Why GIOF Exists

Genesis International Orphanage Foundation

Was established by Ken & Greg Amstutz, two brothers, who desired to help the children in orphanages of Baja California, Mexico while affecting the lives of volunteers from the US, Canada & Mexico. In 1999, Genesis Diez A.C. came into existence as a non-profit, tax-exempt Mexican educational civil association. Then in 2001, Genesis International Orphanage Foundation achieved the official U.S. government 501 (c)(3) non-profit, tax exempt educational organization status.

Mission: Genesis International Orphanage Foundation desires to be ambassadors in creating awareness and financial support to the Mexican Genesis Diez’s Healing programs and the Beautiful Gate Orphanage.  The children they serve are rescued precious children that were Abandoned, Abused, Enslaved & Traumatized.

Vision: Genesis International Orphanage Foundation partners with national and international Government, non-government, private institutions and individuals to create opportunities for these displaced children that God brings to Mexico’s Genesis door.

1. David Balfour – President

2. John O’Neil – Secretary

3. John Leimbach – Chief Financial Officer

Pattie Amstutz – Volunteer Administration
Pattie married co-founder Greg Amstutz in 1973. She has been a part of the “behind-the-scenes” development of Genesis since its beginning in the early 1990’s. Patti has extensive experience in the banking, building and legal industries. She was legal assistant and office manager for an Estate Planning attorney from 1985-2003. Her attention to financial details, along with her hardworking abilities and personal ministering experiences, makes Patti a true asset for Genesis.

Advisors
Carol Leimbach
Nancy Lemke
Elizabeth Balfour
Duane Wilson
Steve Allman
Libby Allman
Gresham Bayne
Marjorie Burchett
Jennifer Pickering
Tara and Riley Tracy
Adrien and Christian Hall