MASA Elimu Kwa Neema isNonprofit
MASA Elimu Kwa Neema is a Christian, community-driven initiative dedicated to transforming the lives of children from disadvantaged backgrounds in rural Kilifi, Kenya.
Founded by sisters Molly and Marcella Abudho in honour of their late parents Mary and Samuel, MASA is grounded in the belief that every child deserves access to quality education—by grace, not privilege.
“We started extending help to needy children and youth who were eager to study and work for a better life. This moment intensified when we found that there were many such underprivileged children who needed help with food, shelter and education”.
Founder's autobiography
Molly Abudho Katei
Molly Abudho Katei is the Co-Founder of MASA Elimu Kwa Neema, an initiative dedicated to empowering children, young mothers, and families through education and holistic support. She holds a Master’s in Project Planning and Management from the University of Nairobi and a Bachelor’s in Business Administration (Marketing) from Kenya Methodist University.
Molly has served in senior roles in a Leading Global Tech Company as Business Operations Leader, Workforce & Capacity Management Leader, and Sales Management Advisor across the Middle East and Africa, earning multiple Service Excellence Awards.
Her leadership is grounded in faith, resilience and service. She believes that every child carries unique God-given potential and is committed to creating opportunities that restore dignity, unlock possibilities, and build brighter futures for generations to come.
Marcella Riwo Abudho
Marcella Riwo Abudho is the Co-Founder of MASA Elimu Kwa Neema, an academic and community leader passionate about education, innovation, and empowerment. Currently a Doctoral Candidate in management & Quality Sciences at the University of Szczecin, her research interests lie in the evolving landscape of Industries 4.0, artificial intelligence, organizational collaborations, and policy & governance within markets.
Marcella holds both an MBA in Strategic Management and a Bachelor’s in Business Management & IT (First Class Honors) from Kabarak University, Kenya. She serves as an Assistant Lecturer at Pwani University, where she also leads in research, program coordination, and innovation. She has authored several publications in international journals on strategic leadership, change management, innovation, and organizational competitiveness.
She is committed to both academic advancement and addressing practical societal challenges. Her leadership is rooted in faith, academic excellence, and the conviction that knowledge and education can transform lives and shape sustainable futures.
Our approach
We are a team of change-makers who believe that every helping hand can raise a child and create a better future for them.
What We do​
What began humbly five years ago—supporting a few students
Covers school fees, uniforms, learning materials, and placement in secondary or vocational schools.
Provides support for young mothers, menstrual and hygiene needs, and vocational training opportunities — while ensuring their children are cared for and begin early education.
Promotes economic empowerment for parents to support the rest of the family and create a supportive environment for children to thrive.
Our Mission
To empower children through quality education and a supportive family ecosystem, guided by the principles of holistic Kingdom living.
We aim to empower children by providing access to quality education within a supportive, family-like environment—guided by the values of holistic Kingdom living that nurture both mind and spirit.
Our Vision
To sow the seeds of God’s truth in rural hearts through education and sustainable livelihood support.
Our vision is to plant the seeds of God’s truth in the hearts of rural communities by equipping children with education and supporting families with sustainable means of livelihood—laying a foundation for generations rooted in faith, dignity, and purpose.
