Building Brighter Futures in Kenya

Our Children's Home Visit program is at the heart of what we do. We believe every child deserves love, support, and the opportunity to succeed. Our dedicated team of volunteers regularly visits partner homes in and around the community to build meaningful relationships with the children.

Key Activities:

• Supply Drives: We collect and distribute essential items like food, clothing, bedding, and educational materials.
• Mentorship: We pair older children with mentors who provide guidance, academic support, and serve as positive role models.
• Fun Days: We organize events with games, sports, and creative activities to bring joy and a sense of normalcy to their lives.
• Facility Improvement: With donor support, we assist with minor repairs and improvements to create a safer and more comfortable living environment.

A clean environment is crucial for community health and well-being. Our Environmental Cleanup initiative mobilizes local residents, schools, and businesses to take collective responsibility for their surroundings. These events are more than just about picking up litter; they are about fostering community pride and environmental awareness.

Our Approach:

• Monthly Cleanup Drives: We identify areas in need, such as markets, riversides, and public spaces, and organize large-scale cleanup events.
• Waste Management Education: We partner with local experts to run workshops on recycling, composting, and reducing single-use plastics.
• Tree Planting: Following a cleanup, we often plant indigenous trees to beautify the area, improve air quality, and combat soil erosion.
• Youth Engagement: We actively involve local youth, empowering them to become ambassadors for a cleaner Kenya.

Empowering a woman means empowering a family and a community. Our Women's Empowerment program provides women with the skills, resources, and support network they need to become financially independent and leaders in their own right.

Program Components:

• Vocational Skills Training: We offer courses in tailoring, beadwork, soap making, and modern agricultural techniques.
• Financial Literacy: Participants learn essential business skills, including budgeting, saving, and record-keeping.
• Micro-Loan Program: Graduates of our training can apply for small, low-interest loans to start or expand their businesses.
• Support Networks: We facilitate the creation of women's groups where members can share experiences, collaborate on projects, and support one another.

On October 25, 2024, our team of dedicated medical volunteers and local doctors organized a large-scale health fair in Kiambu. We provided free medical check-ups, blood pressure and glucose screenings, and vital health education. The event was a huge success, reaching over 500 community members and helping to identify and address common health issues early on. We also distributed basic first aid kits and information on hygiene and sanitation.

On September 12, 2024, we held our annual school supply drive in Ruiru. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we were able to distribute over 300 backpacks filled with notebooks, pens, pencils, and other essential stationary. The joy on the children's faces was a powerful reminder of the importance of education and the simple things that can make a huge difference in their academic journey. Our volunteers also spent time reading stories and playing games with the students.

Our recent Women's Skill Building Workshop, held on August 18, 2024, was a resounding success. Over 50 women participated in hands-on training for tailoring and traditional beadwork. These skills provide a direct pathway to financial independence and entrepreneurship. We were so inspired by the enthusiasm and creativity of the participants. The workshop concluded with a small market where the women could showcase their first creations.

On July 10, 2024, we gathered a huge crowd of volunteers and community members for our largest cleanup event to date. We tackled a busy local market area, collected tons of waste, and educated vendors on proper disposal methods. Following the cleanup, we planted 200 tree saplings in a public park, leaving a lasting legacy of a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable community.

On June 5, 2024, our team organized a food drive to support families experiencing food insecurity. We distributed food parcels containing essential items such as maize flour, cooking oil, rice, beans, and fresh vegetables to 150 families. This event was made possible by the incredible support of our community and corporate partners who helped us collect and pack the parcels. It was a day filled with gratitude and hope.

Education is a powerful tool for change. In Ruiru, we are working with local schools and families to ensure every child has access to quality learning materials, mentorship, and a safe environment. Our recent scholarship program has enabled several bright students to continue their studies, opening up a world of new possibilities for them and their families.

Sustainable agriculture is key to long-term food security. We recently launched a pilot program in Kiambu to teach community members modern farming techniques, including drip irrigation and organic composting. The results have been incredible, with families now able to grow enough produce for their own consumption and to sell at local markets.

Our mobile clinic is reaching remote areas, providing essential medical care and health education to those who need it most. See the impact of our work firsthand.

Empowering women is one of the most effective ways to drive community development. We share inspiring stories of women from our vocational and micro-loan programs who have started their own businesses, from tailoring and catering to small shops, and are now supporting their families and leading their communities.

Our volunteers are the backbone of our organization. In this blog, we introduce you to some of our most dedicated team members and share why they choose to donate their time and skills to Anakeh International. Their passion is truly inspiring and drives our mission forward.

Access to safe, clean drinking water is a basic necessity. We provide an update on our most recent clean water project in Kiambu East, where we installed a new borehole, providing a sustainable water source for an entire village and significantly improving their health and well-being.

We are a strong believer in the collective power of partnerships. This blog explores some of our successful collaborations with other NGOs and local businesses, and how these relationships have allowed us to expand our reach and make a bigger impact together.

Vocational training offers a direct path to employment and economic stability. We share personal stories from our recent graduates who have successfully started careers in fields like carpentry, hospitality, and electrical work, showcasing the transformative power of practical skills.

Our community events are a chance to celebrate the rich culture and vibrant spirit of the people we work with. Join us in celebrating our shared heritage.

Food insecurity is a major challenge. We discuss the various ways we are addressing this issue, from distribution to empowering local food production.

Micro-loans are a catalyst for economic independence. This blog highlights our small loan program, which provides crucial startup capital to aspiring entrepreneurs. We share success stories and showcase how these small investments are creating jobs and stimulating local economies.

Our commitment to community goes hand-in-hand with our commitment to the environment. This post details our ongoing projects, including large-scale tree planting drives and waste management workshops, which are designed to protect and preserve Kiambu's natural resources for future generations.

This heartwarming blog offers a glimpse into a typical visit to one of the children's homes we support. We share stories of the games we play, the lessons we teach, and the special moments we share with the children, highlighting the profound impact of your support.

We are embracing technology to improve healthcare access and delivery in rural Kenya. This blog discusses our initiatives to use mobile health platforms, telemedicine, and digital health records to provide timely and effective medical care to underserved communities.

Beyond immediate aid, our focus is on building long-term sustainability. This blog explores our comprehensive livelihood programs that combine skills training, financial literacy, and market access to empower individuals and families to create a stable and prosperous future for themselves.

Period poverty is a significant barrier to education for many girls. Our new initiative provides reusable sanitary pads and health education workshops to girls in schools, ensuring they don't miss classes and can continue their studies with dignity and confidence.

Investing in early childhood is crucial. This post highlights our programs that provide a strong foundation for learning, giving young children the best start in life.

We pay tribute to the local health workers who are our partners on the ground, providing basic healthcare and education to families in their own neighborhoods.

We share our long-term goals and strategic vision for the next five years, including new projects and outreach programs for the years to come.

Every contribution, no matter how small, has a direct impact on the lives of people in Kenya. This blog breaks down the various ways you can get involved, from making a one-time donation to becoming a long-term partner, and shows you how your support is making a tangible difference.