The Bismack Biyombo Foundation focuses on creating initiatives in three areas to multiply opportunities for children in the DRC: athletics, education, and health.
“We are activating the dreams of the next generation.”
Education unlocks unlimited potential, planting dreams in the hearts and minds of the next generation that are within their reach. The Foundation activates this impact potential by offering affordable schooling in multiple cities in the DRC and supporting students in securing high school and university scholarships at top institutions worldwide.
Successes:
Academies launched in Kinshasa, Lubumbashi and Kivu educate 150 students annually
150 students served through Lubumbashi after school program
15 students boarded at Kinshasa to increase education accessibility
The summer after his rookie season, Bismack traveled back to his home country to personally facilitate his first basketball camp with kids who lived in his neighborhood. Today, the Foundation’s athletic opportunities benefit thousands of students.
Successes:
In 2019 alone, 1,000 students participated in Biz League basketball and soccer clinics
Each summer, 1500 students across 3 cities participate in basketball camps
Refurbished courts in Lubumbashi, Goma, and Kivu provide year-round accessibility to local communities
An indoor basketball court was built in Goma
Bismack’s vision is that one day, all Congolese will have access to affordable health care. Currently, the Foundation is focused on refurbishing hospitals, training and empowering staff, and making sure facilities are running properly.
Successes:
Hospital Genral de reference Kitambo is one of the largest hospitals in the capital city of Kinshasa, serving 450+ patients weekly.
Hospital Tsendwe in Lubumbashi makes medical care accessible for 315 patients weekly.
A mobile clinic in rural Goma reaches 250+ people weekly.
