Lydia M.

Lydia is a 15-year-old girl in Grade 8 at Kathaayoni Primary School. She lives with her mother and sister in Katheka, Tala, in a two-room Mud house while the brother has a separate room. Lydia’s mother is the sole breadwinner of the family after her father died in April 2023. She works as a peasant farmer, earning 16 euros per month, which is barely enough to meet the family’s needs and support Lydia’s education. Lydia is the family’s hope, especially after her eldest brother dropped out of school in Grade 8 due to insufficient funds, and her second eldest sister dropped out of school in Grade 6 due to a mental challenge that affected her ability to comprehend lessons. Despite these challenges, Lydia remains cheerful and hopeful for the future. Sponsoring her education would empower her to achieve her dreams, change her family’s narrative, and contribute positively to the society.

Ibrahim S.

Ibrahim is 4 year old boy who lives in Bangladesh Slum in Rongai. He is the third born in a family of three. Ibrahim lives with his mother along with his brother Nathaniel in a wooden single-room house. Ibrahim joined school in the play group stage two months ago. His mother is living with HIV and Aids which she contracted four years ago. The family shares one bed where all the four of them sleep.  The rent of the house is around 6 Euros a month, excluding electricity. Ibrahims’s mother got a man who supported her during the time she received the news of her medical status. The man is a drunkard and is of no help financially, making Ibrahim’s mother the breadwinner of the family. The mother does any type of casual work that is available. Recently she developed a conditioned of convulsing which has made it harder to get job opportunities. The family is needy and if assisted Ibrahim will be able to get an education and help his mother and brothers in future.

Trevor W.

Trevor is a four-year-old boy who is in Baby Class in Okoka Primary School in Bangladesh, Rongai. He is energetic and hopeful for the future. Trevor is the third born in a family of three boys. The mother is a drunkard in Bangladesh Slum and the children stay with a grandmother who is also a drunkard.

The family lives in a single iron sheet house paying a house rent of an average of 5 Euros monthly and pays an electricity bill of 3 euros per month. The water is supplied for free in the slum by the County government of Nairobi. The grandmother who is the sole bread winner used to farm in the riverbank but after the El Nino the space where she was planting vegetables for sale was carried away by the rains.  Currently she washes clothes for people in Rongai to feed the family. They have one bed where the grandmother sleeps with the three children and the mother sleeps down on a mattress.

If Trevor is supported, he will be able to achieve his dream of being a teacher and change his life and the life of his brothers and the entire family.

Edward K.

Edward is a six year old boy who is in Play Group in Okoka Primary School in Bangladesh. He is the fourth born in a family of four children. The mother has been in two failed marriages. After a small misunderstanding Edward’s father woke up one morning and sold everything they had leaving the family in an empty house. The family lives in a single room mud house paying a monthly rent of 11 Euros. They use an average of 3 Euros per month for electricity, but the water is available as it is free courtesy of the County Government of Nairobi. The mother is a fruit vendor, but it is very hard for her now since in Kenya when we are in the cold season not many people are buying fruits. In good season she makes a profit of 3 Euros in a day. We asked her if she gets support from the father where she explained that the father remarried and no longer supports them. They have one bed which is shared by all of them. Edward loves his family and likes to play paly with his friends after school. If supported Edward can achieve his dream of being an Architect and change his life, the life of his family and community at large.

David L.

David is an 11 year old boy who is in Grade 4. He lives with his mother and sister in a single room stone house in the slums of Kayole in Nairobi. His mother is the sole bread provider of their family since David’s father decided to take no responsibility for the child after he realized that his mother was pregnant with David. The mother was then neglected by her own family because of getting pregnant. The mother then got into another informal marriage with a new man who became David’s step-father who would mistreat David because he was not his biological son. The mother seeing this decided to live with the children on her own so that they would not be mistreated any more. David’s mother continues to work hard by washing other people’s clothes but barely makes enough money to sustain herself and her children. David is a needy case and if assisted he would achieve his dream, help his family out of family and the whole community as well.

George D.

 George is a  4-year-old boy who lives in the slums of Kibera with his mother and two other siblings. George has never been to school despite his age and was recommended to Real Stars as a needy child by the teachers of a nearby school where his mother tried to enroll him into the PP1, but she did not the have the admission money . The mother is the sole provider of the family after his father abandoned the family, and later on remarried and started another family with the new wife. Now the mother washes clothes for other people for some small pay and does any odd jobs that she can get to able to take care of her three children. It was our observation that George should be considered for the sponsorship, as his possibility of ever going to school seems hopeless being his older sister Natasha who is now 12 years old going to 13, was also at home during the visit. The reason being she had been sent home from school for the lack of school fees.

Ramires M.

Ramires is a 10-year-old boy who lives in Kibera with his mother, younger brother and sister. He was referred to Real Stars by his teachers as a needy child at the Primary School he goes to where he is in Grade 5. Ramires only lives with his mother and two siblings, after their father abandoned them. The father later on remarried and had another child with his new wife starting another family. Ramires mother who washes clothes for other people for some small pay is the sole-provider of the family. The family of four lives in small one room iron sheet house where they pay 25 Euros per month. They use electricity worth 3 Euros per month and water around 9 Euros per month.The one room house being so small the sleeping arrangement of the family is that the mother shares the bed in the room with her youngest daughter, while the two brothers sleep on a mattress on the floor. Ramires remains hopeful that he will get a sponsor, continue with his education to be able to make something of his life to help his family.

Rejoice S.

Rejoice is a 11-year-old girl who lives in Kibera with her grandmother and her aunt. She was referred to Real Stars by her teachers as a needy child at the Primary School where Rejoice is in Grade 4. Rejoice lives with her maternal grandmother, after the passing of her biological mother last year. The family of three that includes the grandmother, Rejoice and the grandmother’s niece lives in a one room house where the pay 40 Euros per month inclusive of electricity and use an average of 15 Euros per month on water. The grandmother who is elderly is the sole provider of the family working as vegetable vendor. She stated her niece who washes clothes for other people for some small pay also assists her in the providence of the basic needs of the family. The sleeping arrangement of the family is that the grandmother shares a bed with Rejoice while the niece (Rejoice Aunt) sleeps on the couch in the sitting area of the one room house.

Elizabeth A.

Elizabeth is an 11- year-old girl in Grade 5 at Primary School in Kibera Slum where she also lives with her family. She comes from a family of eight which includes, Elizabeth, her parents and her five other siblings. The parents are the sole providers of the family, the father working as motorbike rider carrying people from one place to another for some pay while the mother sells samosas by the road side in the area they live in. The parents use both their earnings to cater for their six children although the father is not consistent because he has another family. The family Pays a monthly rent of 35 Euros per month for their two room stone house, while the water and electricity costs them 11 Euros per month. The parents and children sleep on different beds in the other room. The parents sleeping on the single bed while the children share the double-decker bed as they have made one of their rooms their sitting room.

Elizabeth is a self-motivated girl considering she walks like two and half kilometers everyday to school and she never misses class unless she is sent home from school ,for lack of school fees. If supported Elizabeth continue with her education and make something of her life.

Olivia P.

Olivia is a 9-year-old girl who lives in Kibera with her mother and three sisters. She was recommended to Real Stars by her teachers from a nearby school where she is Grade 4. Olivia is the last born of her four sisters. Their mother who is the sole provider of the family after being abandoned by her husband works as a tailor in the market near their home. The family of five which includes Olivia, her mother and three sisters lives in a one room iron sheet house where they have partitioned the sitting area from the sleeping area using a bedsheet paying a monthly rent of 43 Euros inclusive of Electricity. They also use a maximum of 2 Euros per month on drinking water since the houses they live in the owner already dug a bore hole which produces hard water which is salty. They therefore only use that water to only clean their house and clothes. The mother also shared with us that it is difficult for her to provide for her daughters. Olivia’s mother has struggled to pay school fees and to provide basic needs for her family with the little earnings she makes for her tailoring job. At the time of our visit the mother’s eyes were very swollen. She shared with us that she has a problem with her eyes but she has not been able to seek medical attention due to the lack of money. Olivia is a needy child with a dream of becoming an engineer. If assisted she will be able to achieve her dream of being a teacher.

Winnie Z.

