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Narok
$68/MONTH
80% of high school age kids in Narok, Kenya are not in school. Several compounding factors, such as drought, drugs and alcohol, sexual abuse and teen pregnancy, create a lack of financial resources, inhibiting kids from attending school. Amidst widespread generational poverty, our partners believe that helping kids receive their education will significantly impact these kids and their community, and we’ve seen that to be true. $68/month provides housing, food, education, counseling, and support for one high school student.
Hilda Kushumba Naserian
11th GradeMeet Hilda! Hilda has one sister and lives with her aunt and two cousins since her mother was not living in good conditions, and her father passed away in 2020. When Hilda joined Class 7 (7th grade), it became more challenging to pay school fees for four children. Her aunt has a small business where she sells food in the market, but it is not enough to sustain the family. Hilda dreams of becoming a doctor, and sponsorship will bring her hope and dignity to make this dream come true.
Mitchelle Resian Pareyio
11th GradeMeet Mitchelle! She lives with her seven siblings and parents. Her father is the main source of income for the family. In order to meet his family’s needs he tries to find casual jobs to work and has sought assistance at NASHA’s office (our local partners in Kenya). Mitchelle is a bright student who desires to become a journalist who will help to broadcast issues in society. The gift of sponsorship would bring great hope to Mitchelle and her family!
Immaculate Kerubo Ombasa
12th GradeMeet Immaculate! Immaculate and her family of seven live in Ntaiya in Narok, Kenya. Her two brothers, four sisters, and parents all live in a two-room house. Their mother provides for the family since the father is battling an illness and cannot work. She wants to brighten her future and pursue her dream of becoming a doctor. Immaculate is a bright student, and if given the opportunity of sponsorship, it will not only impact her family, but the lives of those she will treat as a doctor.
Sharon Khasungu Masevere
12th GradeMeet Sharon! Sharon is the firstborn and has one sister. Her parents struggle to provide schooling for Sharon as only one of them can find work. They are also taking care of grandchildren in their family. Funding goes to living expenses and food rather than schooling. Supporting Sharon to go to school would greatly encourage her and her family and give Sharon a consistent education that would enable her to dream again!
Francis Arero Masikonte
12th GradeMeet Francis! Francis and his sister live in Mau, an area outside of Narok, Kenya. Both of their parents have passed away, and since then, their church has been providing school fees and basic needs. However, he is now unable to join high school and is planning to take a year off of school while the church and his friends try to raise money for his school fees. Francis wants to be an electrical engineer when he grows up. Sponsoring Francis will allow him to join high school and pursue his dream.
Kelvin Muchui
10th GradeMeet Kelvin! Kelvin is the firstborn in a family of three, raised by a single mother. Kelvin's mother does hair in the community to make ends meet, but it is not enough to sustain the family. Unfortunately, Kelvin's parents separated when he was young due to alcohol abuse. Despite the tough circumstances, Kelvin's mother has been resilient and hopes for her son to continue his education. Kelvin dreams of becoming an aeronautical engineer, and sponsorship can make a significant impact in paving the way for him to achieve this aspiration and finish his education.
Livingston Reken Ntarge
10th GradeMeet Livingston! He is the firstborn in the family, with three other siblings. They live in a rural area on an acre of land, which his father farms, to provide for their everyday needs. With unpredictable income from this, the family has been unable to afford school fees for him and his siblings. Livingston is a bright student with a passion for medicine and would like to study to become a doctor. Sponsorship will help fuel Livingston to continue his education and work towards his goals.
Brian Kuyioni
11th GradeMeet Brian! Brian comes from a family with three siblings, and he is the eldest in his family. His father works casual jobs to provide for him and his siblings, but the little he makes through farming is not enough to make ends meet. Brian is a bright student who wants to pursue a career as a neurosurgeon in the future. Sponsorship for Brian would ease his father's financial stress and allow him to pursue his education.
Laiten Naomi Paan
11th GradeMeet Laiten! Laiten has five siblings and is the middle child in her family. The family owns six acres of land, which they lease out to help afford the upkeep of the property and school fees for their children. In addition to this income, her mother also sells tomatoes. However, more is needed to keep Laiten in school. Laiten has a bright future and wants to pursue a career as a lawyer. Sponsoring Laiten would allow her to be one step closer to achieving her dreams.
Keriamuny Daniel Sechura
11th GradeMeet Keriamuny! Keriamuny's father works to cultivate part of their land and leases out the other portion. These crops help feed their family, and they sell goats and sheep to help pay for school fees. However, Keriamuny's father has fifteen children, so making enough to provide for the whole family is a struggle. Keriamuny works hard in school and wants to be a lawyer. Sponsoring Keriamuny would allow him to focus on his education and not worry about his family's financial constraints.
Braison Metian
11th GradeMeet Braison! He comes from a family of five children and is the second born in his family. His mother provides for the family by selling bread. However, this is insufficient to cover all children’s school fees. Thankfully, Braison’s uncle helped him with as much as he could to attend high school, as most of his siblings hadn’t yet. Braison is a bright student, and sponsoring him would help ease his family's financial stress.
Titus Murangiri Mutugi
12th GradeMeet Titus! Titus, one of seven family members, dreams of becoming a neurosurgeon. His parents, a farmer mother, and a casual laborer father, struggle to make ends meet in their rented home. Titus is a determined student, but unpaid school fees have limited his opportunity to be in school. Sponsorship will allow Titus to pursue his dreams and have the opportunity to finish school.
Moloi Ntimama
11th GradeMeet Moloi! Moloi comes from a large family where some of his siblings have been unable to attend school due to a lack of school fees. His father used to be the family's sole breadwinner, but due to his old age, he cannot work to provide for his family. The family depends on friends in the community to help them with food and school fees. Moloi wants to pursue medicine and become a doctor as he is a bright student. Sponsorship for Moloi would allow him to attend school and focus on his education and future.
Geoffrey Ndemo
11th GradeMeet Geoffrey! Geoffrey is the last born of four children. Unfortunately, his father passed away before he could meet him. Now, his mother works to provide for him and his siblings. She sells vegetables to provide for her family, but more is needed to pay for school fees and occasionally her family's basic needs. Geoffrey would like to become a doctor and is an excellent student. Sponsorship for Geoffrey would ease his financial burden and aid him in his pursuit of becoming a doctor.
Jane Chelangat
11th GradeMeet Jane! Jane comes from a large family with eight children. Jane’s parents work casual jobs such as farming to earn a living and provide for their family. However, this income is inconsistent, making it difficult to provide for the whole family. Jane is an exceptional student who dreams of pursuing a career in medicine. Sponsoring Jane would allow her to take the next step toward her dreams.
Erick Peter Kimunyu
10th GradeMeet Erick! His family’s situation worsened during the pandemic, leading to the collapse of his father's small business. Currently, both of Erick’s parents work as casual laborers finding sporadic jobs. However, it is not enough to sustain the family and make ends meet. Erick is a bright student who has consistently maintained the top position in his class. Erick dreams of becoming a neurosurgeon and is determined to overcome the financial obstacles of his family. Sponsoring Erick will empower him to pursue his dreams and break free from the cycle of financial struggles in his family.
Edwin Lemayian Nangari
11th GradeMeet Edwin! He is the eldest sibling with four other siblings in his family. Unfortunately, his parents separated a few years ago, leaving his mother to take care of him and two of his siblings. She washes clothes for people to make ends meet but still cannot afford Edwin's school fees. He is a bright student who wants to pursue a degree in engineering and become a civil engineer. Sponsoring Edwin would allow him to follow his passions and continue to finish his education.
