Touch Root Foundation board members at a table
Touch Root Foundation Board Members together

Long story short!

We are an impact-oriented not-for-profit organization, dedicated to improving the lives of those in Nigeria with the fewest resources. We do this by securing funding, to execute on community projects that have lasting positive impact and open up more opportunities for prosperity. When you give, 100% of every dollar goes straight to our mission.

Board of Directors.

Dr. Geanine Pirc Manczko

          GeorgeTown, Texas

       Dr. Adebola Nnewihe

  Atlantic City, New Jersey

                 Jocylin Francis

            CO-FOUNDER, TREASURER

                     Temple, Texas

      Ucheoma I Ogwudu

                 FOUNDER, DIRECTOR

                        Belton, Texas

                      Jessica Fung

                       Temple, Texas

 Dr. Katya Maillard Gonzalez

                             Belton, Texas

Our board brings a wide range of knowledge, experience, and insight to the task of governing Touch Root Foundation. Their strategic guidance ensures that our mission remains focused and impactful _ they do so with deep compassion and a shared commitment to improving the lives of those in need.

          Dr. Ugo C Ogwudu

                           CO-FOUNDER

                        Belton, Texas

the Tribe.

These are the women behind the Touch Root Gala, Touch Root Foundation’s annual semi-black tie fundraiser. The Tribe designs and executes the event's concept and visual language, ensuring transparency and accountability to build public trust and confidence. Their goal is to create a memorable donor experience that fosters a sense of community among donors and empathy for the recipients, encouraging both initial donations and sustained giving over time.  Their work is entirely voluntary.

Touch Root Foundation Board at the Gala Benefit together

The Touch Root Foundation's Tribe is driven by a strong commitment to creating sustainable change in the communities they serve. We empower the people by providing access to clean drinking water, educational support, and clothing that will enable them to build a better future for themselves and their families.

Meet our Boots on the Ground

Dr., Bar. Iheomamere Okwara

MANAGING TRUSTEE
PortHarcourt, Rivers, Nigeria

Eucharia Nwachi                       

FOUNDATION SECRETARY
PortHarcourt, Rivers, Nigeria

Ijeoma Jite                               

Umuahia, Abia, Nigeria

Ijechi Nwogu                     

EDUCATION INITIATIVE
PortHarcourt, Rivers, Nigeria

Ucheolisa Nge                    

COMMUNITY LIASON
Enugu, Enugu, Nigeria

Osinachi Noble                     

LOGISTICS
Owerri, Imo, Nigeria

Arinze Ogwudu                   

COMMUNITY LIASON
Enugu, Enugu, Nigeria

Valentine Chima              

OFFICE SUPPORT
PortHarcout, Rivers, Nigeria

Michael Emeka Maduekwe  

Administrative Officer / Project Assistant
Anthony Village, Lagos, Nigeria

it takes a village.

Working meeting of the board members of Touch Root Foundation