Our Story & Founding Members
HopeBridge Foundation was founded in 2018 by three passionate individuals who witnessed the transformative power of education firsthand. What started as a small pilot project in rural India has now grown into a global movement operating in 12 countries, touching the lives of more than 28,000 children.
“Education is not a privilege — it is a fundamental right that builds bridges out of poverty.” — Founder A
Founder A
Founder & Chairperson
A former UNICEF senior education advisor with 18 years of field experience across South Asia. Founder 1 holds a PhD in International Development from Oxford University and has designed national-level curriculum reforms in India and Nepal. She left her UN career in 2018 to found HopeBridge after seeing too many children left behind.
Founder B
Co-Founder & Program Director
Former Silicon Valley tech executive who sold his ed-tech startup to dedicate his life to education equity. Founder 2 has led the construction of 32 schools using sustainable bamboo and solar technology. He oversees all on-ground programs and technology integration for digital learning.
Founder C
Co-Founder & Community Outreach Lead
Award-winning educator and community organizer from Kenya. Founder 3 pioneered girls’ education initiatives that have increased female enrollment by 340% in the regions she serves. She focuses on community ownership, ensuring every school is run and sustained by local leaders.
Our Core Values
Equity • Sustainability • Community Ownership • Innovation • Transparency