Empowering Immigrant
Children to Thrive.
Providing all the necessary tools and guidance to navigate and excel in their new environment for a brighter future.
Our Impact
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The NYOKI Foundation has impacted over 340 lives through direct outreach and empowerment programs.
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85% of participants in our mentorship programs report increased confidence in pursuing education, career or creative goals.
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The foundation has helped 12 young women apply for college and scholarships last year- 10 of whom were first-generation students.
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100% of donations go directly to programs and scholarships.
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We've partnered with 1 local church and 2 schools to provide services to newcomers and families often overlooked by traditional systems.
To provide financial assistance for school supplies, extracurriculars, high school, or college tuition. Many immigrant families face financial barriers that make education less accessible. Scholarships can help level the playing field.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Connect youth with mentors who guide them through life transitions, school challenges, and personal growth.
MENTORSHIP & LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Host art, music, dance, and fashion classes to help kids express themselves creatively. Creativity can be a powerful healing tool and a bridge between cultures. It allows children to explore their talents and feel seen.
CREATIVE ARTS & EXPRESSIONS PROGRAMS
Newcomers Yearning for Opportunities, Kindness & Inclusion
The NYOKI Foundation was born out of a deep personal journey and a strong sense of purpose, inspired by the struggles and triumphs of immigrant children navigating life in a new country. The Founder, Nyoki G. Jones, once an immigrant child herself, faced many challenges while adjusting to life in the United States. From learning a new language to adapting to a different culture, she understood firsthand the emotional and educational hurdles that often stood in the way of success. But through faith and determination, she discovered that her path was guided by a higher calling, rooted in the promise of
Jeremiah 29:11:
"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord," plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
This verse became the foundation of her vision for NYOKI, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing immigrant children with the same opportunities and hope for a brighter future. Jones believes that every child, regardless of their background, deserves access to the resources, education, and support that will help them thrive in their new home. NYOKI was created to fulfill that mission, offering scholarships, mentorship, and community programs to uplift and empower immigrant children, just as Ms. Jones was once uplifted herself.
Core Values
Faith
Faith is the bridge between where you are and where you’re destined to be.
Empowerment
You are not limited by your start, but by what you believe is possible.
Resilience
Your setback is the setup for your comeback.
Kindness
Kindness costs nothing, but it creates everything.
Community
When we rise together, we rise stronger.
OUR MISSION
At NYOKI (Newcomers Yearning for Opportunity, Kindness & Inclusion), our mission is to reflect God’s love by creating a welcoming space for newcomers and underserved communities. We empower individuals through mentorship, education, and opportunity—guided by compassion, fueled by faith, and rooted in the belief that everyone deserves to be seen, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential.
OUR VISION
We envision a world where every newcomer feels embraced, valued, and empowered to thrive. Through faith-driven service and community collaboration, the NYOKI Foundation seeks to break barriers, ignite hope, and build a future where kindness and inclusion aren’t just ideals—but everyday realities for all.
Success Stories
Coralie Nanfack, NJ
5 Months ago
" have been transformed by it because these experiences made me to develop a great sense of gratitude. Gratitude towards my parents, towards God and even the simplest things in life. I am so grateful to know, Nyoki, and I thank God for the many ways she has helped me."
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Nanakraa Boaye-Yiadom, NJ
2 Months Ago
"America was the best and worst thing that happened to my family. It forced us to go through even more lost in order to experience what it's like to be found. The NYOKI Foundation gave me a space to be myself and become the woman I am called to be despite of my journey to get there."
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Josh Bons, PA
6 Months Ago
'The NYOKI Foundation made me believe I was more than my circumstances. They didn’t just see me—they listened. And that gave me the courage to speak up and dream again."
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