Can you believe KGSA just finished its second term? Because of your support, a lot has taken shape here at the Kibera Girls Soccer Academy since January, including what’s mentioned in the subject line: serving over 100,000 school meals to our community! You helped Senior Sylvia, who is excelling in mathematics and recently ranked 4th out …
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You help girls dream bigger. This woman shows them how. Kenyan Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon nearly broke the 4-minute mile, a barrier no woman has ever crossed. Although she came close to achieving this physical feat, it’s her words off the track that truly shine: “I want to show the world, and especially women, that …
You care about girls’ education, and that means you care about all the pieces that help a girl thrive, not just test scores.That’s why this recent article written by KGSA alumna Rachael caught our attention:University Life and Mental Health: Are Peer‑Led Clubs the Missing Piece? It’s a thoughtful look at the growing mental health challenges …
You won’t forget this story—and we hope you never will. We recently came across a devastating article from Kenya that we want to share with you. It’s difficult to read, but it speaks to the urgency of our work and the importance of your ongoing support: LSK demands action after killing of teen who refused …
You asked, and we listened. As the summer unfolds, things slow down a bit here at the Foundation office so our staff and board can take a little well-deserved R&R. But our commitment to keeping you informed, inspired, and connected to KGSA remains strong. In our recent supporter survey, many of you said you’d love …
Happy almost 4th of July,Before you pack up the car, fire up the grill, or jump in a lake this holiday weekend, I wanted to let you know how grateful I am for you. You may not have realized it at the time, but your support over the past five years helped the KGSA girls do …
Did you know that 30% of KGSA’s staff and students are Muslim? They’ve been celebrating Ramadan this past month at KGSA. Ramadan is observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community. It comes to an end with Eid-al-Fitr this weekend when the new moon is observed, likely this Sunday night. …
Good morning from Kenya! Ever wonder what a “typical” day looks like when I’m visiting KGSA? Here’s a peek into one of mine:6:32am Wake with the sun and catch up on emails from the USA, where yesterday is coming to a close. 9:15am Commute to KGSA, which can take up to an hour depending on traffic. 10:12am …
Good morning from Zanzibar! It’s such an honor to be here with Director Claris and six KGSA students. Thanks to our new Board Member Germaine Jackson and partnership with Pacific Ridge School (PRS) in Carlsbad, California, we are participating in a service-learning trip with 14 of their students. It’s been a great cross-cultural experience. Many of …
As we kick off the unofficial start of summer, KGSA is kicking off a new project! KGSA’s 120 boarding students consume A LOT of water for drinking, bathing, cooking, washing clothes, and using the bathroom. Currently, KGSA pays a private tanker $1,376 EVERY single week to deliver 40,000 liters of water to the school. Water …