For students in Kenya, the journey to school begins with a new pair of shoes. Many students drop out because they simply can’t afford shoes, uniforms, or books. A pair of shoes means access to education, dignity, and a bright future.
-- The Kenya Education Fund (KEF) is proud to announce the official launch of a Give a Pair Change a life initiative. The program provides underprivileged students access to high school. For many students in Kenya, the journey to school begins with a new pair of shoes, sometime the first pair of shoes. If a student doesn’t have a pair of shoes and uniform at the start of term in January, they’re sent home. Many students drop out because they simply can’t afford shoes, uniforms, or books.
When a child misses school, risks, child labor, and lost potential. For girls especially, missing even one term often means early marriage and the end of a dream. A pair of shoes means more than comfort - it means access to education, dignity, and a bright future, a small gift that makes a lasting difference.
With a population of nearly 48 million, Kenya faces significant challenges in ensuring access to secondary education. The high cost of public schooling, combined with widespread poverty, prevents many students from completing high school. KEF is changing this reality by offering students the opportunity to pursue their education, breaking the cycle of poverty, and building stronger, more resilient communities.
KEF provides a four-year scholarship program that helps students on their journey to higher education and career readiness. KEF isn’t just a regular nonprofit. A scholarship transforms a life. It doesn’t just open a door, it keeps it open, giving a student the stability to learn, grow, and thrive. Through education, KEF breaks the cycle of poverty and foster positive change within their communities.
Founded in the United States 24 years ago, KEF is dedicated to empowering economically disadvantaged students in Kenya by providing scholarships, educational resources, and long-term support. By removing barriers to education, KEF is driving a change, helping young people transform their own lives, supporting their families, and uplifting their communities.
“We look forward to the 2026 new school year, we are welcoming supporters who want to engage in our cause,” said Executive Director’s Dominic Muasya. A $100 donation per month provides one student with high school covering tuition, room and board, clothing, and support to help them build a brighter future. Hundreds of motivated young people apply to KEF every year. Only lack of funds keeps them from stepping into a classroom. So far KEF helped more than 4600 students and 99% of the students complete high school and transition to university compared to just 65% in public school.
Join KEF in making education accessible in Kenya. KEF transforms lives, one step at the time.
For more information, visit https://givebutter.com/KEFgivingtuesday2025
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