Joseph Lemayian Tiapoli
12th GradeMeet Joseph! He is a resilient student, but the family's inability to pay school fees jeopardizes his education. In a nearby village, his father, a pastor, relies on church work for their livelihood. With five siblings and limited financial resources, the family's collective efforts, including friends' support, have not eased the burden. Joseph dreams of becoming an engineer and sponsorship will bring hope for this dream and a better future through education.
Dan Lumumba Ochieng
11th GradeMeet Dan! He comes from a family of five siblings and is the middle child. His father worked in a quarry before being diagnosed with a hernia that forced him to have surgery. Currently, his mother is the primary source of income and works in a quarry to make ends meet. Dan has a bright future and wants to be an engineer. Sponsorship for Dan would allow him to focus on his future and dreams.
Gladys Naeku Simat
11th GradeMeet Gladys! She is the last born out of six children. Her mother works hard to provide for her children, and her primary income source is from working at a quarry. After her father sold a piece of their land, the family was forced to move in with their grandparents. With her father not in the picture anymore, her mother spends all that she makes trying to take care of the family. Gladys is a bright student and dreams of becoming a police officer. Sponsorship will give Gladys a chance at an education and the opportunity to help her family.
Ruth Naserian
12th GradeMeet Ruth! She lives with her grandmother and two of her siblings. Her eldest sibling in the house is the sole breadwinner, but is unable to make enough to provide for the family. Ruth’s parents separated when she was young and her mother used to work in tourism. Ruth has a bright future academically and works hard so that one day she can achieve her dream of becoming a doctor and studying medicine. Sponsorship would alleviate financial burdens for her family and keep her on track to pursuing her dream.
Edith Marium Omosa
10th GradeMeet Edith! Edith is the second born in a family of four, under the care of their mother. Her mother works at a salon to support the family but it is not enough to care for each of the children and pay for school fees. Edith dreams of pursuing medicine, but the burden of school fees for all her siblings makes it challenging to complete her studies to reach this goal. Sponsorship will allow Edith to focus on school and bring her dream of becoming a doctor closer to reality.
Dalton Musa Ntuala
11th GradeMeet Dalton! He has five siblings, and his father passed away when he was young. They have one and a half acres of land where they grow crops to sustain their family. When his mother is not working on the farm, she looks for casual jobs to help provide for her family. Due to a lack of school fees, Dalton had to stay home for two years after completing primary school. Sponsorship for Dalton will provide hope for a brighter future and the chance for a career as a doctor.
Lucy Soyian Kishapa
11th GradeMeet Lucy! She is the middle child in a family of five children. Her mother works hard to provide for their family but makes little money performing casual jobs for a living. However, this is not enough to provide for their basic needs and school fees. When Lucy first started high school, her mother even sold some of her belongings to help pay for her expenses. Lucy is a bright student with dreams of becoming a neurosurgeon. Sponsorship for Lucy would help ease the financial stress for her mother and help her chase her ambitions.
Susan Kwamboka
11th GradeMeet Susan! She is the second born in a family of four children. Unfortunately, her parents are now separated, leaving her mother as the sole provider. She relies on casual jobs to care for their essential needs but cannot make enough to cover their expenses. They now live with a relative after being unable to afford the rent of their former place. Susan wants to become an engineer and is a very promising student. Sponsorship for Susan would allow her to hone in on her education and follow her dream.
Muuo Musau
11th GradeMeet Muuo! He comes from a family of six, in which they live with his grandmother. Unfortunately, his mother struggles with a mental illness, and his father struggles with substance abuse, which has made affording school fees challenging. Muuo and his siblings look for jobs to help pay for their needs, but they mainly depend on friends in the community to fulfill their basic needs. Muuo dreams of pursuing engineering. Sponsorship would greatly help ease the financial stress Muuo faces and allow him to pursue his dreams.
Sylvia Itato
11th GradeMeet Sylvia! She comes from a family of seven, where they live on a small piece of land they own, which they farm to sustain themselves. Her father used to work as a security guard, but this has become challenging for them due to his old age. Without this income, the family has started to face the challenges of affording necessities and school fees. Sylvia is a bright student who wants to study to become a doctor. Sponsorship would help Sylvia overcome these obstacles and focus on her education.
Emmanuel Sanaet Mariko
11th GradeMeet Emmanuel! Emmanuel was the last born in the family, with six siblings. They live on a small land with twenty goats and five cows. His father works as a middleman, buying and selling goats to earn a living. Emmanuel is a talented student who wants to study medicine. Sponsorship for Emmanuel would allow him to take the next step in his education and become a doctor.
Dickson Paan
11th GradeMeet Dickson! He is the eldest in his family, with six other siblings. Dickson’s father watches other people’s cattle for a living while his mother does available casual jobs. Due to the drought, the cattle that the family owned died. This has made it challenging for the family to make enough money to outweigh their expenses. Sponsoring Dickson will bring him one step closer to pursuing medicine in college and becoming a doctor.
Dorcas Maloi Sangare
11th GradeMeet Dorcas! She is the fourth born in a family of seven that has been raised and supported by her mother and eldest brother. Her brother is a motorcycle operator, and her mother works in a small hotel as a waitress. The family has struggled financially after her father unfortunately left a few years ago. As a result, only four of the seven children are still in school. Dorcas is a well-performing student who wants to pursue a career in medicine. Sponsorship for Dorcas will allow her to stay in school and receive an education.
Josephine Sosio Kileteto
11th GradeMeet Josephine! She comes from a family of seven. Her mother is the family's primary breadwinner, as her father is older and unable to work. Josephine is a bright student who dreams of becoming a doctor. Sponsorship for Josephine will ease the financial stress from her mother and allow her to focus on her education.
Pushati Kandet
11th GradeMeet Pushati! Pushati is the fifth born in his family, a family with eleven children. Despite the significant challenges his parents face, he is a determined, hardworking student. The drought has primarily affected the cattle and crops that the family produces. This was a significant income for the family, and now that his parents are older, they are unable to work to raise enough income to provide for such a large family. Sponsorship provides hope for someone like Pushati who is an exemplary student who wants to become a doctor and work to help his family.
Sendeu Makili Letoluo
11th GradeMeet Sendeu! He is the second born out of seven children in his family. His parents farm and do what they can to provide for the family. They also have five cattle, but it is not enough to provide for the whole family. Sendeu wants to become a businessman in the future and sponsorship would allow him to hone in on his education to reach his future goals.
Cyrus Laureen Mloraa
11th GradeMeet Cyrus! Cyrus has one other sibling, and unfortunately, his father passed away when he was very young. His mother moved to Narok and received help from his aunt after his father’s passing. Now his mother works casual jobs in town and lives in a small rental house. Cyrus is a promising student who wants to study to become a doctor after high school. Sponsoring Cyrus would allow him to continue her education and pursue his dreams in the medical field.
Brendian Murasha Pareyio
11th GradeMeet Brendian! She comes from a family with seven kids and is the fourth-born child. Unfortunately, her father passed away when she was young from tuberculosis, and since then, her mother has taken full responsibility for providing for the family. She washes clothes for people to make an income. However, more is still needed to afford school fees for her children. Sponsorship for Brendian will bring her one step closer to becoming a doctor and alleviate the financial burdens from her mother.
Kelvin Lemomo Lenjir
11th GradeMeet Kelvin! He comes from a family of ten kids, and unfortunately, his father passed away a few years ago. His mother is the family's breadwinner as she works on other people’s farms and trades to make ends meet. With the responsibility for all ten children, her income has not been enough to provide for her family. Kelvin is a bright student who wants to be a doctor. Sponsorship will help Kelvin achieve his dreams and ease his mother’s financial stresses.
