Timena's Initiative Foundation

Welcome to Timena's Initiative Foundation

Timena’s Initiative Foundation (TIF) is a UK-registered charity dedicated to empowering communities through education, access to clean water, and sustainable development.

Our mission is to create meaningful opportunities, support vulnerable communities, and help build a future where individuals and families can thrive with dignity and hope.

Our Work

Clean Water Access

Through our clean water initiative in The Gambia, Timena’s Initiative Foundation (TIF) supports access to safe water for local communities.

Our work includes supporting water infrastructure and maintaining existing facilities, recognising that reliable access to clean water is essential for health, education and community wellbeing.

Water Access & Community Impact

Clean Water Infrastructure

Project Development & Installation

School Borehole Restoration September 2026

In September 2026, Timena’s Initiative Foundation supported the restoration of a school borehole in The Gambia following a breakdown that disrupted access to water.

The restoration was fully funded through the personal contributions of TIF’s Founder and Chair, Fatima Ndure, without external donations or donor funding.

Working alongside our local representative, the project helped restore an essential water facility for the school community.

This initiative reflects our commitment to practical, community-led solutions and ensuring access to essential resources.

Before Restoration -Damaged Borehole

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Water Access Restored September 2026

Borehole Damage - Structural Repairs Required

Where Our Journey Began...

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Every meaningful journey begins with a vision.

Timena’s Initiative Foundation (TIF) began with a personal commitment to improving lives and supporting communities in The Gambia.

Our first clean water project was conceived, initiated and entirely funded by our founder, Fatima Ndure, using personal funds, without any external donations.

This initiative laid the foundation for what would become Timena’s Initiative Foundation, officially registered as a charity in England and Wales in October 2026.

What began as a personal vision is now growing into a collective mission to empower communities, improve access to essential resources and create opportunities for sustainable development.

Supporting the Wider Community

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TIF’s first borehole project was established within a school compound in The Gambia, providing access to clean water for pupils and members of the surrounding community.

The facility also serves people attending a nearby mosque, extending its benefits beyond the school environment.

This initiative reflects our commitment to improving access to essential resources and supporting the wellbeing of local communities.

Education & School Support

At Timena’s Initiative Foundation (TIF), we believe every child deserves the opportunity to access education, regardless of their financial circumstances. Through our school sponsorship initiative in The Gambia, we identified 40 children in need of educational support. Of these, 19 children received school-fee sponsorship through the initiative. 10 were funded by our founder, Fatima Ndure, while a further 9 children were supported through the generosity of an individual sponsor, coordinated by our team in The Gambia.

These early contributions were made through personal funding rather than public fundraising.

Our ambition is to expand this initiative, helping more children access education and build brighter futures.

Community Development & Sustainability

At Timena’s Initiative Foundation (TIF), we believe sustainable development is about creating opportunities that empower communities for generations to come. Building on our work in clean water access and education, we aim to explore community-led initiatives in agriculture, environmental sustainability and practical skills development.

Our long-term vision is to support communities in developing greater self-sufficiency, strengthening local opportunities and improving quality of life. We recognise that meaningful and lasting change begins by listening to communities, understanding their priorities and working together towards shared goals.

Our Vision & Our Mission

Our Vision

A future where underserved communities in The Gambia have greater access to essential resources, education and opportunities to thrive, empowering individuals and future generations to build sustainable livelihoods.

Our Mission

Timena’s Initiative Foundation (TIF) is committed to improving lives through community-led initiatives focused on clean water, education, wellbeing and sustainable development. We aim to work alongside local communities, understand their needs and support practical solutions that create meaningful, lasting change.

Meet Our Trustees

Fatima Ndure

Founder & Chair of Trustees

Fatima Ndure is the founder of Timena’s Initiative Foundation (TIF), a UK-registered charity established through her commitment to improving lives and creating meaningful opportunities for underserved communities in The Gambia.

With a background in mental health nursing and a passion for humanitarian work, Fatima believes in the importance of compassion, dignity, education and community empowerment. Her vision for TIF began with a personally funded clean water project and has since grown to include educational support and aspirations for sustainable community development.

As Founder and Chair, Fatima is committed to working collaboratively with fellow trustees and local communities to build a foundation rooted in transparency, accountability and lasting positive change.

Muhammed Jobe (Mo)

Trustee / Headteacher & Local Community Coordinator

Muhammed Jobe is a trustee of Timena’s Initiative Foundation (TIF) and a headteacher based in The Gambia.

He supports the foundation’s local coordination and community engagement, helping facilitate educational initiatives and projects that respond to local needs.

Malang Fatty

Trustee | Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN)

Malang Fatty is a Registered Mental Health Nurse and trustee of Timena’s Initiative Foundation (TIF).

His professional background in mental health nursing brings valuable knowledge of wellbeing, compassionate care and the importance of supporting vulnerable individuals and communities.

As a trustee, Malang contributes to the foundation’s governance, strategic development and commitment to improving lives through sustainable, community-focused initiatives.

Get Involved & Contact Us

Together, We Can Make a Difference

At Timena’s Initiative Foundation (TIF), we believe meaningful and lasting change is possible when people come together with compassion, commitment and a shared vision.

We welcome individuals, organisations and potential partners who share our commitment to improving lives and creating opportunities for underserved communities in The Gambia.

Whether you are interested in supporting our projects, exploring partnership opportunities, volunteering or simply learning more about our work, we would love to hear from you.

Get in Touch

For general enquiries, partnerships and expressions of interest in supporting our work, please contact us:

Email: timenasproject33@outlook.com

Timena’s Initiative Foundation (TIF)

Registered Charity in England and Wales

Charity Number: 1220061

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