WELCOME TO
MAMA CECILE'S
Building Community Resilience
in Kyavinyonge, DRC
The mission of Mama Cecile’s Center is to provide essential resources and education to build community resilience and enhance the lives of families in Kyavinyonge, DR Congo.
Mama Cecile's Center supports orphans, widows, disabled individuals, and families in Kyavinyonge, a fishing village on Lake Edward, in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
ABOUT
Mama Cecile, Founder & Community Leader
Mama Cecile grew up in Kyavinyonge, a small fishing village in the Democratic Republic of Congo. She is a dedicated community leader with a passion for making a difference. She is actively involved in uplifting the lives of the orphans, widows, the disabled, and fishing families in Kyavinyonge, working tirelessly to provide support and create sustainable solutions for a better future. She founded the organization in 2019.
Our Vision
We envision a thriving Kyavinyonge community where families are self-sufficient, enjoy a high quality of life, and the community is resilient.
Impact Since 2019
350
Children who receive nutritious meals every week
285,600
Meals distributed since our founding in 2019
80
Women in the the microfinance savings groups
116
People trained in vocational skills
35
Soccer youth participants
Did you hear?
We are building a vocational training center.
Join us as we build Kyavinyonge's first vocational training center. This center will provide a dedicated space for us to continue to equip people with the skills that help them support themselves and their families. Check out our fundraising page to see our progress so far. Even a donation as small as $20 USD can change the life of a widow or an orphan for years to come.
Our Supporters & Partners
Empowering families in Kyavinyonge through meaningful collaboration and support, and deeply grateful for the incredible partners who help us transform lives every day.
GARDENSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH LEXINGTON, KY
Partnering with us to bring hope, essential resources, and sustainable change to families in Kyavinyonge.
📍 1667 Alexandria Dr, Lexington, KY 40504
VIDEO GALLERY
Experience Life in Kyavinyonge