Jonathan Soitanae Naimodu
10th GradeMeet Jonathan! Jonathan comes from a family of eight siblings and is the third born. His two elder siblings are also in high school. Unfortunately, this has forced their younger siblings to be unable to attend school due to a lack of school fees. Additionally, the added hardship of their father’s addiction to alcohol forces their mother to be the sole provider by working on small farms to make ends meet. Sponsorship may not solve all of Jonathan’s hardships, but it will allow him to stay in school and relieve the financial burden of school fees from his family.
Felix Oichoe Ondabu
11th GradeMeet Felix! His mother became pregnant with him at an early age, and unfortunately, her parents disapproved. At six months old, she left him with his grandparents, whom he currently lives with. One of his grandparents makes an income through farming. Felix is a bright young student who has a passion for engineering. Sponsoring Felix would alleviate some of the financial stress his grandparents feel and allow him to be one step closer to becoming an engineer.
Laurence Kerioba Moses
11th GradeMeet Laurence! He and his family of seven all live in a mudhouse together. The family owns a small farm they operate to sustain themselves. His father runs the farm while his mother is a casual worker and works other people’s farms to make an income and support the family. However, it is still not enough to provide for the family sufficiently. Laurence is an intelligent student who aspires to become a doctor. Sponsorship for Laurence will help him break the poverty cycle and receive an education.
Isaac Leteipa
11th GradeMeet Isaac! He is the firstborn in his family with three other siblings. His father is the sole provider for the family by looking after other people’s cattle. His mother stays at home, and the family cannot make enough money to pay for food, school fees, and other necessities. Isaac is a brilliant student who wants to study medicine after graduation. Sponsorship will aid Isaac in achieving his academic dreams and alleviate the family's financial stress.
Purity Tianina
12th GradeMeet Purity! Purity comes from a large family with thirteen siblings. Her eldest sibling could not attend school due to a lack of school fees, but her other siblings have been able to participate in school. The family depends on the father’s job as a teacher, but it is not enough to cover all of the children’s school fees and provide for them at home. Purity is an excellent student who would like to study medicine in the future. Sponsorship would empower her to work toward her dreams and help ease financial stresses in her family.
Daniel Leyian Toipo
12th GradeMeet Daniel! Daniel comes from a family of nine siblings and is the fourth born. The family lives on their land, and their parents work in small-scale farming to make ends meet. Since their income is unpredictable with the climate, it has been a significant challenge for his parents to provide for the family. Daniel has worked hard in school and plans to be a doctor in the future. Sponsorship will allow him to overcome financial obstacles and achieve his dreams.
Dolphine Sanaipei Sangare
10th GradeMeet Dolphine! Dolphine is the second of six siblings in her family. Her parents rely on small-scale farming and other sporadic jobs, making it challenging to meet the family's needs. Despite her parents' efforts it is still not enough to sustain the family and pay school fees. Dolphine dreams of becoming a doctor. Sponsorship will empower her to pursue her aspirations, breaking the cycle of financial hardships in her family.
Purity Sainapei
11th GradeMeet Purity! Purity faced the loss of both her parents at a young age, with her mother passing away due to stomach cancer and her father a few years later from an illness. This left her and her four siblings as orphans. They were taken in by their uncle who is a businessman. While he has supported them and helped the older siblings complete high school, he struggles to manage the costs and even battles with stress-related health issues. Sponsorship will alleviate the financial burden from her family and allow Purity to follow her dream of becoming a doctor.
Mochache Millicent Bogomba
11th GradeMeet Mochache! She comes from a family of four children and has faced significant hardships. Unfortunately, her father and one of her siblings passed away when she was young, leaving her mother as the sole provider. This led to her other siblings having to drop out of school due to financial constraints. The family lives in a mud house in Kisii, and her mother works in casual jobs to make ends meet. Mochache told our partners in Narok, Kenya that she aspires to be a lawyer. Sponsorship can make a significant impact by empowering Mochache and bringing her one step closer to making her dreams of becoming a lawyer a reality.
Michelle Achieng Auko
11th GradeMeet Michelle! In a family of four, she is the youngest, with her elder siblings in trade schools and university. Her father's absence since she was young left her mother as the sole provider, working tirelessly to make ends meet. Yet, it is still not enough to sustain the family’s needs. Michelle's dream is to study journalism and become a reporter and give back to society. Sponsorship can brighten Michelle's path to her dreams and receiving an education.
Brian Saidimu Lilash
11th GradeMeet Brian! Raised by his mother who is a teacher, their family of six faces financial challenges that create difficulties in affording school fees and other necessities. Brian has three siblings in university and others in lower grades, which has made the financial burdens substantial. Brian, the fifth born, dreams of pursuing a degree in medicine once he graduates. Sponsorship can play a major part in securing Brian's education, giving him the chance to pursue his dreams and bring hope to his family.
Brian Sanare Santito
10th GradeMeet Brian! Brian comes from a family of five children, including two girls and three boys. Unfortunately, his father passed away after an accident, leaving the family with a significant hospital bill. To pay off the debt, they had to give up their land title deed. Brian's mother works hard, doing casual jobs like selling firewood and water to hotels, but the family still struggles to make ends meet. Despite these hardships, Brian is determined to succeed and dreams of becoming a journalist. Sponsorship will allow him to continue his education and work toward achieving his dreams.
Dickson Lomunyak Moontoi
11th GradeMeet Dickson! Dickson and his five siblings were raised by his father due to his mother’s unfortunate passing when they were young. Currently, the family relies on Dickson's elder brother, a boda boda (motorbike) rider in town, for income. Despite his promising academic potential, Dickson's education has been unstable due to financial constraints. He was supported by his aunt, but once the aid was withdrawn, it posed a significant hurdle. With aspirations to become an accountant, Dickson's dreams can flourish with sponsorship, ensuring he has the chance to succeed in his education and achieve his goals.
Magdaline Tunda Kesier
10th GradeMeet Magdaline! As the eldest, she and her five siblings live in a mud house on a small piece of land. Her father works as a watch guard, and her mother engages in small-scale farming to make ends meet. The family's income is limited, and the father sometimes sells their cows to raise school fees. Magdaline is an exceptional student with dreams of becoming a doctor. With sponsorship she can continue her education and pursue her dreams.
Ivine Chepkirui Bett
11th GradeMeet Ivine! Ivine is from Bomet County near Narok, Kenya. She's the second of five children in her family, with her older and younger siblings also pursuing an education. Ivine's father earns a living as a manual laborer on other people's farms, while her mother manages the household. Despite their hard work, the family struggles to meet basic needs due to extreme poverty. With one cow and a small plot of land, their resources are limited. Ivine excels in school, and she aspires to become an accountant. Sponsorship would help her achieve her dreams and alleviate her family's financial burdens, which would make a significant difference in their lives.
Ombwari Gideon
11th GradeMeet Ombwari! Ombwari comes from a family of two, and though both parents are alive, his father stopped supporting them a few years ago. Ombwari’s family is not able to afford school fees as his mother is the sole provider for the family. The family relies on their mother’s casual jobs for a living, but the income isn't enough for the family's needs and both children's education. Ombwari is bright and has dreams of becoming a civil engineer. Sponsorship may not solve all of his family’s hardships, but it will alleviate the financial burden from their mother and allow him to continue his education.
Emmanuel Sani
11th GradeMeet Emmanuel! Emmanuel's family faces significant challenges as his parents are unemployed, and they rely on sporadically available jobs. His father has sought assistance from various community members, but it hasn't been sufficient. Despite facing these obstacles, Emmanuel is a bright student who does well in school. He aspires to become a civil engineer, and with sponsorship he would be one step closer to achieving his dreams.
