October 2024
Update on the Nakuru-Meru Child Sponsorship Program – Kenya
We are excited to share the latest achievements of the Nakuru-Meru Child Sponsorship Program, dedicated to uplifting young lives in Kenya. This journey, powered by the generous support of the ICO community, continues to open new doors for vulnerable children.
Each child in the program is a testimony to the transformative power of education and compassion.
Building Futures, One Step at a Time
Your support has allowed many of these children to progress from primary school through high school, and even into university. Each transition—whether a first day in primary school or a final exam in university—marks a significant milestone that would not have been possible without your dedication.
Today, our sponsored children are thriving in schools across Kenya, from local primary classrooms to respected universities. Thanks to your contributions, we have been able to break the cycle of hardship and provide them with the stability and care every child deserves.
Overcoming Challenges, Together
Many of the children in this program come from marginalized and traditional communities. These areas face not only economic hardship but also cultural challenges that often stand in the way of education, especially for girls. Through your support, children are overcoming these barriers and moving toward a future filled with opportunity and hope.
Each child has a unique story of resilience:
- Primary students, such as Blessy Kayume and Chepoisho Lopong, are eagerly advancing through their grades, now preparing to move from Grade 2 and 3 up to the next level.
- Secondary students like Valentine Akure Chepkomoy are preparing for final exams, with Valentine soon to complete Form 4. Her journey symbolizes the courage to rise above difficult circumstances.
- University scholars like Winfred Holland and Nahashone Mburu, who are studying education and law respectively, represent the next generation of leaders, empowered by their education and ready to give back to their communities.
Impacting Lives Beyond the Classroom
Every donation you make extends far beyond school fees. It provides books, supplies, shelter, nutritious meals, and the consistent care these children need to succeed. Your kindness supports not just academic success but also the emotional and social well-being of each child, making sure they have what they need to thrive in all aspects of life.
The children have come a long way, but their journey is not over. With every step forward, they gain confidence, break free from limitations, and dream bigger than ever before. This holiday season, as they prepare to return to their families, they carry with them not only new skills and knowledge but also the knowledge that someone believes in them.
Gratitude from the Heart
As Field Manager, I have had the privilege to witness firsthand the impact of your support. Each success story, every exam passed, and each new milestone achieved are possible because of your generosity. On behalf of the children, their families, and the entire Nakuru-Meru community, thank you for standing by us, for sharing your blessings, and for being a lifeline of hope and strength.
Your commitment is changing lives. Thank you for helping us create brighter futures and for walking alongside these children as they grow and learn.
Joash Barasa
Field Manager