Winnie is a 10-year-old girl in Grade 4 in a nearby school where she was recommended as a needy child by her teachers. She is the last born in a family of 3 children. The mother is the sole provider of the family after Winnie’s father became mentally ill 4 years ago, and was taken in by his family members and taken to the village in the Countryside he comes from, leaving his family behind without support. The mother who sells second hand clothes for a living in a nearby market, then became the family’s breadwinner, and after realizing she could not afford to take care of all her children in the City she decided to take two of her older children to her parents in the village. She then came back with Winnie who is the youngest and therefore cannot help her grandparents with chores in the farm. The family of two now lives in a tiny one room mud house where they pay a monthly rent of 25 Euros and also pay an Electricity Bill of 3 Euros per month. They also don’t have toilet and therefore use a Public Toilet which they both pay around 10 Euros per month. The mother disclosed the money she gets from her business which is an average of 10 Euros on a good day she also uses to pay for necessities for the other children in the village.  Winnie and her mother share a mattress on the floor since they do not have a bed. The situation of the family is very needy but if Winnie is assisted with the opportunity to study, she will be able to achieve her dream of becoming a Doctor and get her family out of poverty.

Ramsley B.

Ramsley who is 8 years old is in Grade 2 at a school in Nairobi. He is the first born of two children in his family, but does not live with his parents who live in Kibera, instead he lives with his aunt and her family since 2024 after his aunt took him from his parents. His aunt stated she took Ramsley into her home after observing that his parents were unable to properly take care of him. Despite her not being completely financially stable she realized she was in a much better position to take care of Ramsley than his parents were, since she works in a school. Before the aunt took Ramsley in, he had never gone to school. Therefore the aunt enrolled Ramsley in the school she works in where she is paid 100 Euros per month. The aunt who is the sole provider of her own family because her husband works as an occasional painter, which he hardly gets work told us that all the family expenses are her responsibility. The family of six which is Ramsley, his aunt, his two cousins, her husband and their 9-month-old daughter lives in a two room house where they pay a monthly rent of 60 Euros and use electricity worth 2 Euros per month as well as use water worth 5 Euros every month. The aunt, her husband and their 9 month old baby share a single bed in one of the rooms while Ramsley and his two brothers sleep on a mattress on the floor in the other room. With the support of a sponsor, Ramsley can rise above his circumstances and one day realize his dreams, proving that hardship does not determine destiny.

Romeo N.

Romeo N. a 14-year-old boy is in Grade 9 in a school in Nairobi. He is disciplined, hardworking, and performs above average in all subjects. Romeo lives with his parents and two other siblings in a one-room house in Kibera, partitioned with plywood. They pay 30 Euros per month for rent inclusive of electricity, using an average of 5 Euros on water per month. His mother who makes money from washing clothes and cleaning other peoples houses makes an average of 3 Euros to 5 Euros per month. His father who is the sole provider of the family is a shoemaker making an income depending on the school season when he gets orders. The family has a double-decker bed where Romeo and his brother sleep on the upper deck, while his older sister sleeps on the lower deck, and the parents sleep separately on a single bed on the other side of the partitioned room. The parents struggle financially to take care of their children and if Romeo could get a sponsor he will be able to make something of his life and help his parents out of poverty.

Sharon N.

Sharon who is 4 years old lives in a slum called Korogocho with her family. She comes from a family of four members which includes her, her mother and two siblings. Sharon is in the Play Group level in a nearby school where her mother took her. The mother is the sole provider of her family after her husband abandoned her and their three children, she washes clothes and utensils for other people making an average of 2 Euros to be able to take care of her family. As a result, there are days when the family goes without meals due to financial difficulties. The family of four lives in a single room house where they pay 32 Euros per month inclusive of electricity. They buy water at an extra cost which the total expenditure is determined by the family’s usage per month. The mother stated that the father sometimes comes by to visit the family and then leaves again but he does not offer the mother any financial support for taking care of their family. When he visits them the parents share a single bed in the room while the three children share a mattress on the floor, however when he is not in the mother sleeps with the youngest child on the bed while the other two share a mattress on the floor. Sharon’s mother fears that her daughter may not be able to continue with her education due to the lack of school fees. She confirmed that as it is she has school fees arrears.  The teacher frequently calls her to make payments which she pays her what she has depending on the money she has made that day. She expressed that if Sharon could receive sponsorship, it would help her achieve her dreams.

Eunice N.

Eunice who is 12 years old is currently in Grade 7 in a school near where she lives. Her Academic Performance is Meeting Expectations and she is passionate about cooking and enjoys playing football. She is a member of the school’s under-15 girls’ football team with the dream of becoming a Nurse when she is done with school. . The family of five comprising of the mother, an elder brother, an elder sister, and the youngest brother lives in a two-room stone house. They pay a monthly rent of 60 Euros with electricity being provided via token and costing approximately 5 Euros per month. The mother is the sole breadwinner but is currently unemployed, after losing her job in August last year. She has since been relying on support from her friends to buy food. Eunice father who abandoned her family remarried and has not been involved in taking care of his family since then. The family has arranged a double-decker bed in the outer room. The eldest son sleeping on the upper deck, while Eunice and her sister Millicent share the lower deck. Eunice’s mother shares her single bed with Eunice last-born brother. The mother became very emotional as she shared her story, expressing deep regret over trusting in her second relationship. The family is genuinely needy and with your support, Eunice can rise above her circumstances and one day achieve her dreams of becoming a Nurse.

Brighton W.

Brighton who is 11 years old is currently in Grade 3 in his area of residence. He is the second born in a family of three children. Brighton enjoys playing football with the dream of becoming a doctor when he grows up. Brighton lives with his mother and his younger sister, Anne, who is 4 years old in Nairobi. While working as a security guard in Rongai, the mother met a man who promised to marry her. She later became pregnant and gave birth to a baby girl, Brighton’s younger sister. Wanting to raise her children together, she brought Brighton to live with them. However, Brighton’s stepfather began mistreating him, frequently threatening and beating him without reason. As a result, the mother chose to leave the Abusive Relationship. Currently, the family comprising of the mother, Brighton, and his younger sister resides in a single-room iron-sheet house, which they pay a monthly rent of 22 Euros inclusive of electricity. They purchase water at approximately 6 Euros per month. The mother earns a living by washing other peoples clothes. The sleeping arrangement is dire; they do not have a bed and they all sleep on a very small mattress on the floor. The family is genuinely needy. I strongly believe if Brighton is supported, he will achieve his dream of been a Doctor.

Maxwell K.

Maxwell who is a 9-year-old boy and in Grade 3 is the second born child in his family living in abject poverty in Bangladesh slum in Nairobi County. The family of six which is Maxwell, his parents, his two siblings and his cousin, lives in a 2 room iron sheet house where they pay a monthly rent of 25 Euros. The water is free because it is from the County Government of Nairobi. The electricity they use is 4 Euros per month which is mostly paid by Maxwell’s mother. The mother working as a day care helper in a nearby Primary School is paid a monthly salary of 80 Euros. While the father who is a motorbike rider although he does not own a motorbike but he borrows from other people in the stage during their lunch break, makes an average of 3 Euros per day. The family has two beds, the parents sharing one bed with their youngest child while Maxwell, his brother and the cousin sleep on the other bed. The family is generally needy. A sponsorship opportunity for Maxwell would be a life-changing opportunity, ensuring Maxwell receives an education, proper meals, and an opportunity to build a brighter future for himself and his family.

Clyde W.

Clyde who is 7-years-old is in Grade 2 . He is the first born of a family of two children. Clyde’s mother is the sole provider of the family .This is because she left her husband a while back after he beat Clyde to the point he was hospitalized. After which she had to start from scratch and is currently selling boiled maize on the streets to provide for her children, earning around 75 Euros per month. The family of three lives in a single room iron sheet- house that costs them 16 Euros a month inclusive of electricity, and they buy water worth 3 Euros per month. The sleeping arrangement of the family is Clyde shares the same bed with his mother and his younger brother. As a result of the physical abuse from their father, and the poor financial state of his mother; Clyde was not able to go back to school immediately. He had to stop studying for a year as his mother was only earning enough money for their meals and their monthly rent. Eventually the mother was able to save up some money enough to cater for his admission fee at school but not enough to cater for his tuition. Clyde desires desperately to learn despite the challenges at home. He therefore makes a perfect candidate for financial support towards his Education.

Gloria N.

