About Us
Medical-grade oxygen for the children who need it most.
Thousands of children are suffering and even dying due to a lack of oxygen. Low-income households can't afford what their kids need, and inadequate supply in our medical facilities hits the underprivileged hardest. We exist to change that.
Why we exist
Our Mission
To improve the quality of life of children in disadvantaged hospitals and homes by providing free and safe medical oxygen with the aid of technology.
Our Vision
A West Africa where no child suffers or dies for lack of access to medical-grade oxygen.
Our Approach
We partner with medical gas firms, hospitals, medical professionals, and financial institutions who share our commitment to ensuring underprivileged children do not suffer because of the lack of medical oxygen.
Free Oxygen Supply
Identifying hospitals throughout the country and providing free, safe oxygen to the children who need it most.
Technological Improvements
Medical gas piping, manifold systems, oxygen concentrators, and ICU ventilators for rural and disadvantaged facilities.
Training & Safety
Training on safety, cylinder handling, and the technology behind reliable oxygen delivery to children.
Powered by Rikair Company Limited
Breath of Hope Foundation is a subsidiary initiative of Rikair Company Limited which is a market leader in the supply, installation, and maintenance of medical gas piping systems with over 20 years of regional expertise across West Africa. Every installation meets ISO and European/U.S. Pharmacopoeia quality standards.
Visit Rikair →The people behind the breath
A small, dedicated team working with hospitals, donors, and medical professionals across Ghana.
Kwame Mensah
Founder & Director
Leads the foundation's vision and partnerships across West Africa.
Abena Owusu
Programmes Lead
Coordinates ward projects and the continuous oxygen supply chain.
Dr. Yaw Boateng
Medical Advisor
Guides clinical safety and equipment standards with the partner hospitals.
We don't do this alone
Hospitals, medical gas companies, professionals, and institutions who share one goal: no child left without oxygen.