Jacques Kabamba

Co-founder & Executive Director of GHF

Residential Support Specialist, Sign language Interpreter. Trainer foreigner language and Human Rights Consultant.

Hobbies: Songwriting, music, football, and travelling.

André Zombo

Co-founder & Administrator at GHF

I am proud to be a Residential Support Professional and Small Business owner here in Maine — roles that empower me to do more for my community as the administrator of Good Helper Foundation.

Professional Background: World of oil & gas drilling perforations

Hobbies: Music (Reaggae in particular), People Histories and Travelliing….

Samuel Da Costa

Project Officer

When I’m not working at GHF, I serve as Senior Quality Control and Quality Assurance and Senior Fine wire specialist and inspector at Elmet Technologies.

I joined GHF because I like to help and give my support to whomever needs to achieve his goals.

GHF is a great opportunity for Maine and our local community.

Hobbies: Reading and writing

Simeon Bobwa

Co-founder & Director of GHF

Throughout my professional career, I have worn many hats. For many years, I was a radio transmission engineer, before becoming a supervisor at a sanitation plant. At present, in addition to my responsibilities at the Good Helper Foundation, I own and manage WESSE et SON LLC, a cleaning company here in Maine.

Hobbies: I enjoy teaching the Bible and listening to music

Megan Zedda 

Administrative Assistant, Volunteer

During my trip last year, I was able to see the situation of the immigrants here in Maine. I was truly touched, since I love helping people.

With my skills, I wanted to support GHF and contribute to the smooth operations of the organization. I like learning new things and adapting myself to new cultures.

Hobbies: Traveling,cooking, lettering, cinema, history

Rebecca Verschueren

Grants Tracker

Originally from Belgium, I have lived in the U.S. for almost three years now. I speak both French and English and enjoy volunteering with GhF. I help grow their team.

Hobbies: Drawing and listening to music.

Francine Ilunga

Landlord & Housing Field Support

I have lived in the United States for almost 8 years. I live in Auburn Maine. As an immigrant myself, I know what it’s like when you don’t have a roof over your head. That’s why I am volunteering at GHF, to help find apartments for those in need. 

As a landlord and housing field support, I liaise with landlords and property owners on behalf of immigrant clients to negoriate rental agreements.

Hobbies: Gardening.