Gloria, who is 8 years old and in Grade 3, lives with her mother, younger brother, and cousin in a small iron-sheet house in Kibera. They pay an average of 35 euros for rent every month and 3 euros for electricity per month, while water costs 10 cents per 20 liters, using an average of 8 Euros every month. During the rainy season, their house floods with sewage water from a nearby drainage channel. Gloria’s mother, abandoned by her husband, struggles to provide for the family by washing clothes for other people for some small pay, earning barely enough for food, often resulting to the family missing meals. Gloria shares a bed with her mother and her brother, while their cousin, sleeps on a mattress on the floor. Their cousin was abandoned by his mother when she remarried, and the mother’s new husband rejected him has since been living with Gloria’s family. Despite her intelligence and determination, Gloria faces extreme hardship that threatens her well-being and education. The family struggles to afford necessities like food, rent, and water, often going without meals due to her mother’s unstable source of income. Support is crucial to help Gloria overcome these challenges and continue her education to make something of herself.

Ian N.

Ian is a bright 4-year-old boy in PP1 at Tumaini Learning Centre, he faces significant challenges following the tragic loss of his mother in early 2024. He now lives with his grandmother, father, and a younger brother, while his older siblings stay with their maternal uncle in another area in Nairobi. The family resides in a two-room iron-sheet house owned by his grandmother, who is the sole provider of the family, earning a meager income from just selling chicken heads and legs in the slum where they live in. Ian’s father who is unemployed and struggling to take care of his children, is also relying on his mother’s financial support. The household spends approximately 4 Euros on electricity, and while they have access to water. Despite Ian’s academic potential, financial instability threatens his education, as the family struggles to afford school-related expenses. Additionally, he faces emotional challenges due to his mother’s passing and difficult living conditions in his elderly grandmother’s home which makes Ian’s future uncertain. To ensure his well-being and continued education, support in the form of school sponsorship, food assistance, and emotional care is essential. Such aid would provide stability, helping him break free from the cycle of poverty and secure a brighter future for himself and his family.

Caleb K.

Caleb is a 4-year-old boy in PP1 at Okoka Primary School in Bangladesh Slum. He is the only surviving child of his parents after their first born passed away. He lives with his parents, aunt, and cousin in the Bangladesh Slum, where they endure abject poverty. The family of five resides in a two-room iron-sheet house, where they pay a monthly rent of 25 euros, and an additional 5 euros for electricity. His mother washes clothes for a living, earning very little, just enough to put food on the table. His father operates a tuk-tuk on a basic of hiring where he has to share the profit with the owner during the close of business. Caleb’s grandparents passed on in 2022 and 2020 respectively forcing the family to be responsible for his Aunty. The family is struggling financially and is in need of support, especially as they also have to cater for Caleb’s aunt, who is currently in Form Three at Nkaimurunya Secondary School. Caleb being a bright boy with a bright future if supported can help him attain his dream so that he can change the future of his family and the community at large.

Caren M.

Caren Mwikali a 8-year-old energetic girl who lives with her maternal uncle in Bangladesh Slum. She is in grade 2 in a School near where she lives. The mother is a drunkard and has never been in Caren’s life.  The grandmother who was responsible for Caren died two years ago.  This led to Caren being taken by the mother but due to her excessive drinking and constant fights with the boyfriend who is also a drunkard, Caren ran away from her mother’s home to her uncle’s to seek refuge since the fighting was affecting her. The uncle who is married with a child and also taking care of his younger sister, after his parents died struggles financially to take care of his family. The family of 5 lives in a two room iron sheet house paying a monthly rent of ksh 2500 per month with an additional ksh 500 for electricity. The money the uncle and his wife gets is used for paying school fees for his younger sister who is in high school, as well as paying for their son’s school fees. He also pays their household bills leaving Caren’s school fees in arrears since she is not their priority. Caren is neat and organized according to the teacher and the Aunty. She has a dream of becoming a Doctor.  For Caren, education represents hope—a chance to break free from the cycle of poverty. A sponsorship would be a life-changing opportunity, ensuring she receives an education, proper meals, and the opportunity to build a brighter future. With your support, Caren can rise above her circumstances and one day achieve her dreams, proving that hardship does not define one’s destiny.

Sheila M.

Sheila Mukulo, who is five year old, lives in Grogon A, Korogocho Slum, one of the most needy slums in Kenya. She lives with her parents and three siblings. Due to financial struggles, she has not joined school. Her father assists masons and transports luggage, earning an average of 80 Euros per month. Her mother who does irregular domestic work, earning 2 Euros per task uses most of her earnings to buy food for her family. The family often struggles to afford meals due to the high cost of living in the country. They live in a single-room iron-sheet house, paying an average of 15 Euros on rent and 2 Euros on electricity. They receive free tap water from the government which is brought twice every week. The sleeping arrangement of the family is that Sheila and her parents share a bed, while her siblings sleep on a couch. Sheila dreams of going to school and becoming a Doctor. However, her parents’ financial constraints have kept her from starting school. If sponsored Sheila could pursue her education and be able to help her family out of poverty.

Ryan M.

Ryan who is 7-years-old is in Grade 3 at a school in his residence. He is the last born in a family of six children and lives with his family in Bangladesh Slums in Nairobi, Kenya. The mother who is the sole provider of the family makes money through brewing illegal traditional alcohol, which she sells to the residents of Bangladesh. Ryan’s mother has been suffering from a dysfunctional vein which makes her have severe headaches. She stated that her husband is like an image on the wall since he does not have a job and does not support the family in any way. This is the reason why she has been selling illegal alcohol. Ryan’s mother is not able to provide for her family consistently since she is frequently being arrested by the police. She said that she is willing to stop the business if she could get another way to educate her children and support her family. The family which lives in a two room iron sheet house where one room is the living room area and the other room they have made it the bedroom. In the “bedroom”, there are two beds one for Ryan’s parents and the other one for Ryan. The other siblings are share a double-decker in the living room, two on the lower decker and two on the upper decker. The elder brother sleeps on the floor on a worn-out mattress. The mother pays a monthly rent of an average of 18 euros and spends an average of 4 euros on the electricity bill. They get free water from the county government of Nairobi and therefore do not pay anything. Ryan is a bright, eloquent and neat boy who likes to play soccer with his friends. If supported through his education he can make something of his life and be able to help his family out of poverty.

Halima A.

Halima A. is a young girl around 10 years old who lives in Kibera slums with her
guardian. Despite both of her parents being alive, and living in the city as well. Halima and her
siblings were abandoned by both their parents who decided to go their separate ways,
remarry and start new families with their current partners. As a result, Halima currently lives with
a guardian who used to be her mother’s neighbor in the Countryside. The guardian who is
married and has a family of her own took Halima in out of the kindness of her heart around two
years ago. The guardian’s husband who works as a boda boda rider carrying people/luggage
from one place to another for a small fee can hardly afford to take care of his own family.
The guardian expressed how challenging it has been to take care of Halima and their own
children with the small earnings from her husband, without any help from Halima’s parents
who are both alive and work in Nairobi. Halima is currently in Grade 2 in a nearby school where
she was referred to Real Stars by her teachers as a needy child, as she is sent home often due
to lack of school fees and school requirements like books. If given the opportunity to study Halima
can change her life and get her siblings out of poverty as well.

Ashley A.

Ashley A. is a bright and cheerful four-year-old girl currently attending playgroup at Okoka Primary School. She lives with her parents along Mayor Road, Area 16, in a single-room iron sheet house.  As the firstborn, Ashley is dearly loved by her parents, but the family faces significant financial struggles. Her father works as a casual laborer in construction, earning about 30 Euros per week when work is available. Her mother, a stay-at-home parent, occasionally gets small domestic jobs like washing clothes for neighbors, but these are sporadic and poorly paid. The family pays 2.5 Euros as a monthly rent and 1.5 Euros for electricity monthly. Water is bought at 10 cents per 20-liter jerrican, adding to their daily costs. The single room serves as their living area, kitchen, and bedroom, leading to the house being cramped and in an uncomfortable condition. Ashley shares a mat with her aunt, while her parents sleep on the only bed in the house. Despite these challenges, Ashley is joyful, inquisitive, and eager to learn. Her parents value education but struggle to provide School fees. With the right support, Ashley will be able to achieve her dream of becoming a pilot, which in turn will transform the life of her entire family.

Milan C.

