Providing support to youth and community

Our Mission

OBey Foundation was established in January 1998 as a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization to provide programs and support to individuals and organizations committed to youth and community wellness.

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When you do nothing you feel overwhelmed and powerless. But when you get involved you feel the sense of hope and accomplishment that comes from knowing you are working to make things better. ~ Maya Angelou ~

Jembe Revolution: The Birth of the Jembe
in America Paperback

Kojo Bey, the distinguished author of "Jembe Revolution," holds the roles of Executive Director and Board of Director at the OBey Foundation. Within the pages of his book, the fascinating journey of the jembe drum unfolds—one of the most widely embraced percussion instruments globally. This literary work delves into the roots of African drumming and dance before the jembe drum made its mark in America. Through the perspectives of drummers, dancers, and enthusiasts who witnessed the inception of jembe music in America, the book sheds light on how this instrument sparked a revolutionary wave.

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Featured Project

Maternity Ward Transformation

Our Maternity Ward renovation project is in its final stages, and we are excited about the positive impact it will have on the healthcare services we provide to the pregnant women of Brenu Akyinim, the village we have embraced. This revamped facility will cater to various aspects of maternal care, including prenatal care, labor and delivery, postpartum care, educational programs, and family support.

To put the finishing touches on this important project, we require a total of $2,000.00 US Dollars. With this funding, we can ensure the Maternity Ward is fully equipped and ready to provide exceptional care to expectant mothers in our community.

More Projects

The Moringa Project

About 12 years ago I was introduced to the super food Moringa while in Ghana. I was so intrigued by he many functions and healing properties of this super food that I had our volunteers in Ghana plant some on the Ocean Breeze property. Those 4 Moringa trees stand tall and are a constant healthy presence. After years of promoting Moringa to friends and family, we decided to invest in farming the tree.

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Brenu Community Center Project

This project as established to directly support the community of Brenu Akyinim. It will provide a higher-level learning institution that specializes in providing individuals with the vocational education and technical skills they need in order to perform the tasks of a particular job. Once completed, we will have Electrician and Seamstress vocational training available to all that want to attend.

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The Eco Drum Bag Project

In 2013 Executive Director Kojo Bey conceived the idea of a eco drum bag made from recycled plastic (RPET) fabric. 6 years later we secured the fabric in Asia and hired a team of local sewing specialists in the Brenu Akyinim area in the Central Region of Ghana to form the production team.

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