Amos Leyian Leintoi
9th GradeMeet Amos! He lives with his family in Narok, Kenya. Amos is the youngest in his family with eight children, including five girls and three boys. His mother provides for the children due to his father's old age. Unfortunately, the income she earns from her vegetable stand does not yield enough income to support the family's needs, including school fees. Despite these hardships, Amos dreams of becoming a doctor to help his community. Sponsorship can help Amos finish school and make this dream a reality.
Elkana Mukato Koisamu
9th GradeMeet Elkana! He lives with his father and eight brothers in Narok, Kenya. Sadly, Elkana’s mother passed away in 2022 from health issues. This loss left his father to provide for their nine children. Elkana’s father earns a living through small-scale farming, but it is not enough to sustain the family. Despite his father’s hard work, it is challenging to afford school fees for high school fees and his older brother’s college tuition. Sponsorship for Elkana will allow him to pursue his dream of becoming a teacher and relieve the financial burden on his father.
Joseph Sande Kinuthia
10th GradeMeet Joseph! He lives with his mother and four siblings in Narok, Kenya. Unfortunately, Joseph’s mother cares for the family alone after his father passed away when he was young. His mother works as a maid and earns a living through casual jobs when they are available. However, their income is insufficient to afford school fees and other necessities. Despite these challenges, Joseph is a bright student who excels in school. Sponsorship will allow Joseph to stay in school, focus on his dream of becoming a pilot, and relieve the financial burden of school fees from his mother.
Elizabeth Isina Ntayia
9th GradeMeet Elizabeth! She lives with her family in Narok, Kenya. Elizabeth comes from a polygamous family where her father has two wives and 15 children. Unfortunately, many of Elizabeth’s older siblings have dropped out of school to get married or enter the workforce due to the expense of school fees. Elizabeth dreams of finishing school, but the income her father earns from being a security guard at a school is not enough. Sponsorship can help Elizabeth to continue school and pursue her dream of becoming a surgeon.
Flozy Benice Odhiambo
9th GradeMeet Flozy! She lives with her family in Narok, Kenya. Flozy is the firstborn in a family of three children. Her parents earn a living by tending to farmland. Unfortunately, the income is insufficient to support the family’s necessities, such as school fees. Despite the circumstances, Flozy is a bright student with aspirations to become a doctor. Sponsorship will allow Flozy to stay in school and relieve the burden of school fees from her parents.
Shantel Nyanjama Nyariki
9th GradeMeet Shantel! Shantel lives with her family in Narok, Kenya. Shantel and her siblings are raised by their single mother since her family separated after a painful divorce and the abandonment of their father. Unfortunately, Shantel’s mother has health issues so Shantel often sells tomatoes on the street to provide for her family. However, the income is not enough to cover necessities like school fees. These hardships have not discouraged Shantel. She is a bright and determined girl at the top of her class in school. Sponsorship for Shantel will mean staying in school without worrying about her school fees, and she can focus on caring for her mother and reaching her dream of becoming a doctor.
Lilian Mereso Kapio
8th GradeMeet Lilian! She lives with her mother and nine siblings in Narok, Kenya. Sadly, her father passed away when she was young from cancer. This hardship has left Lilian’s mother to provide for the family alone. Her mother sells milk to make ends meet, but it is insufficient to afford necessities like school fees. Although Lilian and her family have received help from community members, she still cannot afford to attend school consistently. Sponsorship for Lilian will allow her to stay in school and focus on her hope of becoming a teacher.
Joseph Getonto Orina
11th GradeMeet Joseph! He lives with his uncle and siblings in Narok, Kenya. Unfortunately, Joseph’s father passed away when he was young. After his passing, his mother could not sustain the family through her income, so Joseph and his siblings went to live with their uncle. Joseph is a high-achieving student and has received high enough grades to enroll in a national school. However, his uncle’s income is insufficient to pay the school fees. Sponsorship for Joseph will allow him to attend his dream school and pursue his ambition of becoming a pilot.
Brian Waita Kioko
8th GradeMeet Brian! He lives with his mother, brother, and sister in Narok, Kenya. Unfortunately, Brian’s mother suffers from health issues, so the money she earns through casual jobs is inconsistent. Additionally, the income is insufficient to support the family’s necessities due to expensive medical bills. Brian is often sent home from school because they cannot afford school fees. However, he is a determined, hardworking student who hopes to become a doctor. Sponsorship can help Brian stay in school without worrying how much his education costs.
Emmanuel Maripei Tubula
9th GradeMeet Emmanuel! He lives with his family in Narok, Kenya. Emmanuel is the third born out of three girls and two boys in his family. His father works casual jobs to make ends meet, but it is insufficient to support the family’s needs, including school fees. Emmanuel has been sent home from school due to their financial situation. Sponsorship for Emmanuel will allow him to stay in school and pursue his ambition of becoming an electrical engineer.
Leah Ratia
9th GradeMeet Leah! She lives with her mother and four siblings in Narok, Kenya. Unfortunately, her father passed away a few years ago, which has left her mother to care for the children alone. Leah’s mother works agricultural jobs like harvesting corn and selling milk from her cattle to make ends meet. However, it is not enough to sustain the family due to paying high school fees and college tuition for Leah’s older brother. Sponsorship for Leah will allow her to pursue her dream of becoming an engineer and alleviate the burden of school fees from her mother.
Shantel Nanetia Reyian
9th GradeMeet Shantel! She lives with her family in Narok, Kenya. Shantel comes from a polygamous family where her father has two wives and 11 children. Unfortunately, both of her parents are unemployed, so Shantel was forced to drop out of school due to the high cost of school fees. Only two of her siblings are in school, and her oldest sister was forced into early marriage because they could not afford to send her to school. Shantel’s family has sold their livestock and been given a house by community members, but it is still not enough to meet their needs. Sponsorship for Shantel will allow her to pioneer education in her family and reach her hopes of becoming a lawyer to serve others.
Beckam Mageto Machuki
9th GradeMeet Beckam! He lives with his family in Narok, Kenya. Beckam is the second born in his family. He has one older sister and one younger brother and sister. His parents earn a living through casual work when it is available. However, they both struggle with health issues, so their income is inconsistent. Despite Beckam’s challenges, he is a bright student who has earned a spot at a national school. Unfortunately, his family cannot afford the school fees, so he has lost hope in his hard-earned work. Beckam has ambitions of becoming a doctor to help people in his community and give back to his parents. Sponsorship will not solve all of Beckam’s problems, but it allow him to stay in school and relieve the financial burden on his family.
Rachael Kerubo Ontita
9th GradeMeet Rachael! Rachael lives with her family in Narok, Kenya. Sadly, her father sold their land and abandoned the family. This hardship left her mother as the sole provider. Rachael’s mom earns a living by making “mandazi”, which is like a donut. However, it is not enough to support Rachael’s school fees and her brother's college tuition. Her mother injured her leg recently, so she has been receiving treatment and has been unable to work. Due to the injury, Rachael has been staying with her aunt who sells vegetables to make ends meet. Sponsoring Rachael will allow her to pursue her dream of healing people as a doctor and relieve the financial burdens on her aunt and mother.
Angel Abigael
8th GradeMeet Angel! She lives with her family in Narok, Kenya. Angel’s parents earn a living through casual work when jobs are available. Unfortunately, the income is insufficient and inconsistent in sustaining the family’s necessities, including rent and school fees. However, Angel is a bright student ranked at the top of her class. Angel would like to become a chef to provide food for people in need in the community. Sponsorship can help Angel finish high school and reduce the financial stress on her parents.