Milan C. is a 6-year-old beautiful girl currently in PP2 at Okoka Primary School. She lives with her mother, her step father and her younger brother who is 2 years old. The family lives in Rongai Kajiado County. Milan loves singing and cooking. She can cook rice and tea at her age. The family resides in a single- room stone house which they pay 30 Euros per month. However, due to financial hardship, they have been unable to pay rent for the past six months, putting them at the risk of eviction. Milan’s step father struggles with alcohol addiction and earns a living by assisting masons at construction sites whenever work is available. His income is irregular and often insufficient to meet the family’s basic needs. There are also reports of domestic violence, with the father occasionally physically abuses Milan’s mother, creating an unsafe and emotionally unstable home environment. The family lacks basic furniture and household items. They do not have a bed. Milan’s parents and the lastborn child sleep on a thin mattress laid directly on the floor, while Milani sleeps on a pile of clothes on the same floor. These poor living and sleeping conditions are not only uncomfortable but also unhealthy, especially for young Milan and her brother. Despite these challenges, Milani shared with us her dream of being a Lawyer. She walks 4 kilometers everyday to School although she has uncleared school fee balance . With financial support to cover her School fees, Milan can finally pursue her life long dream. A sponsorship opportunity would not only change her life but it would uplift her entire family. This can help turn hope into reality for a determined young girl with so much potential.

Promise M.

Promise Mutungi is a bright five-year-old boy in PP1 at Okoka Primary School. He lives with his mother, younger brother, grandmother, and two cousins in Bangladesh slum, Nairobi, in a three-roomed house owned by the grandmother, which spares them rent. However, the house is overcrowded because Promise and his brother sleep on a couch in the living room, while his mother shares a bed with a niece’s child. The grandmother sells mandazi, and Promise’s mother hawks eggs in the streets but their combined income barely covers their basic needs. Promise’s father abandoned the family due to alcoholism, leaving all responsibilities to the mother. Despite these difficult conditions, Promise remains hopeful and eager to learn. Sponsoring Promise would brighten his future by providing him with stability for the educational support he needs to reach his full potential and break out of the cycle of poverty.

Fridah K.

Frida K. who is a 8-year-old girl in Grade 3 at Okoka Primary School lives with her parents and siblings in a small rental house in Bangladesh Slum, Nairobi. Her father, a casual laborer, earns about 30 Euros per week when jobs are available, but work is not consistent, leaving the family financially unstable. Frida’s mother recently gave birth and had to close her small kiosk, which had supplemented their income, placing the full burden on the father. The family pays an extra 2 Euros for electricity, and they buy water daily, making it difficult to meet the basic needs of the family like food, clothing, and school supplies. Frida shares a bed with her older brother in the cramped house, which affects their comfort, sleep, and privacy. Despite these hardships, Frida remains a hopeful and determined. She works hard in school but is at risk of falling behind due to the challenges she faces at home. A sponsorship opportunity would greatly improve her access to education, proper nutrition, and a stable environment empowering her to overcome poverty and build a brighter future for herself and her family.

Emmanuel C.

Emmanuel C. is a 5-year-old boy currently attending PP2 at Okoka Primary School. He loves playing football, dancing and reading. Emmanuel lives with his parents in Bangladesh slum, Nairobi County, in a one small iron sheet rental unit. The family pays 10 Euros as monthly rent and an additional 2 Euros for electricity. They access to free water helps slightly ease their financial burden. Emmanuel’s family faces significant social-economic challenges. His mother earns a small income through casual domestic work such as washing clothes and utensils for neighbors at a fee. However, her struggle with alcohol dependency compromises her ability to provide a stable and consistent care for Emmanuel. His father works occasionally as a matatu tout but is largely irresponsible and does not contribute meaningfully to the family’s well-being. As a result, Emmanuel’s home environment is volatile, with frequent conflicts between the parents. Neighbors are regularly forced to intervene to prevent domestic fights, which occur almost daily due to their alcohol dependency placing Emmanuel’s emotional and physical developmental well-being at risk. They have one bed where
the three of them all share. Despite these challenges, Emmanuel is a resilient child who is determined to change his life and his family’s. If supported Emmanuel demonstrates a need for educational support to help him thrive during his formative years and achieve long-term Academic Success.

Charles M.

Charles is an energetic and sociable eight-year-old-boy currently in Grade 3 at Ongata Rongai Primary School. Known for his lively spirit and love for football, Charles thrives in the company of his peers and is eager to learn. He lives with his parents, his older brother (who is in Form Two), and younger sister (who is in playgroup) in a modest single-room iron sheet house along Mayor Road. His father works as a caretaker, and his mother as a house help—each earning 60 Euros per month. Their combined income of 120 Euros, is what the parents use to take care of their family. This causes them to struggle to make ends meet. The reason being their monthly expenses include 25 Euros for rent and about 2 Euros for electricity, with the remaining amount stretched thin to cover food, water, school costs and other essentials. Despite financial hardships, Charles’ parents are deeply committed to their children’s education. They work tirelessly to provide a nurturing home, though limited space and resources make it challenging to support Charles’ academic needs—such as textbooks, proper uniforms, and a quiet place to study. Charles stands out for his discipline, curiosity, and consistent school attendance. These traits, coupled with his academic promise, highlight the potential he holds if given the right support. Providing Charles with educational assistance covering school supplies, meals, and uniforms not only empowers his personal growth but also eases the burden on his family. Your support can help transform Charles’ future and uplift his entire household. He is a determined child with the motivation to succeed

Esther N.

Esther who is a 15-year-old girl currently in Grade 7 at ongata Rongai primary school is the second-born in a family of two children. Her life took a difficult turn in 2017 when her father passed away, leaving the family vulnerable and eventually forcing them to vacate their home. Shortly after her father’s death, Esther’s mother developed a medical condition, later diagnosed as epilepsy. This added a strain that has created emotional and financial instability in the family. Currently, Esther and her elder brother, who is in Grade 8, live in a one-room iron-sheet house owned by their grandmother. The grandparent’s lives in a nearby house also belonging to them. The house has no electricity, so they rely on candles for light at night. Water is purchased at 10 cents per 20-liter jerrycan, and they typically use two jerrycans daily for bathing and washing clothes. The siblings eat at their grandmother’s house, although the relationship between Esther’s mother and grandmother is strained, leading to a divided family dynamic. Their mother lives separately, from the family and her children, the lack of harmony between her and the grandmother leaving the children emotionally unsupported. Despite these challenges, Esther is known for her remarkable compassion. She has a deep love for helping children with special needs so much so that some mistake her for being one of them. Her teachers describe her as kind, responsible, and dedicated, even though she struggles with school fees. Esther dreams of becoming a nurse, a dream born from her nurturing spirit and her experiences of caring for others. However, her circumstances pose as a serious risk to that dream. Esther’s story is one of resilience and silent strength. She needs support not just to stay in school, but to grow in a stable, nurturing environment that will allow her to pursue her passion and rise above her current hardships. Supporting Esther is an opportunity to empower a young girl with the heart of a caregiver and the spirit of a future nurse.

Victoria N.

Victoria who is a fifteen-year-old girl in Grade Three at Ongata Rongai Primary School, although she is older than most of her classmates, has a determination to learn which is unwavering. Her delayed academic progress reflects neglect and difficult life circumstances, not a lack of ability or interest. Victoria lives with her mother, stepfather, and two siblings in a single-room, iron-sheet house in the Kware Makaburini area. They pay €25 as monthly rent and an additional €2 for electricity. Water must be purchased at 10 cents per 20‑liter jerrycan a chore that often falls to Victoria. Her mother earns a modest €40 per month working at a small hotel in the Rongai, while her stepfather does occasional construction work as a mason with inconsistent pay. The family struggles to make ends meet. At home, Victoria and her brother share a couch to sleep, while her mother and stepfather share a single bed with their one‑year‑old child. During our home visit, it became clear that Victoria’s needs are often overlooked and that her mother shows little concern for her education. This neglect has left her in Grade Three at an age where many of her peers are already in secondary school. Despite these challenges, Victoria remains hopeful. She dreams of becoming a lawyer, driven by a strong sense of justice and a desire to rise above her circumstances.

Margret N.

Margret is a quiet and thoughtful 8-year-old girl currently enrolled in Grade 2 in Ongata Rongai Primary School. She lives with her father and two brothers in a modest iron sheet house, following the departure of their mother, who returned to the rural area after they had a quarrel with the father. Her mother and her father are both drunkards. The mother was previously working in a bar. The father assists in construction jobs when they are available where he gets 6 Euros per day although he does not get the job every day. Since the mother’s departure, the household has been left under the care of the father, who does not provide adequate support. His drinking problem and lack of consistent income has made life difficult for Margret and her siblings. Their situation highlights the importance of early intervention. She is a young girl dealing with the trauma of domestic instability and emotional neglect. Supporting her academically would offer her a safe and structured outlet for her to develop intellectually and emotionally. It would also create shelter from the negative effects of her home environment and allow her to focus on building her future. Margret is hopeful that the mother will come back for a balance parenting. Supporting Margret is not only a chance to help her realize her potential but also to break the cycle of poverty and trauma that often persists in such vulnerable households.

