How The Home Foundation Began

 Amina Blake‑Foreman is a Trinidad‑born humanitarian and entrepreneur whose commitment to service began at just seven years old, selling spices in her local market to support her family and community. Those early experiences shaped her lifelong values of integrity, compassion, and responsibility — the same values that guide her philanthropic work today.

After moving to the United States, Amina graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from Central Connecticut State University. Her career evolved into leadership, coaching, and community development, where she became known for empowering others and building pathways to opportunity.

As Founder & CEO of Vibe Connections, Amina has helped nearly 150 Caribbean professionals secure meaningful employment while contributing over TT$15.1 million to the local economy. She also serves as a Regional Social Equity Ambassador and National Social Equity Sub‑Task Force Leader, advocating for fairness, representation, and access for underserved communities.

Amina brings this same passion for equity and human dignity to the HOME Foundation, where she is dedicated to improving the lives of citizens in Sierra Leone and Trinidad & Tobago. Through initiatives that provide food, clothing, toiletries, and sports equipment, she works to restore hope, strengthen families, and uplift communities in need.

From a young girl in Trinidad’s markets to a globally recognized leader and humanitarian, Amina’s journey reflects resilience, generosity, and a deep belief that every person deserves dignity and the chance to thrive.

 Bumike Smythe is a global business and operational excellence leader with more than 20 years of experience driving transformational change, strategic planning, and community-centred impact. Born with a passion for problem‑solving and service, he has built a career dedicated to improving systems, strengthening organizations, and creating opportunities for people to thrive.

With advanced expertise in strategy execution, process design, change management, and risk governance, Bumike has led large‑scale initiatives across the public and private sectors, including IBM, Truist Bank, the U.S. Department of State, and GlaxoSmithKline. His work has consistently delivered measurable improvements in efficiency, compliance, and service quality, often benefiting thousands of employees and stakeholders. As noted in his résumé, he “led, designed, and facilitated a rapid digital strategy initiative…with direct impact to thousands of employees,” demonstrating his ability to uplift entire communities through thoughtful, structured change.

Bumike holds both a Bachelor of Science in Finance and a Master of Business Administration from Bowie State University. He is PMP‑trained, Business Analysis certified, and widely respected for his ability to unite teams, simplify complexity, and build sustainable systems that support long‑term growth.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Bumike is deeply committed to humanitarian service. His leadership philosophy centers on dignity, equity, and empowerment, values that align closely with the mission of the HOME Foundation. Through the Foundation’s work providing food, clothing, toiletries, and sports equipment to citizens in Sierra Leone and Trinidad & Tobago, Bumike brings his strategic expertise and compassionate spirit to communities that need it most.

Whether improving global operations or supporting families in underserved regions, Bumike’s life reflects a consistent purpose: to create meaningful, lasting impact and help people build better futures.

 Dahlia Allen- Ankle is a Jamaican-born woman of faith whose life and career have been guided by  compassion, service, and a deep commitment to uplifting others. From an early age, she developed a heart for helping vulnerable communities, particularly children, believing firmly that every individual deserves dignity, care, and the opportunity to thrive.

Before migrating to the United States, Dahlia built a strong professional foundation in Jamaica, earning her diploma in Business Administration from the University of Technology. She went on to work with the Jamaican government as an Internal Auditor before joining Price Waterhouse as an External Auditor, where she developed a reputation for integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.

After relocating to the United States, Dahlia continued her educational journey with determination and excellence, earning her Associate’s Degree in Business Administration from Middlesex Community College, her Bachelor’s Degree in Business from DeVry University, and her Master of Business Administration from Keller Graduate School of Management — graduating Magna Cum Laude from all three institutions.

Dahlia has worked within both the healthcare and real estate industries for many years and currently serves as Assistant to the Director of HOME Foundation Inc. in a personal capacity. Her passion for humanitarian work is deeply rooted in her faith and her belief that we are called to be the hands and feet of Jesus in the world.

A devoted wife and proud mother, Dahlia’s personal experiences have deepened her compassion for others. She is especially passionate about serving children and families in need. Through her work with HOME Foundation Inc., she remains committed to bringing hope, compassion, and practical support to underserved communities, believing that if even one child goes hungry, society has more work to do.

 Born and raised in the vibrant city of New Haven, Connecticut, Steve Jones Jr. is a dedicated humanitarian, family man, and community advocate whose life reflects service, compassion, and purpose. A graduate of Temple University in Philadelphia, he earned his degree in Finance and developed a strong foundation in stewardship, responsibility, and strategic leadership,  qualities that now guide his charitable work.

A devoted husband and father of three, he is deeply committed to creating a better world for future generations. His passion for community upliftment extends far beyond his professional accomplishments. Whether supporting local initiatives in Connecticut or contributing to global humanitarian efforts, he believes in using his skills and resources to make a meaningful difference.

His adventurous spirit, often expressed through long rides on his motorcycle, mirrors his approach to life: bold, open‑hearted, and driven by a desire to explore new ways to serve others.

Today, he proudly lends his leadership and compassion to the HOME Foundation, an organisation dedicated to providing food, clothing, toiletries, and sports equipment to citizens in Sierra Leone and Trinidad & Tobago. Through this work, he is committed to restoring dignity, strengthening families, and bringing hope to communities in need.

He stands as a shining example of what it means to succeed with purpose, balancing professional excellence, family devotion, and a deep commitment to humanitarian impact.