Allan Midenga
10th GradeMeet Allan! He lives with his parents and two siblings in Narok, Kenya. Allan’s parents earn a living through casual work when jobs are available. His mother does laundry while his father works in construction. Paying for Allan’s school fees has been difficult due to the inconsistency of their income. Allan dreams of becoming a doctor to help people and give back to the community. Sponsorship can help Allan finish high school and reduce the financial burden of school fees on his parents.
Hilda Naeku
8th GradeMeet Hilda! She lives with her mother and four brothers in an iron sheet house in Narok, Kenya. Sadly, Hilda’s father struggled with alcoholism and abandoned the family while selling their belongings. This hardship forced her mother to care for the family alone through casual jobs. Hilda is the first in her family to attend high school, but she is often sent home because she cannot afford the school fees. Sponsoring Hilda will allow her to stay in school and pursue her hopes of becoming a doctor.
Edna Mutheu John
8th GradeMeet Edna! She lives with her parents and siblings near Narok, Kenya. Edna is the firstborn in her family of three children. Unfortunately, her father lost his job during the pandemic in 2020, so he has turned to earning an income through casual work. However, the work is unstable and unreliable, which has created a challenging financial situation where necessities like school fees are lacking. Despite her hardships, Edna is a bright student. She is at the top of her class and dreams of pursuing a career in medicine to help others and her family. Sponsorship can help Edna stay in school and reach her desires.
Noah Kikanae Lekutit
7th GradeMeet Noah! He lives with his family in Narok, Kenya. Noah comes from a polygamous family where his father has two wives and ten children. His father struggles to pay school fees for his children, and his mother does not earn enough income through the jobs she finds when available. Their financial situation leaves them unable to provide necessities like school fees and sometimes food. Sponsoring Noah will reduce the financial burden on his parents and allow him to stay in school to pursue his hope of becoming a doctor.
Morgan Lekishon
7th GradeMeet Morgan! He lives with his family in Narok, Kenya. Morgan is the eldest of four children, including two boys and two girls. His family faces significant challenges, as his mother is the sole provider after their father abandoned the family. This situation has left his mother responsible for all expenses, including rent and school fees for the children. Morgan’s mother earns a living through casual jobs, such as washing clothes, but the work is inconsistent, and they do not yield enough income. Morgan is often sent home from school because they cannot afford school fees. Sponsoring Morgan will allow him to stay in school and pursue his dream of becoming a renowned artist.
Edward Kiranti
9th GradeMeet Edward! He lives with his parents and five siblings in an iron sheet house in Narok, Kenya. Edward’s father works as a security guard to provide for the family. Unfortunately, his father was injured in an accident, so he is not able to consistently go to work, which has created an unreliable income. Edward dreams of finishing school so he can support his father and have a chance to pursue becoming a doctor to help his community. Sponsorship can help bring Edward one step closer to this reality.
Solomon Sephashina Nkaiboni
9th GradeMeet Solomon! He is from Narok, Kenya where he lives with his mother, three brothers, and three sisters. Sadly, his father passed away unexpectedly from an illness. This has left Solomon’s mother as the sole provider of the family. His mother earns income where she can by selling beaded jewelry and art. However, it is insufficient and inconsistent, so it does not provide enough income to pay for needs like school fees. Sponsorship would allow Solomon to focus on his studies and pursue becoming a surgeon so that one day, he can reach his dream of providing for his mother and younger siblings.
Esther Naserian Ntayia
10th GradeMeet Esther! She lives with her family in Narok, Kenya. Esther is the lastborn in her family of two. Unfortunately, Esther’s father became unemployed after the shop he worked at closed indefinitely. Her mother sells fruits but the income is not enough to sustain the family’s needs. Despite these challenges, Esther is a bright and high-achieving student. She earned a place in a great school, but she cannot afford the school fees. Sponsorship for Esther will allow her to attend school and focus on her dream of pursuing a career in art and journalism.
Brilliant Chebet
10th GradeMeet Brilliant! She lives with her family near Narok, Kenya. Brilliant is the second born in her family of five children. Her father works as a security guard, and her mother does small-scale farming to provide for the family. Despite their hard work, the income from their jobs does not yield enough to sustain their family. Brilliant’s parents dream of sending their children to school to receive an education and better their lives. Sponsorship for Brilliant can help her reach her goal of becoming a doctor and relieve the financial burden of school fees from her parents.
Morgan Karu Makumi
8th GradeMeet Morgan! He lives with his family in Narok, Kenya. Morgan comes from a single-parent household where he and his two siblings live with their mother. Unfortunately, his mother was laid off as an early childhood education teacher. Due to this situation, she is unable to care for their needs, such as school fees and rent. Morgan is sometimes sent home from school because they have not paid the balance. However, sponsorship for Morgan will allow him to stay in school and pursue his goal of becoming a chef.
Michelle Naeni Kiptum
9th GradeMeet Michelle! She lives with her mother and two brothers in Narok, Kenya. Michelle’s mother is the sole provider for their family after she divorced her abusive husband. Her mother earns a living by tending to people’s gardens, washing laundry, and farming. Unfortunately, their income is insufficient to support their needs of affording school fees and rent. Michelle is a bright student who desires to become a doctor to help her mother, become a role model in society, and support all women facing challenges as her mother did. Sponsorship can help bring this dream one step closer to reality.
Hosea Oltetia Masela
9th GradeMeet Hosea! He lives with his mother and four siblings in Narok, Kenya. Unfortunately, Hosea’s father passed away last year due to health issues. This loss has left the family under the care of their mother. However, she is unable to support the children’s needs because she is unemployed since jobs are scarcely available. Sponsorship for Hosea will not solve all of his family’s problems, but it will allow him to attend school so he can reach his dream of becoming a doctor and relieve the financial burden of school fees from his mother.
Mercy Gathoni Mbosi
8th GradeMeet Mercy! Mercy lives with her mother and two brothers in a single-room house in Narok, Kenya. Sadly, her father abandoned the family, so her mother provides for them through working casual jobs when they are available. This hardship has made it challenging to afford necessities like rent and school fees. Mercy dreams of brightening her future through learning in school. Sponsorship can help Mercy reach her goal of becoming a doctor so she can provide for her family.
Lynn Leteipa Ololchoki
9th GradeMeet Lynn! He lives with his family in Narok, Kenya. Lynn is the second born of three children. His father is a pastor, and his mother owns a small business through small-scale farming. However, the income earned is insufficient to support the family’s needs. Lynn has been sent home from school because his family cannot afford to pay the school fees. Lynn dreams of becoming an ecologist, and sponsorship will allow him to stay in school to help make this dream a reality.
Jackson Oloishuro Pirikany
10th GradeMeet Jackson! He lives with his family in Narok, Kenya. Unfortunately, Jackson’s father passed away when he was young, so his mother cares for him and his five siblings. Jackson’s mother works as a businesswoman to make ends meet. However, her income is not enough to provide for the family’s necessities like school fees. Sponsorship will allow Jackson to focus on his aspirations of becoming an engineer and reduce the financial burden of school fees from his mother.
Sylvia Shura Sairouwa
7th GradeMeet Sylvia! Sylvia is from Narok, Kenya where she lives with her parents and eight siblings. Her father is unemployed, so her family relies on their mother’s income from fetching water. Unfortunately, this is not enough to meet the financial needs of their nine children. This has made it difficult for Sylvia to attend school because they cannot afford school fees. Although they have two cows and one sheep, there is not enough livestock for them to make a profit. However, Sylvia has dreams of attending school and completing her studies. Sponsorship will alleviate her family’s financial burden and allow her to reach her dream of being a doctor.