Trevor A.

Trevor is a bright, quiet twelve-year-old in Grade Six at Ongata Rongai Primary School and the youngest of nine siblings in a blended family, each parent brought four children into the home, and Trevor is their only child together. In December 2024, he lost his mother. Since then, his father who struggles with alcoholism has been his sole caregiver of the family. Neighbors reported the father often returns home drunk, leaving Trevor without meals. When we met Trevor, he was wearing a torn uniform and worn-out shoes which are visible signs of hardship. Despite this he was warm and engaging. His teachers described him as a very vulnerable child, and it was evident he lacks consistent parental care and basic necessities. What stood out was Trevor’s passion for learning. He spoke with genuine enthusiasm about science and his dreams of becoming a scientist. His eyes lit up as he described experiments, offering a rare glimpse of hope amid his challenges. Trevor’s greatest needs are food, a proper uniform, and school shoes. If given the right support, he has both the potential and determination to overcome his circumstances and pursue his dream.

Nehal A.

Nehal is a 10-year-old girl who loves dancing. She is the first born in a family of 3 children. She is in grade 4 in Ayany primary School. Nehal lives with her mother and her two younger brothers in a small one-room house that includes a basic toilet facility. They pay 50 Euros as monthly rent. Nehal’s mother is the sole breadwinner. She works as a cleaner for a family in Langata, a job she started four months ago, earning a monthly salary of 100 Euros. She chose their current house despite the relatively high rent because shared public toilets in Kibera are costly and inconvenient, especially with small children.  The father, who previously supported the family while working in a hotel in Parklands Nairobi, abandoned them, remarried and relocated to Kakamega town. Following these events, the mother moved with her then two children to live with her own mother in Waithaka a different slum in the city of Nairobi. It was there that she gave birth to her third child. Sadly, in January 2024, the grandmother passed away, leaving the young family with no choice but to relocate again, this time to Kibera. The family now pays  2.5 Euros  for water, which allows unlimited use, and electricity is included in the rent. This is a highly vulnerable family living in extremely modest conditions. Based on the visit, I strongly recommend supporting Neha. This is not only a chance to help her realize her potential but also to break the cycle of poverty and trauma that often persists in such vulnerable households.

Warren M.

Warren is a 14 year old boy currently in Form 1. He lives with his paternal grandmother in Mbuni village in the countryside. The parents separated in 2016.The mother left Warren behind with the grandmother soon after. The father who is a drunkard rarely comes home and therefore does not take care of his son. He is sometimes seen in Tala town drunk possibly suffering from depression as drinking is all he does. The grandmother is responsible for Warren since the parents separated is elderly and struggles to take care of the child. The grandfather who was fully supporting Warren when he had a welding business unfortunately passed on in 2019 leaving Warren and the grandmother behind. The family lives in a three bedroom house belonging to the grandparents. The grandmother depends on her other children for support, she also has a small farm where she does small scale farming and given her financial situation she also works in other people’s farm to support Warren. Warren is needy and if supported will be able to change his life and the life of the grandmother who is currently his great support.

Keegan A.

Keegan is a confident and charming 6-year-old boy currently in Grade 1 at Olympic Primary School. Despite his young age, Keegan already stands out because of his intelligence and determination. He dreams of one day becoming a doctor. Keegan’s early life has not been easy. He is the only child of a single mother who, after a failed marriage, left him in the care of his grandparents. Keegan now lives in a cramped two-room mud house with his grandparents, five aunts, two uncles, and two cousins. His grandfather, who works in construction, is the family’s sole breadwinner. The house rent of the family is 60 Euros and 5 Euros on electricity. The water is available in the plot they live in for sale at 10 cents per 20 liters jerrycan. Keegan’s grandmother informed us that they spent like 10 Euros per month on water. Space is limited, and the sleeping arrangement of the family are far from ideal. A double-decker bed in the sitting room accommodates Keegan, a cousin, and an uncle (in Grade 7) on the lower bunk, while two aunties (in Form 2 and Grade 3) sleep on the upper one. The grandparents share a bed with two of the younger grandchildren, an uncle in college sleeps on the couch.  Keegan’s aunt who is not married and has two children, sleeps on a mattress laid out on the floor in the same small space. Despite these challenging circumstances, Keegan remains hopeful and motivated. His dream of becoming a doctor reflects not only his intelligence but also his compassion and determination to rise above hardship. If support in his educational opportunities, Keegan has the potential to transform not only his own life but also the lives of those around him.

Gerald N.

Gerald who is 11-year-old Grade 5 pupil at ABC Katheka Primary School. He lives with his mother and two brothers after their father abandoned the family. The absence of a male provider has left the family in economic and emotional hardship. Gerald’s mother is the sole breadwinner, relying on small-scale farming. Her income is unstable due to poor harvests and unreliable rainfall, making it difficult to meet daily needs like food, school fees, and healthcare. Gerald’s elder brother, who is bright and in Form Three, is often sent home due to lack of school fees. The family lives in a modest house with limited space and no steady income. They often lack food, proper clothing, and school supplies. Gerald sometimes attends school hungry or misses class entirely. These conditions put his education at risk. Despite the challenges, Gerald’s mother remains hopeful and committed to her children’s education. Supporting Gerald academically would offer him the chance to succeed and help lift his family out of poverty.

Florence K.

Florence who is a 8-year-old Grade 4 pupil at ABC Katheka lives with her parents and three siblings in Kavumbu Village, Machakos County. Her father practices small-scale farming and takes on casual labor like digging and carrying loads, but his income is irregular and often insufficient. The family frequently survives on one meal a day, especially during droughts. Her mother is a stay-at-home parent with no stable income. The family lacks basic needs such as clothing, bedding, and school supplies. They live in a three-roomed brick house on ancestral land, but only two rooms are roofed with iron sheets. The third remains unroofed and unusable, and the house lacks proper windows and doors, leaving them exposed to weather and insecurity. Florence often misses school due to hunger, fees, or household responsibilities. Despite these hardships, she shows enthusiasm and potential when given the opportunity to learn. Supporting her education would offer her a chance to break the cycle of poverty and build a brighter future.

Zerah M.

Zerah is a bright and determined 9-year-old girl currently in Grade 3. Zerah lives with her parents and four siblings in the Katwekera area of Kibera. The family of seven resides in a small, one-roomed house made of iron sheets, for which they pay 10 Euros monthly in rent, an additional 3 Euros for electricity, and about Ksh 50 daily for water. Zerah is the fourth born among the five children. The living arrangements are tight — the two beds in the house are shared, with Zerah and two of her siblings sleeping on one, while the parents sleep on the other with the youngest child. Zerah’s father is the sole breadwinner of the family. He works as a casual labourer in gardens whenever such opportunities arise. Her mother, on the other hand, stays at home to take care of the youngest child. The family survives on minimal income, and meeting even the most basic needs is often a challenge. Despite these difficult living conditions, Zerah remains hopeful and hardworking. She is attentive in class and performs well academically. When asked about her dreams, Zerah confidently shared that she hopes to become a teacher in the future. It is clear that education means a great deal to her, and her ambition reflects her desire not only to better her own life but also to contribute to the community around her. Zerah’s situation highlights the urgent need for educational support to help her bridge the gap between her current circumstances and the promising future she envisions for herself.

Blessing M.

Blessing Mutheu is a 7-year-old girl living with her maternal grandmother in Katheka area Tala Machakos County. Her mother passed away due to complications shortly after giving birth to Blessing was only four days old at the time. Although her mother was married, the paternal family rejected her and refused to bury the mother. Blessing was taken in by her maternal grandmother, who has been her sole guardian since. The grandmother, who is elderly and unwell, supports the family through small-scale farming. Her other daughter has also left two children in her care, adding to her burden.They live in a modest two-bedroom brick house and use solar lighting. Water is fetched from a nearby river, and during dry seasons, they walk about 2 kilometres to access a borehole. The grandmother mentioned that Blessing is often sent home from school due to unpaid school fees. Based on our assessment, the family is in genuine need of support. If support Blessing can achieve her dream of becoming a teacher.

Emmanuel O.

