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we See a need, we choose to act, and we invite others to build toghether.

we See a need, we choose to act, and we invite others to build toghether. we See a need, we choose to act, and we invite others to build toghether. we See a need, we choose to act, and we invite others to build toghether.

 

We are driven by Compassion, Empathy, and Purpose

Our story

 Oaknna began in 2017 when a photograph of an overcrowded classroom inspired a group of friends to take action. That single act of kindness eventually became the Oaknna Foundation. 

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Oaknna Foundation

Mission

Mission

Mission

 Oaknna Foundation is dedicated to empowering youth, refugees, women, and individuals with disabilities through mentorship, workforce development, skills training, and inclusive education programs that promote long-term self-reliance and opportunity.

Vision

Mission

Mission

A world where displaced and marginalized individuals have the opportunity, skills, and support to build an independent, dignified, and fulfilling future.

Values

Mission

Values

Empowerment

We equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, mentorship, and opportunities they need to achieve their goals, strengthen their livelihoods, and realize their full potential.


Dignity

We recognize and respect the inherent worth, resilience, and potential of every individual, fostering environments where people are treated with c

Empowerment

We equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, mentorship, and opportunities they need to achieve their goals, strengthen their livelihoods, and realize their full potential.


Dignity

We recognize and respect the inherent worth, resilience, and potential of every individual, fostering environments where people are treated with compassion, respect, and dignity.


Inclusion

We are committed to creating equitable opportunities for all, regardless of displacement, disability, gender, or circumstance, ensuring that no one is left behind.


Collaboration

We believe lasting impact is achieved through meaningful partnerships, community engagement, and collective action that leverage diverse perspectives and strengths.


Accountability

We uphold the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and stewardship, ensuring that we remain responsible to the communities we serve, our partners, and our supporters.

Oaknna Foundation is a humanitarian and development organization committed to advancing education, inclusion, and opportunity for marginalized Sudanese communities in Sudan and the diaspora. 


Our programs provide structured support for youth, women, and individuals with visual impairments whose education, livelihoods, and stability have been disrupted by conflict. Through mentorship, skills development, leadership guidance, and inclusive learning opportunities, Oaknna helps displaced individuals rebuild their pathways toward independence and long-term resilience.


Oaknna’s work also extends to women refugees in Minnesota. The Bloom initiative supports refugee and immigrant women through mentorship, empowerment coaching, and skills training, fostering economic self-reliance and community integration.

Across all initiatives, Oaknna Foundation upholds a commitment to dignity, equity, and sustainable impact. 

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Oaknna Foundation is a tax-exempt public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.  Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 92-1332282. 

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