Students for Sponsorship
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Lucy Flo Lemarleny is a resilient seven-year-old girl in Grade 2 who dreams of becoming a doctor. She is the third child in a family of seven siblings facing severe financial hardship due to the devastating effects of famine that have left her parents without steady income. Lucy’s mother is currently unemployed and struggles to provide for the family’s basic needs, making it difficult to afford school fees. Despite these challenges, Lucy shows a strong desire to learn and the potential to succeed if given the opportunity. Sponsorship would provide her with the chance to attend school, receive proper care, and break the cycle of poverty that weighs heavily on her family.
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Aged 8,
Jackline Ndunge is a kind, compassionate, and joyful eight-year-old girl in Grade 3 living in Kibera, Nairobi. She dreams of one day becoming a teacher so she can empower other children through education. Jackline is the third of five children in a family that struggles to make ends meet. Her mother earns a small income by washing clothes, while her father works as a security guard. Despite their dedication, their limited earnings are stretched thin by the rising cost of living, often prioritising the needs of the older children. As a result, Jackline has had to stay home to care for her younger siblings, interrupting her schooling and placing her future at risk. Jackline loves maize and beans, rice and lentils, and her favorite color is red. With sponsorship, Jackline could return to school and continue her education without the burden of financial insecurity. Your support would help this bright young girl stay on track and pursue her dream of becoming a teacher.
Samuel
Morgan
Calvine
Mary
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Aged 11,
Calvine Nyabuto Getubo is a resilient 11-year-old boy in Grade 5 with a deep passion for football and a dream of becoming a medical doctor. Calvine has grown up without the presence of his parents, abandoned by his mother during infancy and with no knowledge of his father's identity. He currently lives in a cramped single-room home in Kibera with his grandmother, aunt, and cousins. His grandmother struggles to provide for the family through irregular casual labour, leaving Calvine unable to pay school fees or sit exams. In addition to these challenges, Calvine is HIV positive and responsibly adheres to his treatment. His dedication to education stems from his belief that it is the key to reuniting with his family and improving their lives. Sponsorship would allow Calvine to continue his education in a stable environment and work toward a brighter, healthier future.
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Aged 13,
Mary Mwango Mwebi is a bright and determined 13-year-old girl in Grade 7. With a passion for mathematics, English, and science, Mary dreams of becoming either a doctor or a teacher—careers that reflect her desire to heal and uplift others. Her life has been shaped by hardship; after her parents separated when she was just five, Mary lost contact with her mother and was left in the care of her aging grandmother. Her father, struggling with alcoholism, was unable to care for her, and the burden of caregiving eventually became too great for her grandmother to bear. Thankfully, an aunt stepped in to find help. Although Mary successfully completed Grade 6, she was forced to stay home for over a year due to a lack of school fees. Mary is now seeking sponsorship to continue her education.
Mishel
Amos
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Mishel Shantel is a determined thirteen-year-old girl in Grade 7 who dreams of becoming a doctor. Her journey has been challenging, especially after missing school days because her family couldn’t afford the fees. Neighbours kindly contributed to help buy her a school uniform and cover part of her fees, allowing her to return to school temporarily. Mishel’s father, formerly a casual driver, lost his job this year and is struggling to find work, while her mother left the family. Now, Mishel and her sibling are cared for solely by their father, who faces great difficulty meeting their basic needs. Often going without food, Mishel is reluctant to ask for help to avoid adding to her father’s burdens. Despite these hardships, she remains committed to her education and determined to become a doctor.
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Aged 11
Amos Kiplagat is a cheerful and bright eleven-year-old boy in Grade 3 who dreams of becoming a farmer. He is the youngest of seven siblings in a family struggling with poverty. Sadly, Amos’s three eldest siblings dropped out of school, which has kept the family trapped in hardship. His father does casual work and helps with cleaning at a safehouse but earns very little. Now that his father is based in Nairobi, it would be ideal for Amos to attend school close to him. Amos is eager to learn and, with the right educational support, has the potential to break the cycle of poverty that affected his older siblings.
Eugene
Mathew
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Aged 14,
Eugene Mureri is a bright and motivated 14-year-old boy in Grade 7. With a passion for learning and a dream of becoming a teacher, Eugene hopes to inspire other children in his community to pursue education and transform their futures. He lives with his parents and five siblings in a small, overcrowded room. His father picks up casual construction jobs, and his mother does laundry when she can find work. Despite their efforts, the family often struggles to cover basic living expenses and has even spent nights outside due to unpaid rent. Eugene’s education has been interrupted multiple times because his parents could not afford school fees. Still, he remains resilient and optimistic, believing education is his path to a better life.