Emmanuel Odhiambo is a 6-year-old boy currently living with his ailing grandmother. His biological mother, who was from Uganda, left when he was very young and has never returned. Emmanuel’s father later remarried, but the stepmother refused to let him live with her. As a result, Emmanuel remained under the care of his grandmother, alongside two of his cousins. The family lives in a small, one-room permanent house for which they pay a monthly rent of 35 Euros. The electricity in the home is illegally connected by Emmanuel’s father. To provide for the household, the grandmother sells roasted maize by the roadside, doing her best to feed the three grandchildren in her care. Emmanuel’s aunt, whose two children live with them, occasionally helps with their basic needs. All four family members share a single mattress laid out on the floor at night. Despite the hardship, Emmanuel remains determined to achieve his dream of becoming a pilot. His grandmother, who deeply loves and believes in him, is a source of strength and encouragement that keeps Emmanuel focused on his goals. With the right support, Emmanuel’s resilience and potential can transform not only his future but also uplift his entire family because, despite facing poverty and family challenges, he remains determined to achieve his dream of becoming a pilot.

Lenny R.

Lenny who is 10 years old and in Grade 4 at Olympic Primary School, lives with his parents and two siblings in a single-room house in Katwekera, one of Kibera’s most densely populated areas. The family pays rent inclusive of electricity at approximately 53 Euros monthly for this cramped space. The house serving as their living and sleeping area. Lenny’s father works as a mechanic, but jobs are irregular and poorly paid. His mother occasionally finds casual work, like washing clothes for other people at a small fee, but the income is not enough to meet the family’s basic needs. Lenny and his sister share a thin mattress on the dusty floor of their house, while the youngest child shares the single bed with the parents due to lack of space. Their living conditions are harsh marked by overcrowding, lack of furniture, poor ventilation, and minimal privacy. Despite these hardships, Lenny is an eager learner with a passion for Engineering and a curious mind. If given educational support, Lenny has the potential to realize his dream of becoming an Engineer and help lift his family out of poverty.

Britney T.

Britney is a 10-year-old girl in Grade 4 in a school in Kibera. She is the third child of the four children in her family and lives with her parents and siblings in a single-room mud house in Kibera. The overcrowded home offers little comfort or privacy for the family members. The family pays 20 Euros for rent and 2 Euros for electricity monthly, and buys water at 10 cents per 20-liter jerrycan. Britney’s father who is the sole provider of the family works at construction sites at a daily wage of approximately 6 Euros when jobs are available, while her mother does laundry for neighbors at a small fee. Their income is unstable and often insufficient to cater for the needs of their family of six. The sleeping arrangement of the family is cramped: Britney sleeping in a baby cot, while her two siblings sleep on a mattress on the floor, and the parents share a bed with the youngest child. Despite these challenges, Britney is a bright, confident, and responsible girl. She is already a class representative at her age and enjoys singing and dancing. If supported academically, she can reach her full potential and contribute to lifting her family out of poverty.

Jeremiah M.

Jeremiah is a quiet yet determined 14-year-old boy with a powerful dream. A Grade 8 student at Katheka Primary School, Jeremiah works diligently in class, driven by a deep desire to rise above his circumstances and help others do the same. As the firstborn in a family of two children, Jeremiah carries responsibilities far beyond his years. His younger sister, Nyaboke, looks up to him for strength and support. Their mother, once married in Kisii County, was forced to flee with her children when the family was chased from their home, with nowhere to turn and no maternal home to return to, Jeremiah and Nyaboke found refuge in the home of their aunt. The aunt who now provides for the family by washing clothes for other people at a fee, stretching her limited income to care for her own children, an orphaned relative, and now, Jeremiah and his sister. The family of six lives in a humble three-bedroom brick house. Jeremiah’s mother who travelled to Mombasa in search of work but has not been heard from since has left a void both emotionally and financially in her children’s lives although Jeremiah’s aunt has tried valiantly to fill it with no success. In the face of these challenges, Jeremiah remains hopeful. He is passionate about his education and dreams of one day standing in front of a classroom not as a student, but as a teacher. He wants to uplift others just as he hopes someone will one day uplift him. Jeremiah’s story is one of quiet resilience and unwavering hope. With the right support, he has the potential to change his life and the lives of many others.

Victor M.

Victor who is 8 years old enrolled at Katheka ABC in the rural areas of Ukambani in Kenya. He lives with his mentally challenged father and aging grandmother in the village. His mother abandoned the family years ago, leaving Victor and his father under the care of his aging grandmother. The grandmother now cares for both Victor and his father, despite her age and health challenges. Victor and his father live in a modest two-roomed mud house, while the grandmother stays in a nearby iron-sheet structure. The home has no electricity, and they cook with firewood. Water is fetched from a nearby stream, despite it being unsafe for drinking. The family survives on casual work whenever the grandmother finds work in nearby farms, she does work like weeding or washing clothes, earning an average of 1 to 2 Euros a day. Her limited ability to work consistently makes it hard to provide basic needs like food, clothes, healthcare, and school supplies for Victor and the father. Victor often goes to school hungry and carries emotional stress from his situation. Despite this, he shows academic promise and remains hopeful. Supporting Victor in his education can help break the cycle of poverty and offer him a brighter future.

Lucy T.

Lucy Tyra is a 9-year-old girl living in Kibera. Lucy is currently in Grade 2 at Olympic Primary School and is part of a large family of ten. The family resides in a single-room house, which they pay 30 Euros per month for rent. Despite the cramped conditions, they have managed to create a space that accommodates their basic needs. Their monthly utility costs include an average of 3 Euros for electricity and around 12 Euros for water. Lucy’s father is the primary breadwinner of the family, taking on informal masonry jobs that are not regular to earn an income. Her mother contributes by braiding hair for clients, often working remotely by visiting homes, although her income is irregular and limited. Despite these hardships, Lucy remains hopeful and dedicated to her education. The resilience shown by her parents in trying to provide for such a large family under difficult circumstances is commendable, but the family clearly needs support to improve their living conditions and to help Lucy and her siblings pursue a better future. With your support, Lucy can have a stable learning environment and continue her education with the hope of building a brighter future for herself and her family.

Benard W.

Benard is a 16-year-old student in Grade 9 at ABC Katheka Primary School. He lives with his parents and two younger siblings in a small, semi-permanent house in a rural area. The family struggles with deep poverty that affects nearly every aspect of their daily lives. Benard’s father does casual labor when opportunities arise, often relying on unpredictable jobs like carrying loads or tilling the farms of their neighbors. He also practices small-scale farming on his own farm, but the yield is barely enough to feed the family. Unfortunately, his long-term struggle with alcoholism has further strained the family’s stability and well-being, often resulting to the mismanagement of the little income he earns. Benard’s mother is a housewife who occasionally finds seasonal work harvesting coffee, which earns her a very small wage. These jobs are irregular, and the money is barely sufficient to meet even the most basic needs of their family. The family frequently goes without the basic needs of a family. On some days, they are forced to skip meals. Water is fetched from a nearby stream, which is not always safe for drinking. Benard is a bright and determined young man with a clear vision for his future. His dream is to excel in school and one day support his family by becoming a professional who can lift them out of poverty. Benard’s resilience, discipline, and hope for a better life stands out, and with the right support, he has the potential to rise above his circumstances and transform his family’s story.

Sheila A.

Sheila is a 8-year-old girl at Bella Primary School in Grade 3. She lives with her parents and six siblings in Kibera. The family of nine people resides in a tiny, one-room mud house. The space is overcrowded, and the living conditions are dire. Sheila is the fourth born in her family. The household is sustained almost entirely by the efforts of her mother, who makes and sells mud charcoal balls a low-income and physically demanding form of livelihood. The father, unfortunately, struggles with alcoholism and contributes very little, if anything, to the family’s upkeep. Despite these challenging circumstances, Sheila is a bright and passionate young girl. She has a strong interest in medicine and dreams of becoming a doctor one day. Her interest in the medical field are sincere and inspiring, especially given the hardships she experiences daily. However, her aspirations can only be realized if she receives the necessary financial and educational support. Sheila’s case is a clear example of a young mind with great potential being held back by circumstances beyond her control. Supporting Sheila will get her in the first steps towards her dream of becoming a doctor and breaking the cycle of poverty in her family.

Peter M.

