named programs · 10 · from sources
What they call their work
Computer Centre
Offers free digital learning resources, internet access, and computer literacy training in Microsoft Office and job search skills to residents of Mukuru.
Fresh Water Borehole
Provides access to clean drinking water in Mukuru through a borehole adjacent to the Harambee Community Centre.
Harambee Centre Library
Provides over 20,000 books and a quiet study environment for students in Mukuru; hosts reading clubs and educational sessions on health and education.
Lacrosse Program
Introduces lacrosse to youth in Mukuru, with daily practices and weekly matches led by a graduate of the sponsorship program.
One for One
Partnership with Micato Safaris that funds primary school attendance for children in Mukuru for every safari sold, covering hidden costs like uniforms and firewood.
Red Hill Library and Community Centre
Operates a library and computer center in Red Hill, South Africa, offering homework support, computer training, and story-time for children and youth.
School Scholarship Programme
Funds full educational costs including tuition, room and board, uniforms, and supplies for vulnerable children in Mukuru, Kenya, placing them in private boarding schools.
Shining Star Fund
Provides merit-based scholarships to high-performing students transitioning from primary to secondary school, ensuring continuity of education through pooled donations.
Tusitawi
eLearning program aligned with the Kenyan curriculum, providing digital textbooks, video tutorials, and test preparation for students in Mukuru.
Virtuoso-Upchurch Learning Centre
Special needs education center in Mukuru offering a safe, modern learning environment with specialized materials and facilities for children with disabilities.
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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HIV/AIDS Prevention and Support Services 1 activity
- Care services for individuals affected by HIV/AIDSProvides care and support to individuals affected by HIV/AIDS in the communities where it operates, addressing health and social needs.
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Community-Based Educational Programming 1 activity
- Educational outreach and enrichment programs for disadvantaged childrenImplements community-based education programs in Mukuru, including after-school support, health and education sessions using games and music for younger students, and expansion of learning infrastructure such as adding a second floor to the Red Hill Library to enhance access to quality education resources.
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Individual Child Education Sponsorship 1 activity
- Long-term educational sponsorship for orphaned and vulnerable childrenProvides long-term educational sponsorship covering primary and secondary school, including school fees, uniforms, room and board, food, supplies, and other needs, enabling university enrollment. The program operates in Mukuru, Nairobi, Kenya, with an annual sponsorship cost of $2,000 per child and matches sponsors to children within approximately six weeks.
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Public Access to Digital and Physical Library Collections 1 activity
- Operation of community learning centers with library and computer resourcesOperates the Harambee Community Centre and Red Hill Library, including a library with over 20,000 books and two computer labs with more than 60 computers, offering daily educational programs such as homework help, story-time, computer lessons in software and internet use, and digital skills training for job readiness. The facility also supports peer study groups and exam preparation.
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Financial Aid and Scholarship Access Programs 1 activity
- Scholarship funding for high-performing secondary school studentsProvides scholarships through the Shining Star Fund to high-performing students for secondary education by pooling general donations to cover tuition costs and other academic expenses.
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Special Education Day Schools 1 activity
- Specialized education and support for children with special needsOperates the Virtuoso-Upchurch Learning Centre, a dedicated facility opened in 2013 that provides specialized education and developmental support for children with special needs in Mukuru.
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Women's Microenterprise and Livelihood Development 1 activity
- Support for women's economic empowermentSupports women in creating small businesses to generate income and sustainably support their families, contributing to long-term community development.
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Clean Water Infrastructure and Access 1 activity
- Water access infrastructure for informal settlementsDug and maintains a borehole adjacent to the Harambee Centre, providing one of the few reliable sources of fresh water for the Mukuru informal settlement.
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Lacrosse Program Support and Development 1 activity
- Youth sports and leadership development programRuns a lacrosse program with regular participation from over 200 students, featuring daily coaching led by an AmericaShare scholarship graduate, promoting youth engagement, physical activity, and leadership development.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.52M
Contributions & grants$1.29M85%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$227K15%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$921K
Program expenses98%
Admin / overhead2%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$899K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$3.57M
Cash$3.37M
Investments$200K
Liabilities$0
Net assets$3.57M
Liquid reserves46.5 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -17.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 6
- ALAN LOBO — BOARD MEMBER
- DENNIS PINTO — BOARD MEMBER
- IRIS SALAZAR — TREASURER
- LORNA MACLEOD — EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
- QI HONG CHI — BOARD MEMBER
- WYCLIFFE LUMBASYO — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 16
Who they work with
- Charity Navigator Network — Profiled on Charity Navigator, indicating public transparency and accountability.
- Huru International Partner — Partner organization whose production workshop is located near Harambee Community Centre; collaborates on initiatives to keep girls in school.
- Learning For Humanity Partner — Partnered to equip the Computer Centre with Tusitawi, an eLearning program aligned with the Kenyan curriculum.
- Micato Partner — Collaborates with Micato for staff travel to deliver letters and materials to sponsored students in Nairobi.
- Micato Safaris Partner — Founding partner organization whose employee initiated the effort and whose traveler network serves as a bridge for charitable giving.
- Micato Safaris Partner — Longstanding partner working with AmericaShare in Mukuru for over 30 years, facilitating guest visits and support.
- Micato Safaris Partner — Partners with AmericaShare through its One for One Commitment, funding primary school attendance for children in Mukuru for every safari sold.
- Micato-AmericaShare Partner — Collaborates on a sponsorship program providing educational support to students in Mukuru, Kenya.
- Mukuru Partner — Community in Nairobi, Kenya where AmericaShare implements education and outreach programs for disadvantaged children.
- Osborne Family Partner — Donated computers to help grow the Computer Centre’s capacity.
- Red Hill Development Forum Partner — Local partner organization collaborating on the development and operation of the Red Hill Library and Community Centre.
- Red Hill Literacy Project Partner — Local partner organization involved in establishing and supporting literacy and education programs at the Red Hill Library.
- Rossi Family Partner — Donated computers to support the expansion of the Computer Centre.
- TravelElevates Partner — Donated computers to expand the Harambee Computer Centre.
- Virtuoso travel network Partner — Recognized through naming of the Virtuoso-Upchurch Learning Centre for special needs children.
- local community organizations Partner — Collaborates with local community organizations in Mukuru, Kenya to identify at-risk families for education sponsorship.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Child Sponsorship Model for Sustained Engagementmethodology: child_sponsorshipBy linking individual donors to specific children through financial sponsorship and personal correspondence, we increase donor commitment and ensure consistent support for education because emotional connection fosters long-term engagement and accountability.
- Community-Partnered Targeting and Developmentmethodology: community_partnershipBy working with local organizations and residents to identify needs and co-lead programs, we ensure relevance and sustainability because community agency and local knowledge are central to effective and lasting change.
- Economic Empowerment of Women to Strengthen Care Systemsmethodology: economic_empowermentBy supporting women’s economic empowerment, we improve family and community well-being because women are primary caregivers and their financial stability strengthens child welfare and social resilience.
- Education as Transformative Interventionmethodology: education_as_interventionBy providing access to education, we improve life outcomes for orphaned and vulnerable children because education serves as a primary pathway out of poverty and enables long-term personal and community development.
- Experiential and Creative Learning for Youth Engagementmethodology: experiential_educationBy using games, music, skits, and storytelling, we enhance learning and retention among disadvantaged children because experiential and creative methods increase engagement and emotional connection to educational content.