Ngong Road Children’s Foundation is governed by a volunteer board of directors. Responsibilities include:
- Ensure that the affairs of NRCF are conducted in a fiscally responsible manner and that legal and compliance requirements are met.
- Actively participate in the strategic planning and development activities of the organization.
- Monitor and evaluate programs, outcomes, impact, and performance of NRCF
Paula Meyer – Founder and President
Friends of Ngong Road, Founder & Board President, Executive, Nominating and Governance, Investment Committees
Karibu Loo, Founder & Board President
Independent Director at Mutual of Omaha, Diamond Hill Capital Management and First Command Financial
Paula Meyer left a successful career at Ameriprise Financial in 2006 and has since focused on building Friends of Ngong Road, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide education and support for Nairobi children living in poverty whose families are affected by HIV/AIDS so they can transform their lives.
Aruna oversees planning of activities with the board members, reviewing project reports and policies. She is also in charge of the education program and gives policy guidelines and recommendations.
Carole Chairs the Local Fundraising and Marketing Committee that assists the NRCF Board in fulfilling its oversight responsibility concerning local fundraising and the visibility of the organization.
She brings on board extensive experience in program development and NGO management having worked with Compassion International Kenya National Office since January 2000 where she has served in many roles.
Jeff is the Programme and Education Committee Chair in charge of program implementation oversight as well as reviewing education program structure and partnerships.
Judy’s background in law and corporate governance enables her to provide insights to the Board in its oversight of legal and governance risks.
Neena’s ensure the financial controls and processes are in line with best practices by participating in monthly financial review meetings to understand the financials and provide support where required.
Patrick has a wide range of experience in the management of human resources development and systems strengthening in Kenya, DRC and Sudan south.
Paul is responsible for Local Fundraising and Marketing Committee that assists the NRCF Board in fulfilling its oversight responsibility with respect to local fundraising and the visibility of the organization