Kenya Kids

Together, We Make a Difference

Empowering Students in Kaloleni, Kenya

Kenya Kids is an education sponsorship program supporting children in and around Kaloleni, Kenya. We began as a ministry of Eastwind Community Church in Boise, Idaho, and became our own nonprofit in August 2020.

Child Sponsorship

Help children access education, nourishment, and guidance through sponsorship—building lasting relationships along the way.

➤ Meet the Students

Home Visits

Our local team regularly visits children and families, delivering essential supplies, support, and encouragement.

Educational Support

We help students access education from primary school to college or trade school—empowering them to pursue their dreams.

Community Outreach

From church partnerships to group celebrations and volunteer trips, we build lasting connections within the communities we serve.

How It Works

Kenya Kids is a nonprofit education sponsorship program supporting children in and around Kaloleni, Kenya. Founded through Eastwind Community Church in Boise, Idaho, we became our own nonprofit in 2020.

We sponsor students from kindergarten through high school and trade school:

$40/month for primary school
$70/month for secondary or trade school (boarding)

Students attend primary school through 9th grade, then take a National Exam for high school placement. To stay sponsored in high school, students must maintain a C- average or better. Those who don’t qualify can attend trade school to learn skills like tailoring, carpentry, or auto mechanics.

Sponsorship covers tuition, uniforms, meals, medical checkups, and support from local field officers and counselors.

Sponsors will receive report card updates three times a year, plus letters and photos from their child.

If you're interested or would like more information, please reach out to Gayle at gayleverschoor@kenyakids.us

Our First Sponsored Student Headed to Medical School

For the first time in our program's history, a Kenya Kids student is going to medical school. James has been a sponsored student with Kenya Kids. He is now entering Kenya Methodist University to earn a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, after finishing high school, college, and a three-year Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery. Sponsors stayed with him for every step of it.

Read james's Story

A Success Story Ten Years in the Making

When Happy joined our sponsorship program, he needed someone to invest in his education. His sponsors did, all the way through his Diploma in Pharmacy. He has now been permanently hired by the Kenyan government as a pharmacy professional at Mephi Hospital, with long term stability for his family.

Read Happy's Story

Celebrating Our Trade School Graduates!

Kenya Kids had an incredible 2025! We’re thrilled to celebrate several students who successfully completed trade school programs. These talented young men and women are now equipped with valuable skills and ready to launch their careers.

Here are our amazing trade school graduates and the start-up gifts they received to begin their professional journeys:

Mwanajuma – Seamstress
Musa – Automotive Mechanic
Mariam – Hospitality Professional
Rukia – Electrician
Johnson – AC Technician
Baraka – Electrician

We couldn’t be prouder of their hard work and determination. These graduates represent resilience, opportunity, and the power of education to transform lives.

Thank you to our sponsors and supporters who made this possible—your generosity is creating brighter futures every day!

Celebrating Our College Graduates!

We’re thrilled to share some amazing achievements from our sponsored students!

Alex Kalama Kazungu graduated from Kenya Medical Training College as a Clinical Officer (similar to a PA or NP). Huge thanks to Kim Buckley for years of sponsorship and to Wasi for traveling to Nairobi to celebrate with Alex.

Daniel Changawa Charo earned his degree as a Water Engineer from Kenya Water Institute—with Distinction! Thank you to Jacque and David Street for supporting Daniel on his journey.

Sunday Vuko graduated from the Technical University of Mombasa with a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Plant Option). We’re so proud of Sunday and grateful to his sponsors, Colleen and Bart Ward and Gayle and Steve Verschoor. Here’s Sunday with his mother and our staff counselor, Eunice—what a special day!

Peter Karisa has achieved an incredible milestone by completing his Diploma in Telecommunication Engineering! We’re so proud of his dedication and perseverance throughout this journey. A big thank you to his sponsors, Steve and Gayle Verschoor, whose support and encouragement made this success possible.

Thoya “Elvis” Kahindi has proudly graduated with a Diploma in Tourism Management—a fantastic accomplishment that reflects his hard work and passion for the field. We’re deeply grateful to Kris Donnelly for her unwavering support, which helped Thoya reach this exciting moment.

Kelvin Gideon graduated from Moi University as a teacher! Thank you to the three families who sponsored Kelvin through college: Atalla, Buck, and McHargue. Your support has shaped his future and opened doors to incredible opportunities.

Discover the Impact Your Sponsorship Can Make

Want to meet an example of the children you could support? We'd love to introduce you to the children currently awaiting sponsorship.

If you're interested or would like more information, please reach out to Gayle at gayleverschoor@kenyakids.us

A Passionate Community of Advocates for Children

United by compassion and purpose, Kenya Kids brings together individuals who believe every child deserves the opportunity to grow, learn, and thrive.

With a shared commitment to education, care, and dignity, we are building a brighter future—one child, one sponsorship, one act of love at a time.

Meet the students we serve—read their bios and learn more about the children currently in need of sponsors.

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