About The Barbara Harmon Johnson Foundation
We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all aid. We believe in co-creation, that the communities we serve must be active participants in every stage of the process, from planning to implementation to maintenance. This approach ensures that solutions are not only effective, but owned and sustained by the people they serve.
By centering local voices and investing in long-term impact, we’re helping communities do more than survive, we’re helping them thrive.
Since our founding, the Barbara Harmon Johnson Foundation has united individuals, families, organizations, and global supporters to transform lives by ensuring access to clean, sustainable water in Kenyan communities. Rooted in Pan-African values of unity and resilience, we empower communities through infrastructure, education, and collaboration, creating lasting hope and opportunity. We help you make a difference, together.
As a charitable nonprofit, we steward thousands of contributions from those passionate about advancing clean water, health, and education in Kenya and beyond. We offer flexible giving options tailored to your philanthropic and financial goals, now and for the future. We also:
- Support clean water projects in underserved Kenyan communities, including borehole drilling, water access systems, and small-scale irrigation
- Train local water committees to manage and sustain water systems
Support international internships and cross-cultural programming - Educate communities on water safety, hygiene, and sanitation practices
- Build local partnerships that amplify long-term impact
FOUNDER'S STORY
During a trip across Kenya in partnership with the Center for Pan African Affairs in Nairobi, Joseph Dallas Johnson, Jr. (JDJJ) was struck by…….
LEADERSHIP & GOVERNANCE
Our Board of Directors provides strategic direction and fiduciary oversight, ensuring that all activities align with our mission and values.
BUDGET & USE OF FUNDS
As a newly formed nonprofit (est. 2025), our first-year operating budget prioritizes infrastructure, field partnerships, and foundational systems………………..
POLICIES & COMPLIANCE
We adhere to nonprofit best practices and are working to build a strong foundation of internal controls and ethical guidelines. Our governance framework includes………………………..
LEGAL & TAX STATUS DISCLOSURE
As a U.S.-based nonprofit with international operations, we are committed to complying with all applicable laws and ethical standards—both in……………..
Mission
The Barbara Harmon Johnson Foundation increases access to clean, safe water in underserved communities in Kenya and fosters sustainable development through local partnerships, education, and cross-cultural collaboration. We work to empower women, uplift youth, and strengthen the connection between Africa and its diaspora.
Vision
We envision a world where every community has equitable access to water, opportunity, and the tools to build a self-sustaining future.
Tagline
Empowering communities. Connecting continents. Transforming lives through clean water.