Makah Foundation Projects

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Makah passed at the age of 40 and our Foundation pledged to build 40 pump wells to honor each year that she lived. So far, all 40 pump wells have been completed in villages in Cameroon West Africa. We however continue to build wells when funding is available.

Each well cost $6000 and takes about 5 days to complete a whole well. You can support the well project with any amount or as a group, business or family can sponsor a well for $6000. 

WELLers are those who have funded full wells

1. LPC Class of 2010, Stevens Point Wisconsin

2. Marty & Becky Loy and family of Stevens Point Wisconsin

3. Mary Rose & Doug Jansson

4. Sackmann Family of Medford Wisconsin

5. Jim & Krista Mendyke and family of Stevens Point WI

6. John & Patty Noel and family of Stevens Point Wisconsin

7. Paul & Jean Baillon and family of Sunfish Lake MN

8. Paul Jansson and Family - Appleton Wisconsin

9. Act Compassionately Together - Switzerland

10. Shya Lou Goes To Arica - Switzerland 

11. St. Therese Foundation of Stevens Point WI

12. Rotary club of Wisconsin Rapids

13. E.J Okray Foundation of Plover Wisconsin

14. Mark Toyota & Family of Plover Wisconsin

15. Tapestry Church of Wisconsin

16. Dr. Candice Ngwa of Texas

17. Great Lakes Chapter BCA-USA

18. BCA-USA National sponsored 5 pump wells

The word "Bon" in the Bali dialect means "children," so Bon Makah translates to "Makah's Children." My late sister Makah, who passed away in 2009, had no children of her own. This orphanage stands as a tribute to her, becoming a home for the children she never had. Currently, the orphanage was designed to house up to 30 kids. Today it is permanent residence for 12 children. It also functions as a resource center for other orphanages and women's empowerment training programs.

The home is overseen by a full-time director who handles day-to-day administration, new intakes, staff supervision, purchases, and visitations. Our team also includes a cook, a caretaker/security guard, a part-time cleaner, and an on-call nurse to oversee new intakes and health needs.

We work closely with the Office of Social Welfare in Cameroon for orphan recommendations and administrative guidance. Each child receives a health check during intake to establish a medical record, followed by doctor visits every six months.

Our dedicated staff treat the children with kindness and compassion, tirelessly working to create a family-like atmosphere. The orphanage provides not only the basic necessities but also emotional support and educational opportunities, ensuring that each child has the chance to thrive. From assisting with homework to organizing games and outings, the staff is deeply involved in the children's lives, fostering their growth and happiness.

At the Bon Makah Orphanage & Resource Center, the children find a place where they are valued and loved—a true home that supports their dreams and aspirations.