Seleto Tenkeet
10th GradeMeet Seleto! She lives with her family of 12 in Narok, Kenya. Seleto has six sisters and three brothers. Her father is a pastor, and her mother is a farmer. A few years ago, her father was in an accident, so the family was forced to sell their cattle and land to pay for the medical bills. The accident left her father unable to work, which led some of her siblings to drop out of school to take care of him. Seleto is a bright student who has earned grades to enter a national school. However, the income from her mother’s farming is not enough to pay the school fees. Sponsorship for Seleto will allow her to stay in school without the distraction and financial strain of school fees and relieve the heavy burden from her mother.
Irene Lato Togom
8th GradeMeet Irene! She lives with her family in Narok, Kenya. Irene’s father works in a slaughterhouse, but the business is very competitive due to it being “first come, first serve”. This situation has led to inconsistent and unstable income when providing for five children. Irene’s father has sought help from community members, but he still cannot afford the school fees. Irene is a bright girl with big ambitions of becoming a pilot. Sponsorship can help Irene to attend school without worrying about her father working tirelessly to send her to school.
Yusuf Oloishorua Kiminta
10th GradeMeet Yusuf! Yusuf is from Narok, Kenya where he and his family of nine live together. Unfortunately, his father passed away in a road accident, so his mother is the primary caretaker of the family. This financial burden is challenging for Yusuf’s mother because she earns less than two dollars a day from working jobs whenever they are available. Only two of his siblings have completed high school, and many of his younger siblings have been unable to attend. Yusuf is a bright student who loves school. Sponsorship will allow Yusuf to alleviate the financial burden from his mother so he can pursue his goal of becoming an electrician.
Emily Namelok Kashu
10th GradeMeet Emily! She lives with her family of six in Narok, Kenya. Emily’s father is a pastor and sometimes does farming to make ends meet. However, due to unpredictable weather, the income is unstable and unreliable. Unfortunately, their financial situation has made it challenging to afford necessities, including school fees. Emily would like to become a doctor to serve her community. Sponsorship can help Emily to stay in school and pave the way for education in her family.
Richard Kereya Kutingala
10th GradeMeet Richard! He lives with his family of three in Narok, Kenya. Richard is enrolled in one of the best national schools in Kenya alongside his sister, who is also in a high-ranked national school. His parents did not attend school, but they value and prioritize their children receiving an education. When Richard and his sister got into national schools, their hope rekindled that opportunities would blossom after high school. However, his father’s income from keeping cattle is not enough to support their school fees. He has sold 25 out of his 30 cattle to keep them in school. Unfortunately, it is insufficient to pay for Richard’s schooling. Sponsoring Richard will relieve the financial burden from his family, allow him to reach his full potential, and pursue his ambition of civil engineering.
Magdaline Silole Nkuruna
10th GradeMeet Magdaline! Magdaline lives with her mother and siblings in Narok, Kenya. Unfortunately, her father does not support the family after he divorced Magdaline’s mother. Her mother earns a living through farming in the community. However, this income is insufficient to support Magdaline’s school fees and other necessities. Despite these challenges, Magdaline is a bright student who would like to become an engineer. Sponsoring Magdaline will allow her to focus on school and relieve the stress of finances from her family.
Dennis Olomayiana Sarara
10th GradeMeet Dennis! He lives with his mother in an iron sheet house in Narok, Kenya. Sadly, Dennis’s mother provides for him alone since his father abandoned the family. To make matters worse, his mother is disabled, so she cannot work consistently. When she is able, she cooks at the school Dennis attends. However, this has not discouraged Dennis. He loves school and dreams of graduating someday. Sponsorship can help Dennis stay in school, relieve the financial stress from his mother, and reach his ambition of becoming a doctor.
Ezekiel Odupoi Sadera
8th GradeMeet Ezekiel! He lives with his family in Narok, Kenya. Ezekiel comes from a polygamous family where his father has two wives and 13 children. His father works as a motorcycle driver, transporting people around Narok. Their family also has livestock, but the profit is insufficient to sustain their needs. As Ezekiel walks to school in the mornings, he dreams of becoming a doctor. Unfortunately, the school fees are too expensive for the family due to their financial situation. However, sponsorship can help Ezekiel stay in school and relieve the burden of school fees from his family.
Felister Siimoi Ngiyo
8th GradeMeet Felister! She lives with her family in Narok, Kenya. Felister comes from a polygamous family where her father has two wives and many children. Her mother earns a living by selling vegetables at the market, but it is insufficient to support the family and their necessities. Unfortunately, Felister has been sent home from school because she cannot afford the fees. However, she is a bright student who wants to learn and inspire other girls in her village who do not have an education. Sponsorship for Felister will allow her to stay in school and pursue her dream of being a lawyer.
Hannah Sianto Salau
10th GradeMeet Hannah! She lives with her family in Narok, Kenya. Hannah comes from a polygamous family where her father has two wives and 20 children. Hannah’s mother does small-scale farming to make ends meet, but it is not enough to sustain the children. The money her mother earns from selling potatoes weekly is insufficient to pay for school fees and other necessities. Unfortunately, four of Hannah’s older siblings had to drop out of school due to the high cost. Sponsorship would allow Hannah to be the first to pioneer education in her family and grant her the opportunity to reach her dream of becoming a neurosurgeon.
Elijah Lomayian Sargenkongu
10th GradeMeet Elijah! He lives with his family in Narok, Kenya. Elijah is the fifth born in his family of nine children. Sadly, his mother is the sole provider of the family due to his father serving a life sentence in prison. Elijah’s mother does small-scale farming to earn a living, but the income is insufficient to meet their needs, including school fees. His older siblings have not finished school because of the high cost of school fees, so he dreams of becoming the first in his family to graduate high school. Sponsorship can help Elijah pioneer education in his family and pursue his aspiration of studying law to become a politician.
Jacob Sankok
9th GradeMeet Jacob! He lives with his family in Narok, Kenya. Jacob comes from a polygamous family where his father has two wives with a total of 18 children. His parents both work on farms to make ends meet, but their financial situation has worsened since Jacob’s younger brother became paralyzed. This hardship has made it difficult for them to afford medical bills and school fees because their income is not consistent or reliable. Sponsorship for Jacob will alleviate his family’s financial burdens and allow him the chance to attend university while pursuing medicine.
Sheila Moraa Mose
8th GradeMeet Sheila! Sheila comes from a humble background in Narok, Kenya where she lives with her family of four. Her parents rely on casual jobs from seasonal farms. Unfortunately, their income is inconsistent, so they often struggle to provide for their children’s needs, such as food and school fees. This financial burden has forced Sheila’s parents to sacrifice sending her and her siblings to school. Furthermore, her parents care for their grandmother with health issues, which has placed them in a challenging position. Sponsorship for Sheila will allow her to proceed with her education, achieve her dream of becoming a veterinarian, and relieve the financial burden of school fees from her parents.
James Kurau Sadera
10th GradeMeet James! He lives with his guardian and siblings in Narok, Kenya. James has lived through devastating circumstances. Unfortunately, he lost his father in 2022 and his mother in 2024. He and his siblings are under the care of their guardian, who works as a secretary. However, the income from their guardian cannot sustain James’s high school fees and his siblings’ college tuition. Sponsorship for James will bring hope to his family and allow him to pioneer the opportunity to become the first lawyer in his family.
Mathare
$68/MONTH
These sponsorships are for high school students living in the Mathare slums of Nairobi, Kenya. People here live in extreme poverty (making less than $1.90 per day). This is a new project for us, as we’ve developed a new partnership in this area. For $67/month, you can link arms and walk alongside one of these students to help them pursue an education. Your donation covers tuition fees, some student supplies, staff visitation, gatherings, and coordination costs for one high schooler.
