Who we are
Samaa Kids was founded with a simple but powerful belief: every child deserves the chance to dream, grow, and thrive. “Samaa” means “sky” in Arabic — for kids, it means limitless possibilities.
We are a child-centered nonprofit dedicated to creating opportunities that nurture resilience, creativity, and hope for children in Palestine. Through education, cultural heritage, and community support, we work hand-in-hand with families and local partners to build programs that uplift children and honor their potential.
At Samaa Kids, we believe change happens when children feel seen, safe, and empowered. Our initiatives are rooted in collaboration, compassion, and respect for the communities we serve.
Together, we are reaching for the sky — and ensuring that no child’s dreams are out of reach. Join us.
Our Leadership
President & CEO
Mohammad Abdallah
President and CEO of Samaa Kids, Mohammad is a results-oriented financial and administrative leader with over two decades of experience in non-governmental and humanitarian organizations, specializing in financial management, organizational development, and capacity building. He has a proven track record managing multimillion-dollar donor-funded projects, ensuring compliance with international standards (GAAP, IFRS, USAID, and others), and driving institutional growth through strategic planning and operational excellence.
With extensive experience across the MENA region, Mohammad holds an MBA, CMA certification, and advanced training in risk management, sustainability, and NGO financial systems. He is dedicated to building resilient institutions that expand opportunity, safeguard transparency, and ensure that every child has the chance to reach their full potential.
Executive Director
Adrienne Dabney
Executive Director of Samaa Kids, Adrienne has dedicated her life to creating spaces where children can grow with dignity, joy, and possibility. With years of experience in philanthropy, humanitarian response, and community-driven development, she brings both vision and heart to her leadership.
Her years of work in Palestine—including time in Gaza and the West Bank alongside local teams, children, and families—have shaped her conviction that lasting change is built through trust, listening, and co-creation. Adrienne is known for bridging vision with action, for connecting the field to the funder in ways that build understanding, accountability, and shared purpose, and for ensuring that every program reflects the values of compassion, dignity, and hope.
She helps lead Samaa Kids with a focus on collaborative leadership, transparency, and innovation, ensuring that the organization grows as both a trusted partner and a bold advocate for children.
“Samaa Kids was created from a commitment to do things differently. What sets us apart is not scale or size, but the strength to center children’s voices, the vision to build and lead with dignity and community, and the integrity to ensure every program honors our beneficiaries as partners in shaping their own futures.” ~Adrienne Dabney