Over 20 years of empowering young people in Kenya, through education and life skills. We believe that education, empowerment and employment is the key to breaking the poverty cycle. Working with 5 projects in Kenya, we’ve created a sustainable platform for change. Our Story:
Sarah Hicks (known as ‘Boo’ to friends and family) lost her life to cancer in October 2002 at the age of 36. Sarah was a gen
tle, determined and caring person, with a wonderful spirit. Sarah showed vast amounts of strength and drive throughout her later years as she searched for alternative treatment for her illness in Kenya. During that time she made many friends who were touched by the compassion and love she had for those less fortunate than herself. The impact Sarah had on countless people’s lives is hard to put into words. Sarah would be proud to know that twenty years after her passing she has left an extraordinary legacy in Kenya which has helped provide a future for over 600 young ladies through the development of valuable life skills. This has led to some amazing stories of incredible young people coming out of poverty to establish their own successful businesses and enterprises. By helping children and young adults in a sustainable way the ‘Boo’ charity has made Sarah’s wish come true. Our Projects:
We now work with 5 projects:
- Nyamache Life Skills Centre: Fully funded by Boo, this Life Skills Centre offers 5 training courses to young people in need.
- Nyamwanga ECD: Funding teachers’ and cooks’ wages, school uniforms and learning materials for over 170 pre-schoolers.
- Busire ECD: Supporting access to education for over 150 6-7 year olds in this extremely poor rural area.
- Kibera ECD: Providing primary education to over 150 of the poorest children in Kibera, Africa's largest slum.
- Kibera Football Program: Run by Kibera Mpira Mtanni (KIMMTA), holding regular football matches and tournaments.
