Food for Thought- Feeding Students in Rural Kenya

Kiwimbi's Food for Thought continues to provide lunch to hundreds of children every day.  This is a critical meal for the students in our programs and for some is the only one they can be guarenteed to have each day. During the busy time at the Library when school is on holiday and we run Camps at the Library every day, there are more students than ever who receive a daily meal.  In fact there can be up to 1,000 children on any given day during these school holidays.  The daily meal is githeri, a highly nutritious meal made from beans and maize.  We are grateful that our donors provide the funds needed to ensure that no child goes hungry. 

Nehema is a student in our Prep For Success Program. This program includes a vital daily meal for each student.  Nehema shares how our program, including the daily lunch, supports her.

“Kiwimbi’s teachers have helped me improve my vocabulary & grammar skills, and provide the materials we need for in-class practicals. Without these materials, nothing can be accomplished in school under the new CBC (Competency Based Curriculum). I am provided a daily lunch and fresh water which keeps me healthy. The Kiwimbi staff mentors us on how to live well and peacefully with others. They have taught me the importance of having a good career and a future.

When I grow up I would like to be a surgeon and join hands with the Kiwimbi supporters to nurture the upcoming generation.”

Her goal of reaching a helping hand to the next generation of students is inspiring!  Without the support of our donors, neither Kiwimbi nor Nehema could accomplish our goals. Thank you for creating opportunity through education with your gifts.