Building a Brighter Future Together
Transforming lives of vulnerable children, youth, and families in Rwanda through education, personal development, and community empowerment.
Vision, Mission & Values
Our Vision
To create a world where all children have a chance to fulfill their potential and become valuable members of the community.
Our Mission
To save children from a life on the street by providing safe spaces where vulnerable children are empowered to identify, develop, and fulfill their potential.
Our Core Values
Respect
Kindness
Inclusivity
Resilience
Our Programs
Holistic programs designed to nurture, educate, and empower every child and family we serve.
Personal Development
Nurturing talents, character, confidence, and life skills
Education
Access to quality education and lifelong learning
Future Leaders
Preparing youth for professional careers and leadership
traditional Dance
Our Traditional Dance program preserves Rwanda's rich cultural heritage by teaching authentic traditional dances, music, discipline, teamwork, and cultural values while building confidence and performance skills.
Parents
Strengthening families through economic empowerment
Impact Stories
Discover inspiring stories of transformation from our community members.
Featured
Umuganura 2026: Celebrating Rwanda’s Culture, Unity and Community
Root Foundation joins communities across Rwanda in celebrating Umuganura 2026, a cherished tradition that brings people together to celebrate harvest, gratitude, culture, unity and hope for the future.
Featured
ALU Performance
The Root Foundation Brass Band delivered an energetic performance at African Leadership University, showcasing young talent, teamwork, creativity, and dedication through music.
Featured
Meline's farewell
Root Foundation celebrates the remarkable service of Méline, our Modern Dance Coach, and thanks her for the lasting impact she has made on the lives of our children and community.
Upcoming Events
Join us for workshops, performances, and community gatherings.
Root Foundation Christmas Celebration 2026
Root Foundation Center
Join Root Foundation’s annual Christmas Celebration bringing together children, youth, parents, staff, volunteers, and partners for a joyful celebration filled with music, entertainment, games, gifts, and community connection.
Root Foundation Christmas Celebration 2026
Root Foundation Center
Join Root Foundation’s annual Christmas Celebration bringing together children, youth, parents, staff, volunteers, and partners for a joyful celebration filled with music, entertainment, games, gifts, and community connection.
Recent Articles
Umuganura 2026: Celebrating Rwanda’s Culture, Unity and Community
Root Foundation joins communities across Rwanda in celebrating Umuganura 2026, a cherished tradition that brings people together to celebrate harvest, gratitude, culture, unity and hope for the future.
ALU Performance
The Root Foundation Brass Band delivered an energetic performance at African Leadership University, showcasing young talent, teamwork, creativity, and dedication through music.
Meline's farewell
Root Foundation celebrates the remarkable service of Méline, our Modern Dance Coach, and thanks her for the lasting impact she has made on the lives of our children and community.
Bronze A and B assessment
A milestone event showcasing the skills, growth, and performance of Bronze A and B students in the Root Foundation Brass Band program.
Intore mubiruhuko
Empowering children and youth through traditional dance, culture, leadership, and teamwork during the school holidays.
Brass Band Performance at KPS Graduation Ceremony – July 10th, 2026
The Brass Band brought energy and celebration to the KPS Graduation Ceremony on July 10th, 2026, creating unforgettable memories through music and performance.
Our Partners & Sponsors
