Emilie Goggans
Administrative Director

Emilie graduated with Honors from Belmont University with a BA in Accounting. Emilie lives in Nolensville, TN with her husband, Josh and their 3 children, Ella, Sophie and Liam.

"I am thankful to be part of an organization where my administrative skills and my passion to see lives transformed can come together. What a privilege to see the Lord work in the lives of these students and their families!"

Njeri Gould
Communications Coordinator

Njeri has a background in youth ministry and spent a number of years working in media in Kenya and Tanzania.  She has a BA in International Relations from USIU-Nairobi and an MDiv in Biblical Studies from Africa International University. She lives in Nolensville, TN with her husband, Adam and their two children, Amani and Tele.

“I am blessed to share the stories of transformation from Kenya.”

Blake Henson
U.S. Director of Development

Blake previously founded a discipleship ministry, Nashville KLIFE, for Middle and High School students. He graduated with honors from Southeast Missouri State University with a BSBA in Marketing. Blake lives in Nashville, TN with his wife, Madi. They have two children, Banks and Dean.

“eduKenya has shown me the power of God's Word, and the part we can all play in sharing it. I love connecting our partners to the bigger story unfolding, and being a advocate for our students."

Evan Kinyanjui
Head of Information Technology

Evan studied Information Technology at Jomo Kenyatta University Of Agriculture and Technology. He lives in Nairobi, Kenya.

“I find immense joy in assisting young children as they explore their boundless potential during their energetic youth, uncovering their innate talents and life's calling. Through Christ, this journey has also revealed to me my own capabilities and the blessings bestowed upon me.”

Pispah Lugondo
Alumni Coordinator

Pispah has completed his CPAs and received his BComm in Finance and is pursuing a MS in Finance and Accounting from the University of Nairobi. He lives in Nairobi, Kenya.

"Serving as the Internship and Alumni Coordinator with eduKenya has been a transformative journey, where the love of Christ has empowered me to mentor and inspire the next generation to break the cycle of poverty. Through eduKenya, I have witnessed firsthand the profound impact of education and community support in changing lives and fostering hope."

Michael Maingi
Head of Education & Deputy Kenya Director

Michael has a B.Ed in Early Childhood at Mt Kenya University and is currently pursuing an MA in Leadership Studies at International Leadership University. He lives in Nairobi, Kenya and is married and father to Jayden and Djibril.

“Serving the community has had a great impact on my life. As an active participant in eduKenya's ministry of transformation, I have seen God uplift the vulnerable and give hope to the hopeless.”

Joseph Njenga
Community Relations Developer

Njenga studied Project Management at the Kenya Institute of Management. He lives in Nairobi, Kenya with his wife, Wairimu. They have a daughter, Mikayla Wanjiku.

“I am very fulfilled when I witness, firsthand, the lives of Mathare families transformed.”

Collette Mwende
Guidance & Counseling Coordinator

Collette studied Community Development and Social Work at Africa Nazarene University. She lives in Nairobi, Kenya with her husband. They have three daughters, Tiffany, Natalie and Leyla.

“Working at eduKenya has allowed me to integrate my faith with my professional life more seamlessly. It has encouraged me to see my work as a calling and an opportunity to serve others, aligning my actions with my beliefs. It has provided a unique context where faith, learning, and community interconnect to create a fulfilling and purposeful experience.”

Angela Ndiho
Community Sustainability Developer

Angela has a BSc in International Business Administration from USIU-Nairobi and a MSc. in Development Studies from the London School of Economics. She lives in Nairobi, KenyA.

“Working for eduKenya has helped me appreciate God's heart for the poor and be a part of His hands and feet to bring the light of Jesus to the community through the transformation programs that we undertake.”

Stella Ndiho
Kenya Director of Strategic Partnerships & Development

Stella has a degree in Economics from Northern Illinois University and has studied Life Coaching and Nutritional Therapy at the School of Natural Health Sciences. She lives in Nairobi, Kenya.

“Working with eduKenya has given me an opportunity to be the Lord's hands and feet in an unlikely environment, and to learn to depend on the Lord more and more each day.”

Amber Newell
Sponsorship & Donor Care Coordinator

Amber has a degree in Biblical Studies from Appalachian Bible College. Amber lives in Nolensville, TN with her husband, Jonathan. They have 3 children, Ava, Lily and Austin.

“As the donor care coordinator, not only do I get to hear transformation stories about the children in Kenya, but I get to hear stories from our donors on how eduKenya has impacted them, too. It's been a blessing for me to see how donors are being blessed by this organization alongside the children in Kenya. It's a beautiful picture of God's love and it's greatly impacted me. I hold it as such an honor to work for eduKenya." 

Erick Nzomo
Procurement Coordinator

Erick studied Management Science at Kenyatta University and Accounts at Visions Institute. He lives in Nairobi, Kenya with his wife, Racheal. They have four children, Grace, Gabriel, Gianna and Guardian.

“I have been impacted positively and have learnt many things, in different aspects of life. I have, in the course of my work, interacted with so many people and created a great network.”