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Empowering Minds & Building Futures

We believe that no dream should go unrealized. At JUNA Foundation, we empower capable young minds to overcome obstacles and create a lasting impact in their communities.

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About the Foundation

The JUNA Foundation was established in 2025 to honor the legacy of Judith and Naif Khleif, two individuals who believed deeply in the power of education to uplift, empower, and transform lives.

We exist to support underserved young people displaced by conflict – particularly from Syria, Palestine, and Lebanon – by providing access to high-quality education, mentorship, and opportunity. Our focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) reflects our belief that innovation and critical thinking are essential tools for rebuilding communities and shaping a more just future.

At JUNA, we don’t just fund education, we invest in resilience. Every scholarship we award supports a determined student who has faced hardship with courage and hope. We believe in nurturing future leaders, problem-solvers, and compassionate voices who will uplift their communities and shape a better future, starting with their own.

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Our Programs

At the JUNA Foundation, our mission is rooted in education as a tool for long-term change. We focus on empowering displaced and underserved youth in the Middle East by providing the support they need to thrive, academically, professionally, and personally.

STEM Scholarships:

Funding higher education for talented refugee youth pursuing STEM degrees at accredited institutions.

Mentorship & Career Support: Connecting students with mentors, internships, and career guidance to help them transition from learning to leadership.

Available Programs:

We are currently working with candidates in the following areas: Information Technology and Programming, Electromechanics, Dental Laboratory, Nursing Care, and Automotive Mechanics with more programs to be added and supported soon.

More about our programs

Our Goal is to educate 100 qualified scholar in 2030. This year in 2025, we have committed to educating 10 scholars with more in the coming years.

How to Help

Volunteer Opportunities

  • Tutoring and Academic Mentoring in the STEM Areas
  • College Application Coaching
  • Career and Life Mentors
  • Fundraising Volunteer
  • Expertise in Social Media and Communications, and
  • Many Other Areas

Donation Options

  • Specific Amount/ Donor Choose any Amount $50, $100, $200, $500, $1000, $3,500 Cost of one Scholar’s Tuition per year
  • Monthly Giving
  • Sponsor a Scholar Program
  • Corporate & Institutional Giving
  • Fundraising Campaign & Events
  • In-Kind Donations (or Gifts in Kind)
  • Legacy Giving

Our Impact

Stories from Our Scholars

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My journey in the field of IT and Programming at MUBS has been one of growth, challenge, and discovery. In the beginning, I faced many difficulties, ranging from understanding new concepts to adapting to unfamiliar tools and technologies. However, through continuous practice, dedication, and a genuine desire to improve, I was able to overcome these challenges and build a strong foundation in the field. For example, HTML was very interesting to learn, and it gave me another idea about web client. What made this experience even more meaningful was the opportunity to meet new people, make new friends, new places and share experiences that enriched my time at MUBS.

Nour Aldeen OkabScholarship Recipient