Peter is a Grade 5 pupil at ABC Katheka Primary School. He lives with his mother, grandmother, and two younger siblings in a small, two-room brick house. His grandmother has a separate house nearby. The family faces severe economical challenges and lives in a vulnerable state. Peter’s father who lives in Nairobi, where he engages in illegal chang’aa brewing (an unstable and risky source of income) can barely afford to take care of his family. The father also is at risk of being arrested for making the illegal alcohol. His mother who is a housewife takes on occasional casual labor, but the income is inconsistent and very low. The responsibility of caring for the children largely falls on the mother and Peter’s grandmother. The family often struggles to afford food, clothing, and school supplies. Their small home is overcrowded and lacks privacy. Peter’s learning environment is not ideal, and he lacks essential school materials. They also cannot afford regular healthcare or nutritious meals, increasing their risk of illness. Despite these hardships, Peter remains committed to school. Educational support would help him stay in school and offer hope for a better future for his entire family.

Rackel A.

Rackel , a Grade 7 student at Olympic Primary School, lives with her parents, four siblings, and sometimes a cousin. Her mother is an ECD teacher, while her father, who is a trained accountant, lost his job during the COVID-19 pandemic bac in 2020 and now relies on casual work to sustain his family. The family of eight lives in a single-room mud house, paying 35 Euros monthly rent and 4 Euros for electricity. Water costs 10 cents per 20-liter jerrycan, and they pay 10 Euros for toilet use and 20 cents for a bathroom use. Rackel’s eldest sibling is awaiting university admission despite the family’s economical situation and her other two siblings are in Form Two. The small space of the family home forces a cramped sleeping arrangements: Rackel shares a borrowed bed with her sister, who works night shifts while her brothers sleep on a mattress on the floor, and their cousin on a couch in the same room. The parents share a bed with one of the children. Despite these challenges, Rackel remains focused and determined in her education. Supporting her academically would ease her burden, offer stability, and give her the opportunity to thrive and achieve her full potential.

Jayden B.

Jayden is a 9-year-old boy living with his family in the informal settlement of Soweto, Kibera slum. He is currently in Grade 2 at Olympic Primary School. Despite the challenges he faces daily, Jayden is a bright and determined student who dreams of being a pilot. Jayden is the fourth-born in a family of six children. Together with their parents, the family of seven lives in a cramped one-room house where they pay a monthly rent of 25 Euros for this space. The family also spends an additional average of 3 Euros on electricity and about 15 Euros on water every month, expenses that strain their already limited resources. The burden of providing for the family rests solely on Jayden’s parents. Their inconsistent income barely covers the family’s basic needs, let alone the children’s educational expenses. Jayden’s situation is a reflection of many children in similar environments, full of potential despite these challenging circumstances. Jayden remains hopeful and motivated dreaming of becoming a pilot one day. His dream reflects not only his intelligence but also his resilience and determination to rise above hardship. With educational support, Jayden has the potential to transform not only his own life but also the lives of those around him.

Perpetual S.

Perpetual S. is a 8-year-old girl living in the slums of Kibera with her family. She is currently in Grade 2 at a nearby school where the teachers referred her to Real Stars as a needy child. Perpetual comes from a family of five made up of her mother, an older sister and two younger brothers. Her father passed on in January 2021 from a motorbike accident, leaving her mother as the sole provider of the family. The death of her father really affected the mental health of Perpetual’s mother leading to her being put on antidepressants, to help her cope with the sudden death of her husband. The mother who washes clothes for other people upon request makes an average of 15 Euros per week which is not guaranteed, because she sometimes does not get people who need her services. If she does the mother makes in a month the total amount of the money, she needs for the house rent which is around 60 Euros. This leaves her with no money to buy food for her children or cater for the other basic needs. Due to her mother’s unstable mental health that affects her on some days, Perpetual is sometimes sent home for either not having school requirements or even worse not paying school fees. If assisted with school fees Perpetual can go to school, make something of her life and  help her family.

Diden B.

Diden is a 9-year-old boy who is in Grade 2 at a nearby school in Kibera. He was suggested to Real Stars his teachers as a needy child. Diden lives with his mother, one sibling, the mother’s three brothers and one of the brother’s children in the slums of Kibera. The family of seven lives in an unfinished two room house where they do not pay rent, because the house belonged to Diden’s grandparents who are now both deceased. Their children (Diden’s mother and her brothers) therefore decided to all move into together in their parents house since they don’t have to pay rent. Diden’s mother who is currently pregnant was abandoned by Diden’s father leaving her with their two sons. This resulting to Diden’s mother becoming the sole provider of her family doing any odd jobs she comes by to sustain her family. Since she has no steady source of income, and all her brothers are unemployed. Diden’s mother washes clothes for other people at a fee. She uses all her earnings to not only buy food for her children, but also feed her three brothers including one of her brother’s children. This leaves the mother with little money, not enough to even take one of her children through school comfortably. If given the opportunity to go to school Diden can make something of his life and help his family out of poverty.

Angel K.

Angel is a 9-year-old girl living in Kavumbu Village in the countryside with her mother and younger sister. She is currently in Grade 4 at A.B.C Katheka School. Angel is the firstborn in a family of two children. Her younger sister is 3 years old. The family lives in a modest two-bedroom brick house. Angel shares a bed with her sister in one room, while the parents share a bed in the other room. They rely on a kerosene lamp for lighting and fetch water from a community-established well nearby. Angel’s father operates a small business selling boiled eggs in (Tala)Town a nearby small commercial town, earning a profit of around 2 Euros. Unfortunately, this income is not sufficient to meet the family’s basic needs or to support Angel’s education consistently. Her mother practices small-scale farming, but due to the poor and unreliable rainfall, she has been unable to harvest any crops in the recent years. To supplement the family income, she takes on casual Labor jobs within the village, such as tending livestock for other families for a small fee. Given these circumstances, Angel and her family struggle to make ends meet. If given the opportunity Angel can go to school, get an education and make something of her life.

Stephen N.

Stephen Nzomo who is 8 years old is currently in Grade 1 at A.B.C Katheka Primary School. He is the eldest of two children in his family. Stephen’s family faces significant economic challenges. His father, who has not received formal education, working in people’s fields and engaging in small-scale farming to support his family. His mother earns a living by washing clothes for other families for a small fee. Yet despite these efforts, the family’s income remains very limited. The family of four lives in a modest two-bedroom brick house, which they are fortunate enough to occupy without paying rent because it is their’s. However, they rely on solar lighting provided by a company called Sun king, which requires a daily payment of around 40 cents per day. If payment is not made, the lights are disconnected automatically. Water for the household is sourced from a community project well, of which they are active members. Stephen is a cheerful and active child who enjoys playing football and regularly attends church. Stephen is bright and expresses a strong desire to becoming someone great in future. If supported Stephen would greatly enhance his high chances of realizing this dreams and helping his family as well as the community at large.

Nashon M.

Nashon who is 17 year old and in Grade 8 at Kithayoni Primary School in the countryside of Ukambani lives with his elderly parents in a small, two-roomed semi-permanent brick house in Kavumbu village, Machakos County. The house is in poor condition and lacks basic furnishings. Nashon is the youngest in his family, with all older siblings having dropped out of school due to poverty. His aged parents rely on small-scale, rain-fed farming of maize and beans to sustain themselves and their family, but the drought-prone region yields little, leaving the family without food. During the dry seasons the family goes for days without meals. Having no stable income, livestock, or assets, the family struggles to meet basic needs like food, school supplies, and clothing. Medical care, clean water, and sanitation are also inaccessible. Despite these challenges, Nashon remains determined to complete his primary education and hopefully joining secondary school. He hopes of one day supporting his family and help break the cycle of poverty in their home. His resilience and commitment to education are a source of inspiration amid hardship. If supported Nashon can get an education and help his family out of poverty.

Joseph M.

Joseph who is 12 years old and in Grade 5 at Olympic Primary School lives with his parents and four siblings in Katwekera, Kibera. The family rents a two-roomed house for 60 Euros per month and spends an additional 2 Euros on electricity. Water is fetched from a nearby source, costing around 50 cents per day. Joseph’s father is an alcoholic and casual laborer with irregular work as a mason’s assistant, he is paid around 6 Euros per day. His mother brews and sells chang’aa (illegal Alcohol) to support the family, a risky yet necessary survival strategy. To keep up with rent, she contributes 1 Euro daily to a local merry-go-round savings group. All five boys sleep in a double-decker bed within the kitchen area, while the parents sleep on a bed in the second room, which doubles as a living room. The household is overcrowded and exposed to many social and health challenges. Despite the difficult environment, Joseph is committed to his education and remains hopeful to make something of his life. If supported Joseph would thrive academically and pursue a brighter future.

