Tabitha International Foundation
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Our Mission
The Tabitha Foundation is committed to empowering refugees and immigrants who are transitioning beyond initial resettlement services provided by KRM and Catholic Charities. We offer comprehensive mental health services, along with support for new and expectant parents, and robust mentorship programs. Our vision is to enable these individuals to overcome challenges, build strong families, and actively contribute to their new communities in pursuit of the American dream.
Our Programs
Mentorship program
The Guided Growth Mentorship Program empowers adults to make informed decisions about their future. We connect mentors and mentees in a structured, supportive environment. Regular check-ins ensure consistent communication, track progress, address challenges, and celebrate achievements, fostering personal and professional growth.
Mental Health for Refugees
War and conflict force many individuals and families to flee their homes, often seeking refuge in other countries. The journey to safety can be long and fraught with difficulties, including time spent in refugee camps. When refugees arrive in the USA, they face new challenges as they adjust to a different culture and way of life. Learn more.
Pregnancy and Infant Care Support
Our Pregnancy Program provides comprehensive support from prenatal care through the first two years of infant life. We cover essential topics like nutrition, safe exercise, mental well-being, home safety, birth preparation, and postnatal care. Our program ensures mothers are informed, supported, and prepared for each stage of pregnancy and early motherhood. Learn more.
Donations and Scholarship Program
This program provides essential items and funding for education. For as little as $50, a child can attend school for a year in countries like the DRC, Burundi, and Uganda, offering hope and transforming lives. Learn more.
Our History
TIF was founded by Congolese siblings David and Genereuse, who navigated the complex refugee resettlement process after fleeing the Democratic Republic of Congo. They spent 15 years in a Burundian refugee camp, enduring extreme poverty and hardship before arriving in Louisville, KY. Leveraging their education and determination, they successfully integrated into American society and pursued higher education. Recognizing the ongoing struggles of refugees, they founded TIF in 2021 to support others on their journey. Despite limited resources, they’ve expanded their efforts, securing a small grant and volunteer support, and continue to help refugees transition after initial resettlement assistance ends.
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This family from Cuba was facing severe hardship, struggling to find food as none of them were employed. We provided them with essential supplies, including food, a mattress, blankets, and more to help them through this difficult time.
With no reliable transportation, we provided him with a bicycle so he could continue supporting his family of three children as their sole provider.
This woman lives with her sister. Both are single mothers. They came from Kenya with 4 kids. We provided beds, sheets, a new washer and dryer and more.
A refugee family is now receiving tutoring and building meaningful connections with their new American community.
A family from Burundi's refugee camp has arrived in Louisville, KY, filled with excitement for their new chapter. During our visit, we donated a computer, clothing, and other essential supplies to help them settle into their new life.
A Cuban family shows items of clothing donated through the program.
