Governance
Accountable by design
SAGKF is structured under its Constitution for public benefit — with a Board that sets policy, a Secretariat that runs programmes, and financial rules that keep every shilling on mission.
Legal standing
Nature of the organisation
A non-governmental, non-political, non-partisan, non-profit, voluntary organisation established for public benefit in Kenya.
Legal framework. Non-Governmental Organisations Co-ordination Act, 1990 (Cap. 134) and Regulations made thereunder
National NGO registration in progress — name reserved NS-NNSYMKY, 12 August 2026
The Foundation does not engage in political or partisan activity and does not support any political party or candidate.
Main object
Why we exist
To empower, protect, educate and uplift the current and future generations of children, youth and vulnerable persons in Kenya through sustainable programmes in education, health, skills development, child protection, mentorship and community resilience, thereby contributing to the social and economic development of the nation.
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Constitutional objects
Our programmes express these specific objects. Operational delivery (themes, host nodes, campaigns) sits underneath this mandate.
- Education & mentorship (Art. 5.2.1) — Establish, support and manage educational programmes, scholarships, bursaries, learning centres and mentorship initiatives that improve access to quality education for children and youth from disadvantaged backgrounds.
- Health, protection & wellbeing (Art. 5.2.2) — Promote the health, nutrition, psychosocial well-being and protection of children, adolescents and young people—including programmes addressing HIV/AIDS, reproductive health, mental health and prevention of substance abuse.
- Skills & livelihoods (Art. 5.2.3) — Design and implement skills training, vocational education, entrepreneurship and livelihood programmes that equip youth with employable skills and opportunities for self-reliance.
- Child & youth rights (Art. 5.2.4) — Advocate for and promote the rights of children and youth as enshrined in the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, the Children Act and relevant international instruments—and work against child labour, early marriage, trafficking and all forms of abuse and exploitation.
- Family & community resilience (Art. 5.2.5) — Strengthen family and community support systems that nurture positive values, leadership, patriotism and responsible citizenship among the younger generation.
- Partnerships for delivery (Art. 5.2.6) — Partner with national and county governments, development partners, private sector, faith-based organisations and other civil society actors in the delivery of programmes that advance the well-being of children and youth.
- Research & public education (Art. 5.2.7) — Conduct research, documentation and public education on issues affecting children and youth—and use evidence to influence policy and practice.
- Lawful resource mobilisation (Art. 5.2.8) — Mobilise, receive, manage and apply financial and other resources from lawful sources for the attainment of the Foundation's objects—without compromising independence or mission.
Board
Board of Directors
Five to nine members, including the Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, Secretary and Treasurer. At least one-third shall be Kenyan citizens resident in Kenya. The Chief Executive Officer serves ex-officio without voting rights.
Term. Three-year terms, eligible for re-election for up to two consecutive terms; thereafter eligible again only after a break of at least one term.
The policy-making and oversight organ: formulate and approve policies, strategies and annual work plans; appoint and oversee the CEO; approve budgets, financial statements and major contracts; ensure compliance with law and the Constitution; and establish committees as needed.
Meetings. The Board meets at least once every three months. Decisions are by simple majority; the Chairperson has a casting vote in the event of a tie.
Office bearers
Leadership roles
- Chairperson — Presides over Board and General Meetings; provides overall leadership and strategic direction; represents the Foundation in official functions; ensures Board decisions are implemented.
- Vice-Chairperson — Performs the Chairperson's duties in their absence or incapacity and carries out other duties assigned by the Board.
- Secretary — Keeps minutes of meetings; maintains the Register of Members and statutory records; issues meeting notices; ensures compliance with filing and reporting requirements under the Act.
- Treasurer — Oversees proper books of account; ensures monies received are accounted for and banked; presents financial reports to the Board and AGM; ensures annual accounts are prepared and audited.
Secretariat
Secretariat & Chief Executive Officer
Day-to-day management is led by a Chief Executive Officer (who may also be styled Executive Director) appointed by the Board. The CEO implements Board decisions, manages staff and resources, prepares work plans and budgets, and ensures compliance with legal and contractual obligations.
Founding leadership
Promoter
Samuel Njubi Macharia — Promoter / founding Chairperson. Named in the constitution adoption documents submitted for national NGO registration.
Full Board profiles and the substantive elected Board will be published after registration and the first Annual General Meeting.
Membership
Who can join
Membership is open to natural persons aged eighteen and above who subscribe to the Foundation's objects, and to corporate or institutional bodies admitted by the Board.
- Founder Members — The subscribers to the Constitution.
- Ordinary Members — Persons admitted by the Board upon written application.
- Honorary Members — Persons of distinction admitted by Board resolution for outstanding service. Honorary Members have no voting rights and are not eligible to hold office.
Application for membership is made in writing in the form prescribed by the Board.
Financial stewardship
Funds & accountability
- Income and property are applied solely towards the promotion of the Foundation's objects. No portion is paid or transferred by way of profit to Members.
- Funds are deposited in bank accounts in the Foundation's name with at least two authorised signatories. Accounts are audited annually by a qualified auditor appointed at the AGM. Board Members are not appointed to salaried offices; they may only receive reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses.
- Sources. Membership subscriptions, grants, donations, legacies, fundraising, investment income, and other lawful sources—provided acceptance does not compromise independence or objects.
- Financial year. 1 January to 31 December each year (unless the Board notifies otherwise).
Conflict-of-interest rules require disclosure before any contract involving a Member or official; interested parties do not vote on such resolutions.
Branches
Field presence
The Foundation may establish branches or field offices anywhere in Kenya with Board approval. Branches operate under Board authority; they do not have separate legal personality.
Host nodes and parish partnerships on this site are operational expressions of that model — not separate legal entities.
Host Node programmeTransparency
Ask us anything
Funders, partners, and Members deserve straight answers about governance, safeguarding, and how money moves. Reach our coordination desk for diligence questions.