Every child learning, thriving, and living with hope.
A future in which vulnerable children can access education, care, mentorship, and the opportunity to fulfill their God-given potential.
Faithful purpose. Practical compassion.
A Christian nonprofit vision centered on children, strengthened by families, and grounded in the hope of Jesus Christ.
Who we are
Mandisa’s Children Education Fund supports vulnerable children in Nigeria with pathways to education, essential care, Christian mentorship, and hope. We also seek to strengthen widows and caregivers whose stability shapes a child’s future.
Love made visible through service.
To demonstrate the love of Jesus Christ by supporting education, health, mentorship, and family stability for children and caregivers affected by conflict, displacement, and extreme poverty in Nigeria.
Our biblical foundation
“Let the little children come to me…”
MCEF’s identity is centered on Jesus Christ. We believe faith is expressed through humility, truth, compassion, justice, prayer, wise stewardship, and service that protects dignity. We seek to serve without coercion or discrimination and to honor the agency, culture, and God-given worth of every person.
Read our Statement of Faith →The founder’s story
MCEF was founded in 2025 by Mandisa Anze, who was then an eighth grade student living in Dallas, Georgia. Mandisa believes that every child is created by God, deeply loved, and worthy of dignity, care, education, and hope.
Meet MandisaWhat makes MCEF distinctive
Faith in God
We trust God and seek His wisdom in every decision.
Christlike Compassion
We serve with love that listens, protects, and acts.
Biblical Integrity
We commit to truth, accountability, and ethical conduct.
Dignity
We honor every person as created in the image of God.
Education
We believe learning unlocks opportunity and agency.
Justice
We pursue fair access and stand alongside the vulnerable.
Excellence
We bring care, discipline, and quality to the work.
Stewardship
We use entrusted resources responsibly and transparently.
Partnership
We value local knowledge and shared responsibility.
Hope
We believe present circumstances need not define the future.
Governance & accountability
MCEF is preparing space for verified board members, leadership, advisors, governance documents, program policies, financial reports, and registration information. These materials will be published only after approval and verification.
Board & leadership ForthcomingGovernance documents ForthcomingFinancial accountability Framework available