You are viewing the 2023 Annual Report for the Matilda Flow Inclusion Foundation in Amasaman, Ghana. This report was published on May 16, 2026.
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Page 1: About the Foundation
Mission
The Matilda Flow Inclusion Foundation (MFI Foundation) is a community-based, non-profit, non-governmental organization located near Amasaman Fise in Greater Accra, Ghana. Our mission is to create inclusive work and job training opportunities for artisans who are women, persons with disabilities, and parents of children with disabilities to support their own needs and those of their families. Many artisans in our community have been put out-of-work by used clothing sent to Ghana from the United States and Europe. At the MFI Foundation Tie-and-Dye House, artisans learn to transform used clothing into clothes, bags, and accessories for sale locally and globally through upcycling, sewing, tie-dye techniques, yarn-making, crocheting, and bead-making. All proceeds from the sale of our products directly support the MFI Foundation’s programs to employ and train more artisans to upcycle textile waste.
Page 2: Leadership
Founder & Managing Director
“In 2016, we did research and saw that a lot of mothers of children with disabilities were stuck in their homes. They could not leave their children indoors and go to work. Aside that, a lot of persons with disabilities also are not being employed in Ghana. We saw the need and founded this organization. We started with seamstressing, tie-and-dye making, fabric bead-making, and a whole lot. We train people how to tie-and-dye, how to sew, how to make beads with fabrics.” - Matilda Lartey
In this quote, Matilda Lartey, fashion designer, artisan, and entrepreneur shares what inspired her to found the MFI Foundation.
Board of Directors
- Genevieve Amma Kujam - Board Member
- Adieu Kofi Wisdom - Board Member
- Richmond Bright Mensah Tumado - Board Member
- James Mensah Tumado - Board Member, Secretary
- Grace Nyame - Board Member, Staff Representative
- Matilda Lartey - Founder, Executive Director
Page 3: Artisans and Advocates
Page 4: Programs
Artisan Employment
MFI Foundation creates employment for artisans, especially women, persons with disabilities, and parents of children with disabilities.
Job Training Program
MFI Foundation provides short-term (6-9 months) or longer-term (1-4 years) paid job training positions for apprentices learning sewing and other crafts.
Community Trainings & Disability Advocacy
MFI Foundation holds regular community training programs where Managing Director Matilda Lartey and artisans from the foundation lead trainings in skills such as soap-making. The team also use these events to advocate for the inclusion and employment of persons with disabilities in the community.
Page 5: Impact
Impact in 2023
- 10 artisans employed or artisan trainees who were receiving stipends as apprentices at any time during the year
- 2 artisan trainees who graduated after completing 6 or more months of training
- 462+ jeans upcycled
- 335+ jeans upcycled
- More trousers and scrap fabrics also upcycled
Page 6: Milestones
Other Milestones in 2023
- MFI Foundation renovated several areas of its facilities, most significantly the bathroom to make it more accessible.
- MFI Foundation contributed to or consulted on several research projects including one project focused on energy consumption.
- Matilda Lartey presented as the keynote speaker at the 2023 LEAPS Conference at Boston College in Massachusetts, US).
- MFI Foundation increased its social media activity on Instagram (@mfifashionghana) and started a months-long project to update its website with more interactive content.
- MFI Foundation ended the year by gifting all artisans and trainees a package of rice and other food items for the holiday season.
Page 7: Financial Summary
Expenses in 2023
- Total Revenue: 233,059 GHS
- Total Expenses: 202,682 GHS
- Artisan & Trainee Salaries*: 121,241 GHS
- Upcycling Materials: 30,913 GHS
- Transportation for Programs: 22,090 GHS
- Admin & Facilities Renovation: 12,825 GHS
- Utilities: 9,858 GHS
- Community Programs: 5,755 GHS
* Studio space rental was included in this category for a total of ~21,600 GHS.
Distribution of Expenses in 2023
Page 8: Budget Narrative
How We Used Our Funding in 2023
- 59.8% of the MFI Foundation’s 2023 budget directly supported salaries for artisans, stipends for trainees, and salaries for other staff such as the MFI Foundation driver.
- 15.3% of the budget was used for upcycling materials (used jeans, t-shirts, and jackets) along with other sewing and accessory-making supplies.
- 10.9% of the budget supported transportation to community programs and to visit artisans and trainees who worked-from-home to deliver materials and provide supervision and support. This included fuel costs and necessary car maintenance.
- 6.3% of the budget supported administration costs such as auditing and organizational filings and renovation of the bathroom facilities at the MFI Foundation.
- 4.9% of the budget supported utilities at the MFI Foundation workshop including electricity, refills of the water tank, and maintenance of the sewing machines.
- 2.8% of the budget supported supplies used for community training programs in skills such as soap-making.
Funding Sources
MFI Foundation’s budget in 2023 was entirely supported by grants from its 501c3 non-profit partner organization in the United States, MFC Tie-Dye (Make Fashion Clean). MFC fundraises for the project and sells MFI Foundation upcycled products to help fund programs at the MFI Foundation.
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Matilda Flow Inclusion Foundation
Email: matildaflowenterprise@gmail.com
Website: www.mfifoundationghana.org
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 18873
Accra North, Ghana
Physical Address:
Tie and Dye House
Nii Kpakpo Oblipoo Road
Amasaman Fise
Greater Accra, Ghana
