It was a bright July morning in 2000, in the heart of the Bronx. A woman found herself reflecting on the many blessings she had — the privilege of living in America, the joy of having healthy children who attended school, and the opportunity to work. Yet, amid her deep gratitude, there was a palpable sense of yearning. She had not forgotten her roots, nor the struggles she had endured to get here.

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For Beatrice Nkumsah, this profound sense of gratitude and longing ignited a powerful drive to give back. She felt a calling to help the voiceless women, children, and families in Ghana — those who had been silenced by domestic abuse, sexual assault, poverty, and a lack of education. She knew that these vulnerable individuals needed someone to stand up for them, to advocate and fight on their behalf. Determined to save the generations of her homeland, Beatrice founded what would become Morning Glory Center Ministries, now known as Morning Glory Center Foundation, Inc.