Fuel Education for Eager Kenyan Students

Hamisi is the third of 11 children born to illiterate parents in Egu, which is in the poorest district of Kenya. Hamisi is a dedicated student with a strong desire to learn and improve his life through education. But Hamisi knows better than most that desire alone is not enough. Because his parents are peasant farmers, they could never afford to pay Hamisi's secondary school fees. For this reason, Hamisi knew that he needed to qualify for a Kenya Keys' sponsorship. As he approached his 8th grade year, he joined a group of hardworking students who sleep at Egu Primary School overnight in order to use the light provided by the school. Without that light, these students would have to complete their studies at home, by the light of a small kerosene lantern.

By taking advantage of the Fueling Education program, Hamisi was able to prepare well for the national exam (the KCPE). When the results were in, it was clear that Hamisi's efforts paid off: he earned one of the highest scores in the region. He was accepted to Waa Boys Secondary School, which is one of the best schools in the region. He also qualified for a sponsorship through Kenya Keys. He has great ambitions for his education and career. None of this would have been possible without Fueling Education.

Your donations to Fueling Education have made it possible for 130 students at Egu Primary School to receive the assistance they need to optimize their study and preparations for the KCPE. Even small donations make a huge difference for these students. We sincerely thank you, on their behalf, for helping them unlock their potential by funding the Fueling Education program.