Loreen Adhiambo Ochuodho
10th GradeMeet Loreen! She lives with her family of nine in a single-room house in Mathare, an area in Nairobi, Kenya. Her mother provides for the family through her small-scale business, while the father receives income through casual jobs when available. Her parents are very hardworking, but it is insufficient to meet their needs, especially regarding education. Loreen has been sent home for school fees multiple times due to her family's inability to afford them. Sponsorship will allow Loreen to focus on her aspirations of becoming a teacher and pursue her passion for education to contribute positively to her community.
Juma Cheril Atieno
10th GradeMeet Juma! Juma lives with her mother in Mathare, an area in Nairobi, Kenya. Unfortunately, her father passed away a few years ago, which has left her mother as the sole provider for the family. Her mother works as a laundry attendant but earns very little, making it challenging to cover basic expenses such as rent, food, and school fees. Juma was sent home for unpaid school fees, and to contribute to her family's income, she has taken up household work. Unfortunately, since joining high school, she has only been able to attend for one term due to financial challenges. However, Juma is determined to finish school and become a teacher. Sponsorship will empower and uplift Juma to pursue her academic goals and alleviate the cycle of poverty in her family.
Lizzy Awour Opiyo
10th GradeMeet Lizzy! Lizzy comes from a close-knit family of six in Mathare, an area in Nairobi, Kenya. Her father is the primary breadwinner, and her mother is unemployed, so the income is unstable and unreliable. Lizzy’s mother’s focus is on managing the household and supporting the family emotionally due to their financial challenges. Their challenges were exacerbated by recent flooding in the spring of 2024, which has led to them being unable to afford necessities like school fees. Sponsorship will allow Lizzy to be in school consistently, create stability for her family, and give her the chance to reach her dream of being a doctor.
James Odhiambo Owino
10th GradeMeet James! He lives with his family of four in Mathare, an area in Nairobi, Kenya. Unfortunately, his parents lost their jobs from a devastating flood in Mathare in the spring of 2024. Their financial challenges have led to struggles in paying for necessities like school fees. Unfortunately, James has been sent home from school due to the financial constraints. However, he is a bright, determined student who dreams of finishing school. Sponsorship will allow James to continue his education and pursue his aspiration of becoming an engineer.
Collins Gichobi Muriithi
10th GradeMeet Collins! He lives with his mother and six family members in Mathare, an area in Nairobi, Kenya. His mother is the sole provider, working hard to provide for the family despite facing numerous challenges. Unfortunately, his father struggles with alcoholism and drug abuse, so he does not support the family. Collin's mother works multiple jobs, but it is still not enough to provide for necessities like school fees. Despite these challenges, Collins has excelled academically. Collins's story is one of resilience and determination against significant odds. Sponsorship will help him continue his education and pave the way for his future career in nursing.
Hope Isendi Osteen
10th GradeMeet Hope! He lives with his family in Mathare, an area in Nairobi, Kenya. Hope loves to play football and spend time with his family and friends. Unfortunately, his parents’ jobs are low-paying and unreliable, so the income is insufficient to afford necessities like school fees. Although his family has received help from friends and community members, it is still not enough for Hope to attend school. Sponsorship would enable Hope to remain in school, pursue his ambition of becoming a lawyer, and relieve the financial burden of school fees from his family.
Harrison Ochieng Odhiambo
10th GradeMeet Harrison! He lives with his family of six in Mathare, an area in Nairobi, Kenya. His father works in casual jobs, which provide only minimal income, while his mother is currently unemployed due to health issues. The family’s limited earnings are used for his mother's medication. Furthermore, Harrison’s family experienced a devastating event when their home was swept away in floods, resulting in the loss of all household belongings in the spring of 2024. This disaster has intensified their challenges, making it difficult to afford necessities like school fees. Harrison is determined to pursue a career in engineering. Sponsorship will provide the necessary financial support for his school fees and basic needs, enabling him to focus on his studies.
Eugene Ongeti Eshiwani
10th GradeMeet Eugene! He lives with his parents in Mathare, an area in Nairobi, Kenya. His father works casual jobs, earning a low income that is insufficient to meet their basic needs. Sadly, his mother has health issues, further complicating the family's financial situation. Furthermore, Eugene’s family was recently affected by floods, which swept away their home and all household belongings in the spring of 2024. This disaster has left them in a vulnerable position, intensifying their struggles to afford necessities like school fees. Sponsorship would provide the necessary funds for his school fees, allowing him to focus on his studies and pursue his academic goal of becoming an engineer.
Noel Nanjekho Chenonoi
12th GradeMeet Noel! She lives with her mother and sibling in Mathare, an area in Nairobi, Kenya. Noel’s mother provides for the family through house cleaning, but it is not enough to meet their needs. Due to the lack of school fees, Noel had to transfer to a more affordable school. This transition affected Noel’s educational stability, but she is determined to succeed and works hard in school. Sponsorship will allow Noel to pursue her dream of becoming a teacher and focusing on her studies.
Faith Khasandi Indimuli
10th GradeMeet Faith! She lives with her family of four in Mathare, an area in Nairobi, Kenya. Her father is the sole breadwinner, working a casual job, while her mother is a homemaker. Faith’s family struggles with an unstable income, making it challenging to meet their basic needs like school fees. This financial burden has affected her ability to attend school consistently. However, she is determined to finish her studies and do well in school. Sponsorship for Faith will allow her to stay in school and achieve her goal of being a doctor.
Grace Makungu
10th GradeMeet Grace! She lives with her family of seven in a single-room house in Mathare, an area in Nairobi, Kenya. Grace’s father is the sole breadwinner, relying on casual jobs to support the family. Unfortunately, her mother is unemployed, which adds to the financial stressors of being unable to afford necessities like school fees. Grace is a bright student and is determined to finish her studies. However, due to her family's financial difficulties, she has frequently been sent home from school because she cannot afford the balance. Sponsorship would not only alleviate her financial burdens but also empower her to pursue her dream of becoming a doctor.
Brighton Mbithi Mikalo
10th GradeMeet Brighton! He lives with his family of five in Mathare, an area in Nairobi, Kenya. Their father is the sole provider, but he relies on casual jobs that provide unreliable and low income. His mother is unemployed after losing the business to recent and devastating floods in the spring of 2024, exacerbating their financial struggles. Due to a lack of school fees, Brighton is currently at home and unable to attend school. However, Brighton is determined and focused on his studies, with a strong desire to become an engineer. Sponsorship will provide Brighton with the opportunity to continue his education and empower him to uplift his family and community.
Jephrice Akengo Okombe
10th GradeMeet Jephrice! She lives with her family of six in Mathare, an area in Nairobi, Kenya. Her father is the sole provider of the family through working casual jobs. However, the work yields less than a dollar a day. Their financial situation severely limits the family's ability to meet basic needs, including educational expenses. Sponsorship would allow her to access education and resources so she can finish her studies and reach her dream of becoming a doctor.
Joseph Mireri Ondieki
10th GradeMeet Joseph! He lives with his parents and three siblings in Mathare, an area in Nairobi, Kenya. Joseph's father is the breadwinner of the family, working casual jobs that yield an income of less than a dollar a day. The limited income makes it difficult for the family to afford basic needs, including educational expenses. Joseph is unable to attend school due to a lack of school fees, which forces him to spend his time at home. Sponsorship would not only help Joseph return to school but also enable him to work toward his dream of becoming a pilot.
Whitney Chebet Ndiwa
11th GradeMeet Whitney! She lives with her mother, father, and five siblings in Mathare, an area in Nairobi, Kenya. Her father runs a small-scale business, and her mother is unemployed, so the earnings are insufficient to sustain the family, which exacerbates their financial struggles. This makes it difficult for them to afford necessities like school fees. Despite Whitney’s challenges of being kicked out of school due to school fees, she is a determined and bright student who aspires to be a nurse. Sponsorship will allow Whitney to focus on her education and pursue her dream of helping her community through healthcare.
