Our Team in Kenya

Director Martin Chamah

Directing LOMAMO since its inception, Martin Chamah was first called into full time ministry at the age of 20 as the Lord prepared him for 4 years while he majored in Pastoral and Biblical studies. Living in Kisumu, Kenya with his family, Martin spends most of his time serving God’s people in love. His heart is forever bent in serving the sick and the orphans. Martin believes God called him for a mission after witnessing someone showing him and his parents love. He realized that if God had not touched that person’s heart, Martin’s dreams could have sank. Having been raised by World Vision through Australian Sponsors, Martin was given an education and even brought to salvation; therefore he wants to do the same for others. Martin is husband to his late wife, Edith Terry, who went home to the Lord in 2021. They were blessed with 3 biological sons and many more orphaned children whom they have cared for. Martin diligently watches over LOMAMO Foundation as he shepherds his team and the patients they serve.

DENNIS “ALLAN” OUMA WAYODI

Allan is a Kenyan citizen by birth, the fourth born in a family of ten children from a very humble background. His father passed when he was in grade 3 and their family was raised by his mother as a single parent. Three siblings passed in their tender years of life, survived by the remaining 7 siblings. In 2019, Allan was married to his wife Grace and God blessed them with a son named Daniel.

Over the last 10+ years, Allan’s determination led him to educational opportunities resulting in being trained as a drug adherence and treatment counselor and as a Home-Based Caregiver/Counselor to youths and families living with HIV/AIDS. In recent years he served at Christ’s Hope International as a Caregiver and Ministry Center Coordinator in the Orphans & Vulnerable Children (OVC) program. Currently he is working with LOMAMO FOUNDATION as a Caregiver for patients under HIV and TB treatment, ministering to them with the love of God, leading them to the saving grace of the Cross of Christ.

MUSA “MOSES” NYANJONG OTIENO

Moses was born on December 30, 1994 – and proudly born again as a Christian. He graduated with a diploma in Business Management and was privileged to get a job with Christ’s Hope International.  It was here he became motivated and discovered his passion for giving back to society by assisting the less fortunate families…those with orphans and vulnerable children.  Moses is proud to work for LOMAMO Foundation because of their long-standing reputation for saving the sick and dying, by giving them hope.  He takes pride in the work he does feeling satisfied to have found a place where his skills and background fit perfectly with the mission of LOMAMO Foundation.

DANIEL ODHIAMBO ONDU

Born 9th September 1995 and raised by a single mother in Kisumu County, Kenya, Daniel is a public health graduate from Technical University of Mombasa serving at LOMAMO Foundation as a Care Giver. Daniel’s passion for doing this work began after the death of his mother when he was staying with his ailing grandmother and helping to care for her. His good friend also developed kidney failure and had lost hope in life. Daniel stepped in to help by encouraging him with the Word of God and sometimes taking care of him. While serving HIV patients at Homabay Referral Hospital, he found his desire to care for and show love and compassion to the sick. He always gets encouragement from Galatians 6:10 “Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.”

WASHINGTON AYUB ODERO

Born in the Spring of 1995, Washington is a graduate of Moi University School of Medicine, with a BSc. in Medical Psychology. Washington’s passion to be a humanitarian began as soon as he started interacting with patients. He’d been asking God to enable him to faithfully serve the poor, the sick, and the orphans because he’s witnessed, first-hand, very sick family members and he understands the desperation that comes with sickness. Washington’s late father, Vernest Odero Sungu, who was actively involved in serving and ministering to others, played a significant role in helping Washington define his passion. Washington is also the Founder of Police & Youth Mental Health Organization (PYMHO) based in Kisumu County to address the mental health needs of local police officers. His prayer request is for more grace to always do his best for the patients we interact with, because this is not our work but God’s work. LOMAMO is blessed to have Washington serving as a CareGiver.

ASHAR ANYANGO OMONDI

This is Ashar Anyango Omondi who proudly proclaims the Lord Jesus as her Saviour. Ashar lives in Kisumu County, where she was born on 4th June 1998. She is happily married with 2 handsome baby boys, named Baisley and Abraham. Ashar’s desire to serve the sick has been growing since her childhood when she regularly saw Desmond Marshall whole heartedly attend to the needs of her father who was bedridden. This totally changed her life as she developed her heart’s desire to reach out to the sick, just as her late father was reached out to in love.

