Together, we can change lives.

We provide free life-saving medicines, essential aid, and education, while partnering with communities and organizations to strengthen healthcare outcomes and create lasting, sustainable impact in the communities we serve.

Our Mission.

No One Behind (NOB) Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to ensuring that children and families impacted by sickle cell in under-resourced communities are SEEN — supported through life-saving care, educated through genotype awareness, empowered with sustainable resources, and never forgotten through collaborative, community-driven solutions.

We provide free life-saving medicines, essential aid, and education, while partnering with communities and organizations to strengthen healthcare outcomes and create lasting, sustainable impact in the communities we serve.

“At the heart of our work is the belief that every warrior, their families and communities deserves to be seen, supported, and given the opportunity to thrive — regardless of where they live.”

The foundation was established in honor of our founder’s sister, Matilda, whose strength as a sickle cell warrior continues to inspire our mission and commitment to serving others every day.

Our guiding promise: Leaving No One Behind. Join our community of supporters, partners, and volunteers making this a reality.

The Seen Framework.

Every program, every initiative, every act of service is guided by four pillars that define how we approach community impact and sustainable support.

 

S

Life-Saving Aid

Support

Providing lifesaving medicines, food supplies, and essential aid for sickle cell warriors, their families, and underserved communities.

E

Genotype Awareness

Education

Advancing sickle cell awareness and community health literacy across schools, institutions, and local communities.

E

Building Futures

Empowerment

Equipping warriors and caregivers with personal, professional, and economic opportunities to build stronger, more independent futures.

N

Lasting Visibility

Never Forgotten

Ensuring sickle cell warriors and vulnerable communities remain visible, valued, and supported — because no one should ever be forgotten.

7+

Communities served across Africa

500+

Warriors & families reached

3

Core programs running in 2026

100%

Medicines provided free of charge

Our Founders Message.

The work of the NOB Foundation began with faith, purpose, and a promise to my roots.

I founded this organization in honor of my sister, Matilda, and her extraordinary journey as a sickle cell warrior. Her strength and resilience continue to guide our mission and shape everything we do. That mission is simple yet profound: to ensure that sickle cell warriors, their families, and the communities we serve are SEEN—supported, educated, empowered, and never forgotten.

At our core, the NOB Foundation exists to provide free, life-saving medicines, essential aid, and compassionate care to sickle cell warriors in need. But our work goes beyond medical support. It is rooted in a commitment to never forget the “after-thoughts”—the children and families impacted by sickle cell in impoverished communities who are too often overlooked and left to face both the disease and the burden of poverty alone.

Grounded in our commitment to creating sustainable impact, our mission in 2025 came to life because of you. With the support of our donors, partners, and volunteers, we provided free life-saving medicines, food, and essential aid to over 300 sickle cell warriors. Through my annual birthday fundraiser, we supported 45 warrior mothers through our Warrior Mom in Business Project, equipping them with business education, financial literacy, and access to capital to build lasting economic stability. We enrolled 10 sickle cell warriors in our Warriors in Tech Project, opening doors to opportunity and long-term career pathways within our communities. Through partnerships with five organizations, we expanded our reach and strengthened our collective, sustainable impact.

2025 was also a year of reflection and loss. We mourned the passing of Rhoda, one of our NOB Foundation Ambassadors whose dedication to the sickle cell community inspired so many. While our hearts remain heavy, her legacy continues to move us forward with greater urgency and intention—guiding the work ahead.

Every program we build is designed to meet immediate needs while creating sustainable solutions, ensuring that no warrior and no family is forgotten.

To every donor, partner, volunteer, and supporter—thank you. Your generosity restored hope, strengthened families, and reminded our communities that they are seen, valued, and supported.

As we step into 2026, we invite you to join us as we continue to expand our programs, deepen our impact, and move this work forward with purpose and action. Together, we are building a future rooted in dignity, compassion, and care for the communities who need it most. On behalf of our team, our volunteers, and the warriors and families we serve, thank you for standing with us and helping us fulfill our mission—leaving No One Behind.

 

With gratitude and hope,
Dr. Stephen Boateng
Founder, NOB Foundation

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Together we are stronger.

No One Behind isn’t just our name — it’s a community promise. Step into it with us today.