William Otieno Ouko
10th GradeMeet William! William lives with his single mother in Mathare, an area in Nairobi, Kenya. His mother has been the sole provider for the family ever since his father abandoned the family a few years ago. She has a cleaning job, but the income is unreliable and insufficient to support the family’s basic needs like rent and school fees. Although community members have tried to help the family, it is still not enough for him to consistently attend school. William would like to become an English teacher. Sponsorship will alleviate his family’s financial burdens and grant him the opportunity to reach his goals.
Lian Tamara Namachi
11th GradeMeet Lian! Lian lives with her single father in Mathare, an area in Nairobi, Kenya. Unfortunately, her mother left the family and has since remarried, leaving Lian and her father to navigate their challenges alone. Lian’s father works casual jobs with a low income, which is insufficient to meet basic needs, including educational expenses. Due to financial difficulties, Lian missed the opportunity to join a national school and still struggles with paying school fees. Lian aspires to become a doctor, driven by the desire to contribute positively to society and help those in need. Sponsorship would give her the opportunity to focus on her studies and work towards her dream of becoming a doctor.
Valentine Khasandi
11th GradeMeet Valentine! She lives with her parents and siblings in a single-room house in Mathare, an area in Nairobi, Kenya. Valentine’s mother is unemployed, while her father works as a cleaner. However, his income is insufficient to meet the family's needs. The lack of school fees has forced Valentine to often stay at home, which has hindered her education. Valentine has high ambitions to become a teacher after she graduates. Sponsorship will help alleviate some of the family’s financial burdens, allowing Valentine to thrive academically and focus on her aspirations.
Ashley Oketch Akinyi
11th GradeMeet Ashley! She lives with her family of five in Mathare, an area in Nairobi, Kenya. Ashley's family relies on her father as the sole provider, but he does not have a stable source of income. Devastatingly, their home was destroyed by floods in the spring of 2024, severely impacting their ability to meet basic needs like school fees. Despite the challenges, Ashley is above average in her studies and has goals of becoming a pilot. Her focus on education remains unwavering even in the face of adversity. Sponsorship will provide the necessary funds for her school fees, and it will also offer her family financial relief during this difficult time.
Bravin Otieno Ochieng
10th GradeMeet Bravin! He lives with his parents and four siblings in Mathare, an area in Nairobi, Kenya. Bravin’s father works as a security guard to provide for the family. Unfortunately, his mother is unable to work due to health issues. Bravin's family faces significant financial challenges, as the father's low income is insufficient to cover basic needs like school fees. Bravin has been at home for one term due to being unable to afford school. However, he is a bright student who attends a national-ranking school after performing above average academically. Sponsorship for Bravin would enable him to attend school and provide stability for his family, allowing him to pursue his dream of becoming an engineer.
Shanice Precious Mirriam
10th GradeMeet Shanice! She lives with her family of seven in a single-room house in Mathare, an area in Nairobi, Kenya. Shanice’s father provides for the family by working at a construction site. However, little income is earned, and it cannot meet all her family's needs. Her mother is unemployed after she lost her business during the devastating floods in the spring of 2024. These financial hardships have made it difficult for them to afford necessities like school fees. Sponsorship for Shanice's high school education would greatly alleviate the burden on her family and enable her to pursue her educational goal of becoming a teacher without the added stress of financial instability.
Brighton Samuel Omuchebi
10th GradeMeet Brighton! He lives with his mother and four siblings in Mathare, an area in Nairobi, Kenya. Unfortunately, his father deserted the family and remarried, leaving the mother as the sole provider. Brighton’s mother works as a tailor, earning less than a dollar a day, so she struggles to meet the family's basic needs. Brighton is currently out of school due to a lack of funds for fees. However, he is an above-average student, ranking at the top of his county. Brighton secured a slot in a national school, but sadly, he could not attend due to the financial burden. Sponsorship will allow Brighton to continue his studies, reach his potential, and work toward becoming a doctor as he dreams of.
Mathare – Huruma
$68/MONTH
Similar to the section above, these sponsorships are for high school students living in the Mathare slums of Nairobi, Kenya. The students below however are simply connected to a different local partner in that area. People here live in extreme poverty (making less than $2.15 per day). For $68/month, you can link arms and walk alongside one of these students to help them pursue an education. Your donation covers tuition fees, some student supplies, staff visitation, and coordination costs for one high schooler.
Patrick Mbai
10th GradeMeet Patrick! Patrick and his four siblings stay with their parents in Mathare, an area in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya. His father works in construction to provide for his wife and children, but it is insufficient to afford necessities like school fees. Patrick is often sent home from school because of his unpaid balances, which means he is not receiving the education he hopes for. Patrick dreams of finishing school to support his family so that one day, his siblings can go to school too.
Gryan Otieno
10th GradeMeet Gryan! He and his mother live together in Mathare, an area in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya. His mother is the sole provider of the family. She supports Gryan through casual jobs like washing clothes and cleaning houses. However, it is not enough to sustain Gryan through his basic needs, like school fees. Gryan would like to become a doctor to help people in need in his community, and sponsorship can bring him one step closer to achieving this.
Reuben Musyoka
10th GradeMeet Reuben! He and his four siblings live with their mother in Mathare, an area in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya. His mother provides for the family through jobs like washing clothes, cleaning homes, and dishwashing. However, it is not enough to sustain the family and afford their school fees. Reuben’s dream is to become the father figure of the household to support his family. Sponsorship will allow Reuben to finish school and alleviate his mother’s financial burden.
Mercy Mutanu
11th GradeMeet Mercy! She lives with her family of eight in Mathare, an area in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya. Mercy’s father does not have consistent employment due to challenges in finding available work. Unfortunately, this forces Mercy to miss school due to a lack of school fees. Sponsorship will not solve all of Mercy and her family’s challenges, but it will allow her the opportunity to finish school and become a teacher.
Fredrick Odero
10th GradeMeet Fredrick! He comes from a family of seven with both of his parents present at home. Unfortunately, his father is unemployed so he cannot provide for his family. School fees are one necessity they are unable to afford, forcing Fredrick to stay at home and not progress with his studies. Fredrick is a determined student who dreams of becoming a surgeon to help heal others. Sponsorship for Fredrick will allow him to go to school and relieve the financial burden of his family.
Jael Neema
10th GradeMeet Jael! She lives with her family in Mathare, an area in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya. Jael faces financial challenges as she lives with her father who relies on inconsistent casual jobs for their livelihood. This often leads to frequent school absences so her father can search for work. Her mother lives far away, adding to the family's complexities. Jael aspires to continue her education after high school despite facing financial hurdles. She dreams of securing a stable job to support her family, especially her siblings, and help others in need. Sponsorship can offer Jael a brighter future.
Grace Atieno
11th GradeMeet Grace! She, her siblings, and her parents live together in Mathare, an area in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya. Her father receives income through casual jobs when they are available. Unfortunately, her parent's income is not sufficient for Grace to attend school. Although she is a bright student who hopes to finish her studies and take care of her family, she is often forced to stay home. Sponsorship would allow Grace to finish her studies and pursue her dreams.
Kenya Camp
Once a year we gather all of our sponsored students in Kenya for a summer camp. At camp, the students will get the chance to make friends with other students, develop stronger relationships with Elijah and his team, and meet some friends from the USA. This is also an opportunity to share the love of Jesus with them. We love camp because it’s when we get to meet all of the students face to face. They are so much fun! Donate any amount to help fund this project!