1 in 3 children in Western Kenya cannot read a single word

but, you can help change this

As we head towards the end of the financial year, your gift can help children learn, read and thrive. 

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Impact News

Rose works as the Project Lead for the Schools Development Programme for Pursue across Kakamega County. She provides an update on impact of the project for the communities it works to support.
Jun 2026
Programs and Impact
An update from the field. Karanja share's his insights during a visit with Maraba Shiners Academy who particiate in Pursue's Schools Development Programme in rural Western Kenya.
Jun 2026
Programs and Impact
Eilene arrived in Nairobi in 2021. She found herself connected with the Ruben Centre, and through their programs, Eilene gained access to financial literacy seminars and participated in a cash-for-work program.
Jun 2026
Programs and Impact
Impact at a glance
6x
Countries with partnered projects
49,693
People directly impacted
25,976
Women and children were supported through partner projects
$3,768,609
Disbursed to programs globally
1,428
people living with disability were directly supported
630
people employed in paid and volunteer work

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1 in 3 children in Western Kenya cannot read a single word.

As we head towards the end of the financial year, your gift can help children learn, read and thrive. 

In rural western Kenya, classrooms are overcrowded, teachers are untrained and under-supported, and children are leaving school unable to read, leaving them disadvantaged for life. 

But, with your help, this can change. 

 

With improved teacher training, better literacy support and safer classrooms, children can gain the foundational skills they need to succeed at school and beyond. 

Your support this tax time will help train teachers, strengthen schools and help thousands of children learn to read with confidence.