ROOTED IN HOPE,

POWERED BY PURPOSE

As proud descendants of African immigrants, Sabrina and Idris are committed to leaving a lasting, positive legacy, one that expands opportunity and access for future generations.

Guided by a solutions-oriented mindset, we remain agile and responsive to the evolving needs of the diaspora and the communities we serve.

the life experiences

that sparked movement

Through their advocacy and working with strong partners, the Elbas have helped mobilize billions of funding.

$1.75 Billion +
mobilized to fight
rural poverty
$2 Million
Donated t0 COVID-19 Rural Poor Stimulus Fund
$6 MILLION
Donated in debt relief for Somalia
The Elba Hope Foundation invests in actionable solutions focused on empowerment through education, economic opportunity, and entrepreneurship.
We aim to offer alternatives to reliance on aid, emphasizing the creation of opportunities and the reshaping of narratives to unlock the potential for growth, social mobility and empowerment.

OUR WORK IS GUIDED BY three core principles

COMMUNITY-LED
SOLUTIONS

We partner with local leaders and organizations to address challenges like food insecurity, youth unemployment, and education gaps.

Collaborative
partnerships

From grassroots organizations to global institutions, we work with trusted parters to amplify our impact.

Sustainability
at the core

Whether it’s empowering smallholder farmers or supporting digital literacy hubs, we prioritize solutions that foster long-term growth and resilience.

We support programming that aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), a global framework established in 2015 to reduce poverty, promote equity, and protect the planet.

Through our work in agriculture, food security, education, youth advocacy, and sustainable infrastructure, we aim to directly support progress across key SDGs, including quality education, decent work, gender equality, climate action, and zero hunger.

OUR GUIDING SDGs

Partnerships for the Goals

Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development

Life Below Water

Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development

Climate Action

Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts

Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure

Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation

Good Jobs & Economic Growth

Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all

Affordable & Clean Energy

Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all

Clean Water & Sanitation

Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all

Quality Education

Ensure inclusive & equitable quality education & promote lifelong learning opportunities for all

Good Health & Well Being

Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages

No Hunger

End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture


OUR TEAM

OUR FOUNDERS

Idris Elba
Co-founder
Sabrina Elba
Co-founder

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Khary Lazarre-White
Board Chair
Susan Benjamin
Trustee
Roger Charteris
Trustee
Maryam Egal
Trustee

FOUNDATION TEAM

Marsha Reid
Executive Director
Jadee Dumbuya
Country Director, Sierra Leone
Khaled Gad
CEO, Akuna Group
Margaret Kadi
COO, Sierra Leone
Christina Licata
Operations
Katra Sambili
Community Development & Diplomatic Relations
Jonathan Solari
Development

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