Nicholas M.

Nicholas is a 12-year-old boy in Grade 4 at Kiingingo Primary School. He lives in Kietambeba Village, Tulanduli Sublocation, Kamuwuongo Sub-county, Kitui County, with his parents and five siblings. His family of seven survives on casual labor where his father occasionally burns charcoal and does small-scale farming, which is unreliable due to frequent droughts. They live in a modest two-room mud house and use solar lighting, as their only source of electricity. The family cultivates a 1½-acre inherited plot, but poor rainfall yields little food or income. Access to clean water is a major challenge as they fetch water from a river 4 km away, a daily task that takes time and risks their health. Food insecurity is common in their area of residence. Nicholas and his siblings often attend school hungry, affecting their concentration and academic progress. The family also struggles to afford school supplies, clothing, and healthcare. Despite the hardships, Nicholas is a disciplined and determined learner who dreams of becoming a doctor. Supporting his education would empower him to rise above poverty and inspire hope not only for his family but also for his wider community.

Timothy K.

Timothy is a 8-year-old boy from Kitambembe Village in Kitui County, Kenya. Timothy is the fifth born in a family of seven children. Timothy attends Kigingo Primary School and is currently in Grade 2. He is a disciplined and focused learner who enjoys school and participates actively in class. His parents, Joseph Kilonzo and Dorcas Mwiyathi, are small-scale farmers and depend on their farm produce for food. The family lives in modest conditions where Timothy shares a small, worn-out mattress on the floor with his brother, his youngest sister shares the same room with his parents on a self-made bed made out of tree branches while the other 4 siblings share a mattress in a separate mud room.Timothy and his siblings are in good health, though the family’s living conditions make it difficult to maintain proper nutrition and hygiene consistently.Timothy dreams of becoming a Pastor. He is inspired by the local church and shows a deep interest in spiritual leadership. He hopes to one day serve others through faith and compassion. If Timothy gets a sponsor he can have a great shot to serve God in a mighty way and help his family and community out of poverty.

Faith M.

Faith is a 7-year-old girl in Grade One at Kakunike Primary School. She lives with her parents and five siblings in Kivusyani village, Kamuwuongo Sub-county, Kitui County. The family stays in a three-room brick house on their inherited land, but their living conditions remain difficult. Her father is a casual laborer earning about 60 euros per month, while her mother practices small-scale farming that depends on unreliable rainfall. This unstable income makes it hard for the parents to meet the family’s basic needs, often resulting to scarcity of food. Faith sleeps on a bed without a mattress, using clothes for bedding, which is uncomfortable especially during cold nights. The family lacks access to clean water, relying on river water fetched from a distance. They also have no electricity and depend on solar lighting for electricity . Despite these challenges, Faith is a bright, cheerful, and determined girl who shows great potential in her studies. Supporting Faith in her education would ease her parents’ financial burden and help her remain in school which would enable Faith to break out of the cycle of poverty and uplift her entire family.

Felix M.

Felix is a 8-year-old boy in Grade 3 at Kakunike Primary School. He lives in Kakunike Village, Kamuw’ongo Sub-county, Kitui County, with his elderly grandmother and two younger siblings. Felix’s mother works as a house help in Garissa, earning about 70 euros per month, and cannot live with her children due to work demands. Felix takes on the responsibility of helping care for his siblings when their grandmother, a small-scale farmer, is away. She also does casual labor to supplement the little she gets from farming. Occasionally, the family receives support from her son who works in Nairobi. They live in a modest two-room brick house and sleep on the bare floor without bedding. The household lacks a kitchen and they cook outside. Water is fetched from a river 4 kilometers away, and they rely on solar lighting for electricity. Food is a constant challenge, and the family sometimes skips meals. Despite these hardships, Felix is a bright, courageous boy who dreams of becoming a doctor. Supporting his education can help him stay in school, pursue his dream, and offer hope for a better future for his family.

Daniel M.

Daniel is a 8-year-old boy in Grade 2 at Kiingingo Primary School. He is a bright, determined student with a strong commitment to education, hoping to transform his family’s life and break the cycle of poverty. Daniel lives with his parents and three siblings in Kieta Mbembe Village, Tulanduli Sublocation, Kamuwuongo Sub-county, Kitui County. His parents work as casual laborers, mainly farming or tending to livestock, and sometimes farm small plots of land. Their combined income averages about 70 euros per month, which is insufficient for the family’s basic needs. The family lives in a modest two-room house. Daniel and his siblings sleep on the floor due to lack of bedding, while the parents use the second room. They face significant challenges, including food insecurity and lack of clean water. Water is fetched from a nearby dam, which is unsafe for drinking, and there’s no electricity—only solar lighting is used at night. Often, the children go to school hungry, affecting their learning. Despite these hardships, Daniel remains focused. He dreams of becoming an engineer. Supporting his education can unlock a brighter future for him and uplift his entire family.

Dorcas K.

Dorcas is a 7-year-old cheerful and bright young girl. She is the fifth child of seven children in a family that struggles with poverty. Her parents are hardworking and responsible, relying on Casual Labor to provide for their family. They mostly till other people’s land for small payments, while Dorcas’ father occasionally takes on fencing jobs, especially during the dry season, to cover food and school fees. The family of ten lives in a small two-roomed brick house. Their elderly, disabled grandmother has a separate small room. Inside the main house, space is limited: one bed is shared by the parents and their two youngest children, while Dorcas and her sisters share another. The two older boys sleep at a nearby uncle’s home due to lack of space. A major challenge is accessing clean water, which they fetch from five kilometres away at a cost of Ksh. 5 per 20-litre jerrycan. They spend around Ksh. 40 daily roughly 12 Euros a month. Despite the hardship, the family is united and resilient. Sponsoring Dorcas would greatly impact her future and uplift her entire family.

Alex N.

Alex is a sweet and cheerful 7-year-old boy living in the quiet village of Kiita Mbembe in Tulanduli, Kitui. He is currently in PP2 at Kingingo Primary School and lives with his mother and younger brother. Despite their strong family bond, they face ongoing financial hardship. Alex’s mother is a hardworking woman employed in the same homestead where they live. She works as a house help, herds lady, and caregiver for her employer’s elderly mother, earning only 60 Euros per month. With this modest income, she struggles to meet her children’s basic needs, especially food and education. Originally from Tseikuru, over 300 kilometres away, she moved in search of work to give her children a better life. The family lives in a single small room provided by her employer, sharing the space for sleeping and daily living. She also fetches water from a nearby dam, adding to her heavy workload. Though she is devoted to her children, affording education remains out of reach. Sponsoring Alex would provide vital support giving him access to schooling, consistent meals, and a brighter future while also uplifting a family striving to overcome immense challenges.

Geoffrey M.

Geoffrey is a 14-year-old boy who stands out for his resilience and hope. He is a Grade 6 pupil at Mwania Primary School, Geoffrey is the youngest of nine children in a family facing extreme hardship. His father, who is hearing problem, earns just 50 Euros a month as a herdsman, barely enough to support his family. His mother, uneducated herself, does not value school, and all of Geoffrey’s older siblings dropped out of school in Grade 8 due to lack of school fees and parental support. The family lives in a cramped two-room mud house without beds, all the family members sleeping on a thin, worn-out mattress on the floor. They lack electricity and rely on a torch for light. Water is fetched from a source 5 kilometers away using borrowed donkeys, often taking an entire day. Food is scarce, especially when farming is not possible due to lack of rains in the area. Despite these challenges, Geoffrey dreams of becoming a teacher, his father’s hope for a better future. However, without external support, he may be forced to abandon his education like his siblings. Sponsoring Geoffrey could change his life and uplift a family long burdened by poverty, offering hope to their entire community.

Rachel M.

Rachel M. is a 10-year-old girl in Grade 5. She performs at an average academic level and is the fifth born in a humble, hardworking family. Her father is a local pastor earning 4 Euros per month, and her mother is a peasant farmer whose seasonal harvest occasionally earns around 14 Euros per month, which is primarily used for food and supporting their children’s education. The family lives in a brick house, using solar lighting and firewood for cooking, and sourcing water from a nearby river. Currently, three of Rachel’s siblings are in secondary school and one is in college, placing a heavy financial burden on the family. Rachel sleeps on a mattress on the floor in a shared room with her older sisters. Despite these financial hardships, her parents are committed to their children’s education and have high hopes for Rachel’s future. They dream of finding a sponsor to support her ambition of becoming a Pilot.