JULIE OGUTA - A LIFE FUELED BY COMPASSION

Julie Oguta, a compassionate soul and proud Kenyan citizen, embarks on an extraordinary journey of resilience, triumph, and unwavering commitment to serving others. Born on June 7, 1975, in vibrant Siaya County, she shouldered responsibility from an early age, triumphing over educational challenges to pursue her dreams. Julie’s thirst for knowledge led her to study Community Development and Social Work at AIRADS and delve into theology at the renowned Nairobi International School of Ministry. For over a decade, she dedicated herself to Christ’s Hope International, making a profound impact on the lives of vulnerable children. Now a Caregiver with LOMAMO, she continues to spread the Gospel and offer solace, embodying dedication and compassion on her inspiring journey.

Our Board & Advisors

Pamela McClanahan

A 5th generation northern Californian, Pamela found her heart beating fast when she first visited Kenya in 2010. Since then she has been passionate about serving those who’ve been marginalized by society and left alone, vulnerable and without hope. She has seen firsthand how love, even more than medicine or food, is what is needed most. In 2018, some friends from Kenya reached out desperate for a way they could continue to offer Care & Compassion to the most vulnerable in their communities. Pamela tried making several connections but ultimately said YES when both she and her husband felt God saying, “I’ve chosen YOU to make this happen.” Having retired from a career with AT&T, Pamela is happier than ever serving the Lord as Executive Director of Love Matters Most Inc. in the US and Chairman of LOMAMO Foundation in Kenya.

Michael McClanahan

Michael grew up in Kansas and moved to California in his early 30s. He attended medical school and has been practicing medicine as a Certified Physician Assistant for more than 20 years. He also has a certification in Functional Medicine which treats imbalances in the body by honoring the way God created us to live and stay healthy. Michael gave his life to the Lord in March, 1987 and is currently attending Christ Community Church where he is active in the Mens Ministry as a leader and mentor. He has been involved as a supporting member of a care and compassion ministry in Kenya for several years and now serves as Treasurer for Love Matters Most Inc. Michael also serves on the LOMAMO Foundation Board of Trustees. Now retired, he is excited about this ministry and its promise of hope through Jesus Christ.

Alan van Sloten

Alan has a passion for families! He believes the best way to help children is to help their parents regain health… both physical and spiritual well being. In terms of missional cost effectiveness, the dollars spent on adult care will save hundreds if not thousands on orphan care. To keep families together is priceless. Alan is proud to serve on the Board of Trustees for LOMAMO Foundation Kenya. As a dear friend of the ministry once said, “In a very real sense, it is the Orphan-Prevention Program.” Alan also serves as a Founding Director for Love Matters Most in the US.

Chuck Cameron

Chuck Cameron has made his home in Michigan for 70 years. While it is far from Kenya geographically, after three trips, this good country, and its kind and gentle people, have become close to his heart. After many decades in the business world, God is using Chuck’s skills to help guide Love Matters Most to meet some of the many needs in Kenya. He and his wife enjoy their “retirement” with very full schedules, working with church and community outreaches. His 2 daughters, and step son, have made him a proud grandfather 7 times. Chuck looks forward to seeing how God will use LOMAMO Foundation to help Kenyans help Kenyans. Chuck serves as a Director for Love Matters Most Inc and a founding member of the LOMAMO Foundation Board of Trustees.

SUE MOREY JONES


In 2017 while at church, Sue heard someone say, “We are looking for people to go to Africa with us. Are you available?” For as long as she can remember, Sue always wanted to meet and minister to God’s precious people who appeared to be less fortunate – and in the process discovered she was the one “less fortunate”. She’s learned love, acceptance and humility while volunteering in many organizations across the United States. Sue is blessed to volunteer as Board Secretary with Love Matters Most Inc., in the US and LOMAMO Foundation in Kisumu, Kenya where she’s found home, friends, family and purpose beyond her imagination. Having retired with a diverse business background, God has used Sue and allowed her to follow a calling she received long ago. She is grateful to be a first-hand witness to the love, patience, gratitude and happiness she knows could only come from our Heavenly Father.

TONY MADANGA, TREASURER

This is Tony Madanga, CPA. He lives in Kenya and has been working at Christ’s Hope International since 2010. He started as an accountant and in 2018 became the Country Director. In April 2019, he was appointed CFO of the Organization. In 2017, Tony was married to Caroline and the Lord has blessed them with 4 children under their care.
Tony is currently the Board Treasurer of Love Matters Most, Kenya helping the team in Kenya with Financial Management and Reporting as a way of giving back to the society. He’s happy to be part of this great team who work tirelessly in serving the sick and preventing thousands of children from becoming orphans. For Tony, this is an opportunity in joining God at work. At LOMAMO Foundation, we are grateful.

