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About M.A.K.E. Initiative
Our Story
M.A.K.E. Initiative Foundation is a nonprofit organization founded on the belief that the strongest work is work that leaves something behind: greater access, greater knowledge, greater capacity, and stronger partnerships.
M.A.K.E. Initiative Foundation is built around action and execution. Healthcare is an important part of our Foundation, but meaningful change goes beyond immediate intervention. Education and training can build knowledge and capacity. Partnerships can extend what is possible. Resources, infrastructure and community support can help strengthen the environments in which people live and work.
Our work may take different forms, but the purpose remains the same: to take on work that matters and make it impactful.
Our first initiative is only the beginning.
We don’t do this work alone. Donors, volunteers, professionals, businesses and partners each contribute something that can help make an initiative possible.
Take the initiative. M.A.K.E. it possible.
WHY M.A.K.E. INITIATIVE Foundation
Turning Resources into Meaningful Action
Limited access to resources, expertise and opportunities can create significant challenges for underserved and vulnerable populations. We believe meaningful change is possible when the right support reaches the people and communities who need it.
Our Work
Where We Focus
Access to quality healthcare is not equal everywhere. In many communities, the challenge is not simply having a healthcare facility, it’s having the expertise, equipment, supplies and support needed to provide the right care. M.A.K.E. Initiative Foundation works with healthcare professionals, institutions and partners to help bridge these gaps and make meaningful care possible.
Vision Restoration & Blindness Prevention
Supporting eye care, vision restoration, surgical services and initiatives aimed at reducing avoidable blindness.
Medical Education & Surgical Training
Supporting knowledge-sharing, clinical education and capacity-building among healthcare professionals.
Healthcare Resources & Equipment
Connecting healthcare facilities with essential medical supplies, equipment and resources.
Partnerships & Capacity Building
Building relationships that strengthen local capacity and extend the reach of meaningful initiatives.
Featured Initiative
Global Vision Restoration & Surgical Education Program
Grenada/ October 2026
Bringing cataract surgery, surgical expertise, glaucoma care and essential ophthalmic resources to communities where restoring sight can restore independence, opportunity and quality of life.
IMPACT / APPROACH
Turning Care Into
Turning Care Into
Long-Term Change
The goal isn’t simply to provide care today. It’s to help create the condition for better care tomorrow.
We support initiatives that strengthen the people, systems and resources already within a community, so that the impact of an intervention can continue long after we leave.
Because the strongest measure of our work isn’t how much we bring with us. It’s what remains when we’re gone.
Our Team
People Behind The Experience
Dr. Le’s interest in developing countries began in the
Dominican Republic where she researched mosquito-transmitted
infectious diseases as an undergraduate biology student of
Cornell University. Her passion for global health further
blossomed during her internship with the World Health
Organization in China where she studied pandemic
preparedness during the SARS epidemic. Equipped with a
Master in Public Health from Yale, Medical Doctorate from
the University of Toronto, and Ophthalmology Residency from
McGill, Dr. Le traveled the world as a healthcare volunteer.
Marcus brings extensive experience in humanitarian
initiatives, international development, fundraising, and
coordinating complex aid efforts in challenging
environments. His work has involved developing programs to
support underserved and vulnerable communities, identifying
community needs, building relationships with organizations
and agencies, and coordinating the resources required to
respond effectively.
His experience spans from a range of humanitarian and
infrastructure initiatives, including healthcare,
construction, emergency response, water and sanitation,
transportation, and community development. He has also
developed strong relationships with executive, governmental,
military, and international aid organizations.
At M.A.K.E. Initiative, Marcus serves as Director of
Business Development & Media, helping communicate the
organization’s work and document the people, partnerships,
and initiatives behind it. He brings a perspective shaped by
experience in the field and a belief that meaningful work
should not only be carried out, but understood, shared, and
supported.
Genelle George is the Founder & Executive Director of
M.A.K.E. Initiative Foundation, bringing more than a decade
of experience in healthcare, clinical operations, and
community service.
Before founding M.A.K.E. Initiative Foundation, Genelle
spent 10 years working in ophthalmology, as a Clinical
Director. Her experience working alongside physicians and
surgical teams gave her a firsthand understanding of the
resources, coordination and collaboration required to
deliver specialized healthcare.
Her work with M.A.K.E. Initiative Foundation grew from a
desire to take that experience beyond the clinical setting
and apply it to initiatives where practical support, strong
partnerships and thoughtful execution can make a meaningful
difference.
As Founder & Executive Director, Genelle leads the
organization’s operations, partnerships and initiatives,
working to turn needs into organized, actionable projects
and ensuring that the resources and people involved are
brought together to see the work through.
Get Involved
There are many ways to support M.A.K.E. Initiative Foundation.
Volunteer
Provide professional expertise
Donate Supplies or equipment
Become a corporate supporter
Support an initiative
Join a mission
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Frequently Asked Questions
M.A.K.E. Initiative is a nonprofit organization focused on mobilizing access, knowledge and expertise to help address important needs in underserved and vulnerable communities.
Healthcare is at the heart of M.A.K.E. Initiative. Our work extends beyond direct care to include education and training, partnerships, community support, resources and infrastructure, and responses to emerging needs.
The Grenada Cataract Mission is M.A.K.E. Initiative's inaugural initiative. It brings together a specialized clinical team, healthcare partners and the support needed to expand access to cataract surgery and help prevent avoidable blindness in Grenada. The mission is planned for October 2026.
There are many ways to support M.A.K.E. Initiative, including volunteering, providing professional expertise, donating supplies or equipment, becoming a corporate supporter, supporting an initiative, or joining a mission.
Donors, volunteers, healthcare professionals, businesses, organizations and community partners can each contribute resources, expertise or support to help make an initiative possible.
