About Peniel Foundation
A lasting response for orphans and the families raising them.
Our story
Peniel Foundation was created in Burkina Faso in 2022 to provide a lasting response to the difficulties faced by vulnerable widows and orphans.
Responding to needs observed in communities, the Foundation developed programmes in education, health, social aid, economic empowerment and psychosocial support.
Our vision
To build a society where every widow can live in dignity and every orphan can access education, protection and better prospects for the future.
Our mission
To support vulnerable widows and orphans through social, educational, health and economic programmes that promote their protection, dignity and autonomy.
Our values
Compassion
Listening and supporting without judgement.
Dignity
Respecting the worth of every person.
Solidarity
Acting together, close to communities.
Integrity
Managing resources transparently.
Empowerment
Providing the means for an independent future.
A word from the Founder
Peniel Foundation was born from a simple conviction: no widow should be left alone facing life's hardships, and no child should be deprived of a future because of their family situation.
Our commitment is to turn compassion into concrete, lasting action. We want to support beneficiaries not only in their immediate needs, but also in their recovery and empowerment.
Thanks to donors, sponsors, volunteers and partners, we can continue to restore hope and create opportunities.
Yohane Kere
Founder and President of Peniel Foundation
Our international presence
Peniel Foundation — Burkina Faso
Created in 2022. Headquarters for operations and field programmes.