Gert Jan van den Bosch

Gert Jan lives in Zwolle in the Netherlands and is married to Marianne. Together they have 3 children and 7 grandchildren. Since 1991 they have been members of an Evangelical Church. Gert Jan started his career as a male nurse (hospital, ambulance service, home care) and held various management positions. After more than 28 years he switched to consultancy in ‘Healthcare and IT’, most recently specializing in information security and privacy legislation. Together with his wife they visited the Care & Compassion project in Kenya in 2007 and saw the great need; they have been involved ever since. In 2018, Marianne and Gert Jan began supporting LOMAMO in numerous ways, using their unique giftedness to help start this ministry. Gert Jan & Marianne serve LOMAMO Foundation “above and beyond” with support and encouragement in numerous areas. With his wife, Gert Jan began Zorg voor Afrika, a ministry in the Netherlands, which supports the work of Love Matters Most in Kenya. We are very grateful for this Board.

Marianne van den Bosch

Marianne is married with Gert Jan, and together they have three children and seven grandchildren. In her occupation as a nurse, she has worked as a home-based nurse, a nurse in youth healthcare and in an organization supporting families with multiple problems. Since 2007 she has been a nurse practitioner in prevention and since 2015 as a (registered) nurse practitioner in mental health care. Since 2014 Marianne has worked with organizations that cares for addicted people. In 2007 she went with Gert Jan for the first time to the care and compassion ministry in Kisumu, Kenya. She was immediately touched in her heart and since the first moment she has been involved in the care and compassion program. Marianne believes that God especially loves people with problems who struggle in their lives. She is happy to do God’s work. Gert Jan & Marianne serve LOMAMO Foundation “above and beyond” with support and encouragement in numerous areas.

Desmond Marshall

Currently working as a “Hospital Cleaner” in Northern Ireland, it could be said that Desmond Marshall is the reason LOMAMO Foundation Kenya exists. More than a decade ago, following the work that was begun by the Dutch, Dessie implemented a care and compassion ministry designed to care for those who’ve been abandoned to die. In addition to providing urgent acute care, Dessie spent time with the patients…serving them, keeping them overnight when they had no one to give them food or remind them to take their medicine. He gave them fellowship from his heart, visiting patients in the hospitals and advocating for them to their doctors. He won’t be found sitting in meetings or staying in the office. Kenya is filled with patients who tell stories of how they were abandoned by their family and friends until Dessie came along, showed them love and encouraged them to keep trying. Now we are blessed to follow in his footsteps. Desmond serves LOMAMO Foundation with an abundance of encouragement and support!

MUHAMMAD ATIF

Muhammad Atif is website designer and digital marketer. He belongs from Pakistan. He is affiliated with Love matters most from 2019. He manages LMM websites and all the marketing channels for the organization to bridge the gap between the organization and the donors. His educational background includes bachelors in computer science and he has professional work experience years working with international clients to scale their growth in terms of business and their markeing needs. He is founder of Web Bloom Solutions where he gives all the services including but not limited to Web design, Search Engine Optimization, Social media marketing and much more, feel free to check out his website here.

other important information

LOMAMO FOUNDATION

LOMAMO Foundation was approved by the Kenya Government as a non-profit foundation on 19 October, 2018. Our Kick-Off Celebration took place October 28th and was attended by nearly 200 friends and guests!

WE ARE BLESSED TO SUPPORT THE MOST VULNERABLE OF OUR BROTHERS & SISTERS.

IMPORTANT INFO...

100% of all donations go directly to the work of LOMAMO in Kenya. Administrative costs associated with running Love Matters Most, Inc. in 2020 was less than 7%. None of the Officers and Directors receive any compensation for their involvement.

PLEASE DONATE using the GIVE NOW button on any of our pages. Make a one-time or monthly recurring gift of ANY amount. Or send a check, made out to Love Matters Most, Inc. (or LMM Inc.) and mail it to 3741 Sutter Hill Lane, Carmichael, CA 95608. THANK YOU.

LOVE MATTERS MOST INC.

LOVE MATTERS MOST, Inc. is a California based non-profit with Employer Identification # (EIN)

83-3329252.

This photo is of Pastor Martin with one of our youngest patients…

LOVE MATTERS MOST!