who we are
About Us
Founded in October 2006, Foundation of Hope – Kibera is a legally registered community-based organization dedicated to empowering children and youth in Kibera through education, talent development, and social support. We provide safe spaces, mentorship, and sustainable programs that address critical social issues and foster community transformation.
Our mission
To empower children and youth in Kibera to overcome generational poverty through education, arts, cultural programs, and sustainable community initiatives.
Our vision
A future where every child in Kibera has the opportunity to reach their full potential, live with dignity, and inspire positive change within their community.
Our story
Founded to address the unique challenges faced by children in Kibera, Foundation of Hope started with a vision of creating safe spaces and opportunities for growth. Today, we rescue girls from gender-based violence, provide education and life skills, and sustain operations through innovative programs like cultural dance and community cleanup initiatives.
Our Story
Foundation of Hope – Kibera began as an initiative to unite young people in Kibera, one of Nairobi’s largest informal settlements, through their talents. From sports to theatre and environmental conservation, our programs have grown to address pressing issues such as education, gender-based violence, and community health. Over the years, we’ve empowered over 375 children and youth, creating pathways for brighter futures.
Our Core Values
- Integrity
Honesty, Transparency and being accountable for the effectiveness of our actions and often in our judgment and communication with others.
- Collaboration
Partnering with community members and organizations working in empowering and transformation of the community.
- Fairness, Equity and Justice.
Ensuring that regardless of sex, age, race, color, class, or religion, everyone has equal opportunity to participate, express their opinions and utilize their potentials for the well-being of the community.
- Humility
Recognizing that we are part of a big alliance against poverty and other social concerns affecting communities, therefore requiring modest presentation and behavior.
- Courage and Conviction
Being creative and radical without fear of failure in pursuit of the highest possible impact in the efforts to combat poverty and other community concerns.
- Mutual Respect
Recognizing the innate dignity and worth of all people and the value of diversity.
- Commitment and Time Management
Ensuring that our services are conveniently and efficiently offered and therefore reliable to the beneficiary in the right time.
What we Do
Our primary causes
- Prevention and Response to Gender-Based Violence
Our girls’ shelter is a safe haven for survivors of gender-based violence, offering care, education, and opportunities to rebuild their lives with dignity and independence.
- Education Support
We provide partial funding to help children in Kibera access education, unlocking opportunities for a brighter and more empowered future.
- Home-Based and Social Support Programs
Through home visits, hospital outreach, and community-based care, we offer practical and emotional support to vulnerable individuals and families.
- Emergency Response & Disaster Relief
We provide disaster response kits to assist families affected by fire, flooding, and other emergencies in Kibera. Our rapid response efforts ensure that affected individuals receive immediate shelter, food, and essential supplies. We also collaborate with emergency response teams to develop strategies for disaster preparedness, helping communities mitigate risks and recover effectively.
- Theatre and Drama Arts
By using performance, poetry, narratives, and plays, we engage youth in addressing critical social themes such as gender equality, health, and resilience.
- Sports for Social Change
Through football, volleyball, and netball, we unite youth and foster social awareness, using sports as a platform for thematic communication and community building.
- Environmental Conservation
Engaging young people in activities like rubbish collection, drainage clearing, and tree planting, we contribute to creating a cleaner, healthier Kibera.
- Mental Health Awareness & Well-being
Mental health is a crucial component of our work. We offer play therapy, behavior change education, and counseling to children and youth dealing with trauma and social challenges. We also provide team-building activities that strengthen social bonds and promote resilience. Through our mental health awareness campaigns, we work to break the stigma surrounding psychological well-being, ensuring that young people and families in Kibera have access to support and resources.
Our projects in pictures
Dance performances
Fine Arts and Painting
Care for Environment
