Tabitha’s journey from vulnerability to financial independence demonstrates the transformative power of skills-based training and holistic support for young women in Kenya. Born in 2004, her story is one of resilience, determination, and the life-changing impact of vocational education combined with counseling and mentorship. Early Challenges: Forced Marriage and Loss After completing high school, Tabitha’s life took an unexpected turn. Her mother arranged for her to travel to Kitale, ostensibly to work at a posho mill. However, this was a deception; her mother had secretly organized a marriage for her. At barely 18 years old, Tabitha found herself trapped in a home where she hadRead More

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When Lake Nakuru first overflowed into Parkview, the damage was immediate and visible. Homes flooded. Small businesses disappeared overnight. Families lost not only shelter, but the daily income they relied on to survive. Months later, the rains have stopped but the crisis has not. This January, Springs of Hope Foundation returned to Parkview for a follow-up emergency food distribution, reaching 65 displaced families. What we found was not recovery, but endurance. Floodwaters still linger in and around homes, turning what was once a temporary disaster into a prolonged state of displacement. During our initial visit at the height of the flooding, families were in shock—scramblingRead More

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Graduation Week at Kijiji Mission is not simply a closing ceremony. It is a structured period designed to assess readiness — for work, for independent living, and for the responsibilities that follow formal training. Throughout the week, students are evaluated on practical skills, decision-making, and their ability to apply what they have learned in real-world settings. It is also a moment of reflection, as each student begins to define what comes next. In the days leading up to graduation, preparation extends beyond technical demonstrations. Students rehearse speeches, refine short plays, and practice coordinated dances for their final presentations. This preparation builds confidence and clarity, helpingRead More

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Parkview in Nakuru West is facing a deepening crisis after weeks of flooding caused by rising water levels from Lake Nakuru. As the lake expanded inland, water moved past roads and open areas and entered people’s homes. It did not stop at doorsteps. As a result, families lost houses, shops, and small kiosks they relied on for income. Floors remain covered with stagnant water mixed with debris and waste. At the same time, pathways have become muddy, slippery, and unsafe. Because of this damage, many families can no longer work. Casual labor, small trade, and daily income disappeared with the floodwater. Yet many residents remainRead More

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This week, the Springs of Hope Foundation team carried out a food distribution in Sewarage, Nakuru. We delivered 60 hampers to some of the community’s most vulnerable residents. Elderly couples, single mothers, and individuals living with disabilities received packages filled with everyday food items, enough to last a week or two, and bring some comfort during tough times. For those who couldn’t make it to the collection point, family members came on their behalf, making sure no one missed out. Many residents expressed how much it meant to be remembered, that someone thought of them and cared enough to show up. Life in Sewerage isn’t easy.Read More

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Our students recently set out for a unique Kentex Uniforms factory visit, a hands-on learning experience at one of Kenya’s leading school uniform manufacturers. The visit broadened their perspective, showing them that production extends far beyond the small sewing machines they use in training. When the students entered the factory, the steady hum of machines and the sight of fabric transforming immediately captured their attention. They watched giant cutting machines slice through stacks of cloth with precision, shaping pieces for shirts, skirts, and trousers. As a result, they gained valuable insight into the efficiency of large-scale operations. Afterward, the group moved to the embroidery section.Read More

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This month, Springs of Hope Foundation carried out a food distribution in Mashini, Lanet, supporting 60 families with food hamper. An elderly grandfather smiles as he holds a small package of maize, beans, and green grams. “It may not seem like much,” he says softly, “but to me it is everything.” He is one of 60 families who received food hampers from Springs of Hope Foundation this month. The families we reached included elderly grandparents caring for grandchildren, as well as single mothers struggling to provide, and neighbors living with disabilities. Meanwhile, for many, daily life is a balancing act between rent, school fees, andRead More

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This month, our students at Kijiji Mission completed their end-of-term exams. These assessments are more than grades. They reflect growth in confidence, skills, and knowledge End-of-Term Exams at Kijiji Mission We are celebrating, our students who completed their end-of-term exams, marking the close of yet another busy and productive season of learning. Exams are always a milestone for our students, but they are about much more than just grades. They are a chance for us to see how far our students have come in both knowledge and confidence. A Week of Testing and Achievement This term, the students were tested in a wide variety of subjects.Read More

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Among our many spinoff programs, we have been able to run a free Saturday computer lab for high school girls within our community, creating a safe place for the girls to come and learn, but more importantly, speak to a trusted adult counsellor about the many challenges they are experiencing.  We annually make and distribute school uniforms free of charge to hundreds of primary-aged children within our community, allowing them to attend school with a great sense of pride and dignity. We sew and distribute washable, reusable sanitary kits to thousands of teenage girls within Nakuru County, alleviating the necessity of missing many school daysRead More

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Many of you have reached out with questions about the recent freeze on U.S. foreign aid and whether it affects Springs of Hope Foundation community projects. Fortunately, thanks to the generosity and commitment of supporters like you, our programs have never relied on the U.S. or Kenyan governments for funding. Instead, your contributions make our work possible, allowing us to maintain independence and flexibility to respond to community needs. Moreover, we are enormously grateful for the trust and support you provide, which enables us to continue making a meaningful difference. The freeze on U.S. foreign aid profoundly impacts the communities we serve. In Kenya, 80%Read More

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