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Aged 7,
Mathew Sure Ouya is a disciplined and focused seven-year-old boy in Grade 4 from Babadogo, Nairobi, who dreams of one day becoming a military officer. Living in a densely populated slum with his father and three siblings, Mathew faces daily economic hardship. His mother resides in the village, while his father, a carpenter, struggles to support the family through unstable, low-paying construction jobs. With two siblings already in high school, their limited income is stretched thin. As a result, Mathew’s school has withheld his academic results for two terms due to unpaid fees. Despite this, he remains committed to his studies and determined to serve his country. Mathew enjoys playing football and loves simple meals like rice, lentils, maize, and beans. Sponsorship would relieve the financial burden on his family, allow Mathew to stay in school, and bring him closer to fulfilling his dream of military service.
Terry
Deborah
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Aged 12
Terry Michelle Oduor is a bright and determined twelve-year-old girl living in Kibera, Nairobi. She is the second of three children. Terry’s mother, Judith, faces physical challenges from a past stroke, including paralysis on her right side and speech difficulties, and earns a modest income through laundry, ironing, and house cleaning. Her father, Evans, works as an artisan but struggles with alcohol dependency, which affects the family’s financial stability. The family lives in a small, deteriorating mud house and struggles daily to afford basic needs like food, rent, and medical care. Currently, limited resources go toward her brothers education, leaving Terry without sufficient support to attend school. Despite these challenges, Terry is enthusiastic about learning and dreams of contributing positively to her community. Sponsorship would cover her school fees, uniforms, and supplies, giving her the opportunity to excel academically and build a brighter future.
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Aged 12
Deborah Milanoi is a resilient twelve-year-old girl in Grade 5 and the tenth of eleven children in her family. She is also a twin, which adds a special dynamic to her life. Deborah’s family is facing severe economic hardship, worsened by a recent famine that led to the loss of their cattle, their main source of livelihood. This has made it difficult for them to afford Deborah’s education. Despite these challenges, her mother firmly believes that education is the key to a better future and supports Deborah’s dream of becoming a nurse. Sponsorship would provide essential financial support to cover her school fees and enable Deborah to pursue her studies without interruption.
Faith
Mary
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Aged 12
Faith Ngiza Nyabuto is a resilient and focused 12-year-old girl in Grade 7 . Faith’s world changed dramatically when her mother passed away in September 2023, leaving behind a newborn sister, Beyoncé Joy. Since then, Faith has lived with her maternal aunt in the village, who now cares for both girls. As the fourth-born in a family of five, Faith has never known her father and has faced significant emotional and financial hardship. Despite this, she continues to show exceptional responsibility and determination. Her aunt, struggling with unstable income, is unable to support Faith's education fully. Inspired by the example of her older sister—currently supported by a safe house—Faith dreams of becoming a doctor, determined to uplift her family and serve others. Sponsorship would allow Faith to continue her education in a stable environment and pursue her aspirations with hope and confidence.
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Aged 10
Mary Sempeyian is a determined 10-year-old girl from the Maasai community living in Kibera, Nairobi. Mary dreams of becoming a doctor. Her parents work hard, her father as a security guard and her mother collecting firewood, but their combined income cannot meet the family’s basic needs. Mary’s academic progress has been hindered by financial difficulties and the need to care for her siblings while her mother works. Sponsorship would enable Mary to attend a boarding school where she can focus on her studies in a stable environment.
Jackline
Lucy
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Samuel Otwori is an 11-year-old boy in Grade 6 with a dream of becoming a farmer. Life has dealt Samuel difficult circumstances—his mother, now missing, left him without support or a stable home. Without knowledge of his father and no family to rely on, Samuel has been forced to survive alone, moving door to door in search of food and shelter. Schooling has been sporadic due to his unstable living conditions. A boarding school would offer Samuel the structure, support, and safety he needs to thrive. Educational sponsorship could provide Samuel not only with access to learning, but also a sense of belonging and hope for the future.
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Aged 7,
Morgan Sankale , currently in Grade 2, is a resilient seven-year-old boy from the Maasai community, now living in Kibera. Originally expected by his maternal grandfather to take on traditional herding duties, Morgan’s mother courageously escaped with him to the city to pursue a better future through education. Raised by a single mother who later remarried a supportive husband, Morgan’s family values education highly despite financial difficulties. His dream is to become a doctor, driven by a strong desire to help others and succeed academically. However, the family struggles to meet the costs of his school fees and related expenses. Sponsorship would provide vital support to ensure Morgan’s education continues uninterrupted and empower him to overcome cultural and economic challenges.