are treated with dignity and included in the decisions that affect their lives.
As the Foundation develops, we remain focused on responsible growth, meaningful partnerships and programmes that respond to genuine community needs.
Clear direction, lasting commitment.
Our mission and vision guide how we serve, collaborate and measure meaningful progress.
Our Mission
To restore hope, protect human dignity and strengthen communities through humanitarian assistance, youth empowerment, education, healthcare support, community development and responsible advocacy.
Our Vision
A compassionate and inclusive society where vulnerable people receive support, young people can realise their potential and every community has a fair opportunity to thrive.
Working across connected areas of need.
Our programme areas address immediate challenges while helping people build knowledge, confidence and resilience.
Humanitarian Assistance
Compassionate and practical support for vulnerable people and families experiencing hardship.
Youth Empowerment
Skills, mentorship and development opportunities that help young people prepare for the future.
Education
Initiatives that reduce barriers to learning and expand access to useful knowledge.
Healthcare Support
Health awareness, responsible assistance and community engagement that promote wellbeing.
Community Development
Locally informed action that strengthens participation, resilience and shared progress.
Human Rights
Awareness and advocacy centred on dignity, fairness, protection and inclusion.
The principles behind our service.
These commitments shape our relationships with communities, volunteers, donors and partners.
Every person deserves respect, compassion and a voice.
We seek to act honestly, responsibly and in the public interest.
Our work should reach people fairly and without discrimination.
We are committed to clear communication and responsible use of support.
Lasting progress is stronger when communities and partners work together.
We look beyond temporary relief towards knowledge, resilience and opportunity.
Building capacity for generations to come.
Alongside humanitarian and community programmes, Heart Nova Foundation aspires to develop institutes and learning initiatives that can expand access to practical education, professional development and community-focused training.
This direction will be developed responsibly through planning, suitable partnerships and programmes aligned with the Foundation’s mission.
Purpose-driven service.
Engr. Samuel Chibuike Okonkwo
President & CEO, Heart Nova Foundation
He provides strategic leadership and supports the Foundation’s humanitarian, social-development and community-focused direction in The Gambia and beyond.
Help us turn compassion into meaningful action.
Support the mission of Heart Nova Foundation through volunteering, partnership or responsible giving.