About MCV
Founded in 2009, My Chosen Vessels (MCV) is a 501(c)(3) Organization in the USA & a registered NGO (Non-Governmental Organization) in Kenya. Our mission is to empower Maasai people through our water, education and culture conservation initiatives. We believe every Maasai person should have access to clean water & education for their ancient culture to survive. Our programs are led by a Maasai Chiefs Council which consists of 15 traditional Maasai chiefs spanning Kenya and Tanzania.
MCV Programs
MCV’s Maasai Cultural Conservation Program safeguards and promotes Maasai heritage.
MCV’s Clean Water Programs provides clean water technology for the survival of the Maasai people.
MCV’s Education initiatives curate exhibitions, tours, workshops, and cultural centers to share Maasai cultural knowledge.
MCV is granted Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council. MCV develops its programs to align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for its 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. We participate in the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII) to advocate for Maasai human rights, including their right to clean water access and education.
MCV is a registered 501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt Not-For-Profit in the USA. Our Tax-Exempt #45-3072199. Make a tax-deductible donation today.
MCV is a registered NGO (Non-Governmental Organization) in Kenya to conduct business professionally and transparently between the USA and Kenya.
MCV clean water & education programs are developed to assist the Maasai people in protecting their heritage. Our programs are led by 15 traditional Kenyan and Tanzanian Maasai cultural chiefs, and is supported by Maasai staff and volunteers. Our programs are community-driven and managed by the Maasai leaders.
MCV works closely with our partners to develop programs that have an incredible impact on the Maasai communities. Learn more about our partners who have contributed to make MCV humanitarian work possible. Learn More Here
Meet Our Team
Jessica Censotti
President, MCV USA & Kenya
MCV Founder
Bruce Nieman
Vice President, MCV USA
Elizabeth Kocek
Administrative Assistant
Secretary, MCV USA
Chief Ole Sontika Melok
Board Member, MCV Kenya
Maasai Chief Council Chair
Daniel Toninio
Logistic Coordinator, MCV Kenya
Khurshid Qureshi
Director of International Relations
Tammy Beard
Treasurer, MCV USA
Khalif Price
Board Member, MCV USA
Education Committee Chair
Namoindi Tumeki Leposo
Maasai Culture Committee Chair, MCV Kenya
Lesley Etherly
MCV Board Member, USA
Maasai Culture Committee Chair, MCV USA
Kim Wooten
Board Member, MCV Kenya
Margaret Nasau Moitallel
Health Coordinator, MCV Kenya
Eileen Censotti
Board Member, MCV Kenya
