Ernest, Obed, Percy & Yvonne | UK & USA | Carrying The Tourch & Redefining Care
Updated: Oct 2
How a New Generation is Redefining Care and Self-Sufficiency in Ghana
Child Advocates | Community Leaders | A Family of Service
The Woman
Some legacies are built quietly, far from headlines. For decades, Mrs. Eugenia Kahu Motogbe-affectionately known as "Mama Eugenia"-and her husband, George Motogbe, opened their home in Accra to vulnerable children. What began in 2000 at a family table grew into the Eugemot Foundation, located in Ghana’s Volta Region, built on the simple belief that every child deserves a safe place to sleep, an education, and a chance to thrive.
The Question
When Mama Eugenia passed away in 2024, the foundation faced the pivotal question that confronts every founder-led organization: What happens next? For her children-Ernest, Obed, Percy, and Yvonne-the answer was not to close the chapter, but to build on her foundation. Together with their father, George, and a dedicated board of directors, they took up the responsibility of managing the 25-acre campus.
The Children
Growing up, the Motogbe siblings had a front-row seat to their mother’s daily sacrifices. Today, drawing on their professional experiences in the US and the UK, they are transitioning the foundation from traditional institutional care to a modern, community-integrated model. By aligning operations with the de-institutionalization policies of Ghana's Department of Social Welfare, the siblings are shifting the focus toward preparing youth to become self-reliant, contributing members of society.
Our Community and Governance
The Foundation was effectively led by its Board of Directors, which included its late founder Mama Eugenia Kahu Motogbe, the late Dr. Fridoline Anyomi, and the late James Orchist Anassah. Their contributions were immense in bringing the Foundation this far.
● George Motogbe: Co-founder and guide, offering foundational leadership and ongoing guidance.
● Sweetie Acquaah: Board Member, contributing strategic counsel and governance support.
● Hilton John Mitchell: Board Member, assisting with organizational leadership and direction.
● Hon. Wisdom Semanu Seneadza, Esq: Board Member, assisting with organizational leadership and legal consult.
● Dr. Robert Flexter Burton: Board Member, providing valuable insight and advocacy for the Foundation's mission.
● Edward Anassah: Board member, assisting with and providing promotional insight for the foundation’s mission.
Beyond official governance, the Foundation is sustained by the extended family, with special recognition to Emelda Mensah, Johnny Mensah, and many others. Their quiet sacrifices - expressed through work, volunteer hours, prayers, and constant encouragement - have continually uplifted the Foundation's work. While these contributions may not always appear in headlines, they serve as the quiet, essential pillars upon which this legacy rests.
Legacy of Impact: Over 200 Children Supported
Over the past 20 years, the Eugemot Foundation has supported over 200 children, transforming lives through comprehensive care, housing, and education. Many of these supported youth have gone on to complete tertiary education and establish professional careers across various fields:
● Tertiary Graduates & Professionals: Alumni have earned degrees and certifications from institutions such as University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), University of Cape Coast, Ho Technical University, and University of Education, Winneba.
● Vocational & Apprenticeship Graduates: Other supported youth have pursued skilled vocational paths.
The Foundation Today: Impact in Numbers
For international philanthropic leaders, clarity and measurable outcomes are paramount. Over the last two years, the Eugemot Foundation has transformed its programs into structured, metrics-driven operations across three primary areas:
1. Structured Education & Placements
● Peggy Good International School (PGIS): Named after a supportive American educator, PGIS enrollment grew 42% over the past year, rising from 116 to 158 students across 18 surrounding communities. The student body currently consists of 121 day students and 37 boarders.
● Secondary Placements: The foundation secured and funded ongoing Senior High School (SHS) placements for residential children at Have Technical Institute and Kpando SHS, covering entry boarding supplies like lockable wooden chop boxes, bedding, and uniform kits.
● Higher Education & Vocations: The foundation currently supports older youth through tertiary and vocational paths, including university degrees in hospitality management at the University of Education, Winneba, nursing credentials, and practical vocational certifications in electrical engineering.
2. Healthcare & Well-Being
● Systemic Care: In 2025, the foundation invested in medical care and National Health Insurance renewals to guarantee basic healthcare coverage for all resident children.
● Critical Interventions: Beyond routine clinic visits, donor funds consistently cover emergency hospital admissions and vital daily specialized treatments-such as supporting the long-term recovery and medication of an alumna who had undergone complex pediatric kidney transplant.
3. Agricultural Sustainability
● The Campus Farm: To offset food costs and build climate resilience, the foundation operates a dedicated farm cultivating maize, cassava, and coconut.
● Food Security: In 2025, the farm harvested maize and processed raw cassava into gari and cassava dough, providing a direct, sustainable food supply consumed entirely by the children in the residential home.
The Invitation: Partnering for Self-Sufficiency
The Motogbe family is proving that philanthropy does not require massive institutional wealth; it requires structural execution, family dedication, and community trust. To sustain and scale this transition, they invite global partners to join them in three critical initiatives:
● Fund a Future: Direct sponsorship of a child's Senior High School tuition, national exams (WASSCE), and boarding materials.
● Empower the Farm: Contributions toward modern agricultural tools and processing equipment to commercialize surplus crops and generate independent, internal revenue.
● Restore the Ride: Capital support to purchase a reliable school bus, eliminating the costly and frequent mechanical repairs required to keep the aging transport system running for remote day students.
The Eugemot Foundation has partnered with organizations around the world, and is looking to increase its number of partners and, therefore, its impact in the lives and futures of children in Ghana.
By joining the Eugemot Foundation, you are not just funding a program; you are investing in a model of self-sufficiency that ensures vulnerable children become the leaders, educators, and engineers of tomorrow.
Ways to connect & support:
Eugemot Foundation Website