LEADERSHIP ROOTED IN DIGNITY & OPPORTUNITY
Meet Our Founder
Mamadou Dembele
Senegal roots. A commitment to service.
Born and raised in Senegal, Mamadou Dembele brings more than 20 years of banking experience and a lifelong commitment to community service to Soluna Hope Foundation.
During his annual visits to Africa, he witnessed children affected by polio facing disability, hardship and street begging. Those encounters inspired him to establish the foundation and work toward healthier, safer lives for children.
Mamadou also volunteers with GATHER, Friendly Kitchen and PMAC, and serves on the board of NH Digital Equity. He is a graduate of the Consumer Bankers Association's Executive Banking School.
OUR MISSION
Every Child Deserves Opportunity.
Soluna Hope Foundation is committed to helping children in Senegal live healthier, safer lives through supportive services, meals and nourishment, education and learning, and access to professional medical care.
SUPPORTIVE SERVICES
Practical support, safety, social inclusion and community connections.
MEALS & NOURISHMENT
Nutritious meals to support children's everyday well-being.
EDUCATION & LEARNING
Accessible learning that builds confidence and skills for the future.
PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL CARE
Professional treatment, physiotherapy and assistive support.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Creating Opportunities for Children to Thrive
Soluna Hope Foundation is working toward a welcoming space where children can receive care, nourishment, education and professional support.
SUPPORTIVE SERVICES
Practical support that responds to children's individual needs, including social inclusion, training, transportation, safety and connected community services.
MEALS & NOURISHMENT
Meals that help meet children's everyday needs and support their well-being.
EDUCATION & LEARNING
Accessible learning opportunities to build confidence, develop skills and support future independence.
PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL CARE
Access to professional treatment guided by each child's needs, including physiotherapy and assistive devices.
OUR COMMUNITY
Connected to Community
A place to grow. A place to belong. Through community, care and connection, Soluna Hope Foundation is working toward a more hopeful future for children in Senegal.
BUILDING SAFE HOMES. CREATING BRIGHTER FUTURES.
Help Us Complete a Future Home for Orphaned Children
Your support helps turn construction into a completed home where orphaned children can live with safety, dignity, stability, and hope. Together, we can provide a secure place to grow, learn, and build a brighter future.
Every donation brings us one step closer to giving orphaned children a safe place to call home.
Before
Many orphaned children live in unsafe housing conditions with deteriorating walls and limited protection from the elements.
Construction Progress
With community support and donor contributions, construction is underway to create a safe and dignified home for orphaned children.
Future Home Design
This design represents the vision for the completed home, providing safety, stability, care, and opportunity for orphaned children.
Give • Partner • Share
Give
Join our community of supporters. Your generosity provides the essential resources needed to nourish, educate, and heal children in Senegal.
- One-time donations
- Monthly support
- Corporate partnerships
Partner
Collaborate with us to expand our reach. Partner with Soluna Hope Foundation to co-create impactful programs that empower Senegalese children.
- Corporate partnerships
- Community engagement
- Program co-development
Share
Spread the word and amplify our mission. Share our story with friends and family to inspire collective action and lasting hope for Senegal.
- Personal advocacy
- Social media sharing
- Community outreach