organizations running this strategy · 9
- #01 KENYA POVERTY REDUCTION VOLUNTEERS
- #02 STUDIO NGAARI FOUNDATION
- #03 NDUTA ANGELS FOUNDATION
- #04 ELIMINATE POVERTY ORGANIZATION
- #05 LIFE - PLAN ACTION AND DEVELOPMENT
- #06 RAINBOW COLOURS FOUNDATION
- #07 NEXT GENERATION CARING HAND ORGANISATION
- #08 CIRCLE OF FRIENDS FOR KIDS
- #09 BOY - CHILD ACTION MENTORSHIP PROGRAMME
activities of orgs running this strategy
A sample of programmatic activities from the orgs above. These are what the strategy looks like on the ground.
- Child Protection and Education Support KENYA POVERTY REDUCTION VOLUNTEERSdirect serviceSupports children's rights through awareness campaigns, policy reviews, and direct services such as providing free education and meals in early childhood development programs, and supporting rescue homes for vulnerable children.
- Community Capacity Building for Self-Sufficiency KENYA POVERTY REDUCTION VOLUNTEERScapacity buildingOffers capacity-building programs in its Resource Centers to local people to achieve self-sufficiency and sustainability, mitigating hunger, environmental degradation, diseases, and mismanagement of public resources.
- Community Development and Poverty Reduction Programs KENYA POVERTY REDUCTION VOLUNTEERSdirect serviceWorks with marginalized communities in Kenya to implement various development programs aimed at reducing poverty, including initiatives in environmental conservation, universal education, HIV/AIDS awareness, and socio-economic empowerment for women and youth.
- Emergency Relief and Livelihood Support KENYA POVERTY REDUCTION VOLUNTEERSdirect serviceProvides emergency relief and livelihood support to communities affected by disasters such as drought, locust invasions, and economic impacts like the COVID-19 pandemic, distributing food and non-food essentials.
- Facilitating International Volunteer Placements KENYA POVERTY REDUCTION VOLUNTEERSdirect serviceConnects international volunteers, including those from the Weltwärts program, with community development projects in Kenya, providing support services such as airport transfers, orientation, accommodation, and assistance with travel documentation.
- Food Security and Agricultural Development KENYA POVERTY REDUCTION VOLUNTEERSdirect serviceAddresses food security through agro-economic development, environmental stewardship, and initiatives like promoting cassava as a value chain crop, providing training on farming practices, and distributing food and seeds to affected communities.
- Infrastructure Development for Education KENYA POVERTY REDUCTION VOLUNTEERSdirect serviceConstructs and furnishes new modern class blocks and offices at primary schools to improve access to education for children.
- Microfinance and Enterprise Development KENYA POVERTY REDUCTION VOLUNTEERSdirect serviceImplements microfinance initiatives, including village banks and supporting community banks ("Bengi Investment Group"), to alleviate family poverty and reduce dependence, particularly for street children and vulnerable community members.
- Operating Community Resource Centers KENYA POVERTY REDUCTION VOLUNTEERSdirect serviceEstablishes and operates community resource centers in locations like Ahero, Awach, Awasi, Kuth, and Nyakach to serve as hubs for socio-economic development programs, offering microfinance, capacity building, and support for vulnerable populations.
- Support for People with Disabilities KENYA POVERTY REDUCTION VOLUNTEERSdirect serviceInitiates and facilitates programs designed to engage physically challenged individuals in community development, focusing on socio-economic empowerment through mentorships and capacity building.
- Teacher Training in New Technologies KENYA POVERTY REDUCTION VOLUNTEERScapacity buildingSupports teacher training in new technologies to align with Kenya’s competency-based curriculum.
- Volunteer Capacity Building and Recognition KENYA POVERTY REDUCTION VOLUNTEERScapacity buildingProvides orientation meetings for new volunteers, conducts evaluation debriefings, and issues Certificates of Recognition of Volunteer Service upon completion of their programs.
- Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) Programs KENYA POVERTY REDUCTION VOLUNTEERSdirect serviceWorks to improve access to safe water, sanitation facilities, and appropriate hygiene practices within communities.
- Youth Development and Job Preparedness KENYA POVERTY REDUCTION VOLUNTEERSdirect servicePrepares local youth for the competitive job market through development programs and empowers them with increased ICT access, knowledge, and employability.
- After-school educational and recreational program for children RAINBOW COLOURS FOUNDATIONdirect serviceProvides children aged 10–13 with access to libraries, sports, and recreational facilities as part of ongoing educational and extracurricular support.
- Community integration program for elderly individuals RAINBOW COLOURS FOUNDATIONdirect serviceRuns programs to increase community involvement and social engagement for individuals aged 65 and above, including organized events such as end-of-year parties and hearing health services.
- Comprehensive youth and elderly empowerment programs in Bungoma, Kenya RAINBOW COLOURS FOUNDATIONdirect serviceEmpowers teenagers, adolescents, youth, and elderly individuals in Bungoma, Kenya through educational programs, mentorship, internships, skills development, recreational activities, and targeted elderly support services.
- Mentorship and college sponsorship program for girls RAINBOW COLOURS FOUNDATIONdirect serviceOffers a one-year mentorship and educational program for girls, with the opportunity for college sponsorship upon successful completion.