First Annual Thankfulness Benefit Dinner

As November rolls away and we are one month closer to our maiden voyage to Kenya as Tabibu Africa, Inc. we could not be any more grateful for the kind support and love from each one of you. Whether you are near, far, or anywhere in between all the love and support are great appreciated and deeply felt.

Our first annual Thankfulness benefit dinner was a big success. Thanks to all those who came out, even though mother nature was a little 'uncooperative'. Fun was had by all and it was a wonderful experience to have our volunteers meet and work together prior to the journey to Africa. Due to all the hard work and effort by the team and volunteers we now can help provide supplies to the Little Giants School in Nairobi for the addition of a new classroom.

Thank you again for all your love, support, and kindness.
Asante Sana, Rafikis...

Meet the Founders!

Jody "Tabibu" Mattena- President Jody has been travelling to Africa for humanitarian work since 2005. Working in countless medical clinics across Kenya. She was given the name "Tabibu", meaning healer in Swahili.

George "Msingi" Mattena- Vice-President

George has been travelling to Africa for humanitarian work since 2009. He specializes in construction while also engineering ways to simplify everyday tasks for the African people, such as fruit drying and creating water filtration devices. He has earned the name "Msingi" by the Kukuyu people which means foundation.

Corrie "Wima" Goodier-Secretary
Corrie first ventured in Kenya in 2012 to do humanitarian work. It was love at first sight, working in various medical clinics as a registered nurse. She was given the name "Wima", Swahili for steady.  

A.J. "Shujaa" Jolley - Treasurer 

A.J. has been travelling to Africa to aid in humanitarian work since 2011 doing whatever is needed; be it construction, helping in the clinics, or educating boys and young men at the schools. He earned the name "Shujaa", meaning hero in Swahili for his tireless efforts, love, and support.