About this site and the Fund

Some of the children in the new Hendin School of Learning

The "Kenyan School Fund" started with the aim of raising money to open a school in the Mombasa area of Kenya.

In six months we have raised enough money to rent the school for three months, organise staff, desks, books, some stationary, water and food supply. We have also helped feed displaced families in humanitarian camps during the recent troubles in Kenya. We hope to fund the continual running of the school, buy more desks, uniforms and allow more children the opportunity to gain an essential education.

Samwel Manda (overseas co-ordinator) from the New Light Orphanage has named the new school the “Hendin School of Learning“.

We hope that you could support our ventures and help us achieve our goals. As the results of children being allowed education from a young age in Kenya will help them gain the necessary skills, knowledge and understanding to gain better jobs and lead better lives. Please take the time to visit the remainder of the site and help us on our quest.

NEWS FLASH

The Hendin School of Learning is developing at a fine speed. Since the opening of the school in May 08 the pupils have enjoyed various lessons, a meal each day, clean water to drink, stylish new uniform, school trips,sports day and a computer. The school now has five teachers and forty four pupils. The school is also multi cultural and teaches four different languages. This has only been successful due to the strong community links that we have built up between Ipswich and Mombasa and the continual fundraising and financial support from the community of Ipswich. Samwel and his son Joseph are working equally as hard in Kenya. Please support our events or make a donation.

School Opening May 08

It's open!

Due to all of the Kenyan School Funds team effort and the support of our local community in Ipswich we can proudly announce the opening of the Hendin School of Learning in Mombasa, Kenya.

The new school opensThe school opened its doors to twelve pupils on the 10th May 08. There was an official opening and cutting of the ribbon to the beautiful new classroom. The children participated in learning and creativity and were given their new school uniform. Samwel Manda our overseas coordinator said It was a day of great joy for Kenya and believes education will bring much prosperity and happiness to the children of the school Twelve more children are still waiting to attend the school. We hope to raise enough funds to open the second classroom and employ another teacher buy desks, chairs, stationary, water and food for the additional pupils.

We hope that you will support our exciting events that will be running over the next few months and help us make the lives of Kenyan children and happy and educated one.

Education and Health

Eager to learn

It is a know fact that African children are eager to learn however many children in Africa never get the opportunity to go to school.

This is sometimes due to not having enough money or there simply isnt a school in their area. Most children who can attend a school can have a very long walk to get there and the classrooms are normally over crowded and only the very basics are supplied to aid learning.

Most schools cant provide food; water supply can be another long walk to a well to collect vital drinking water.

The Kenyan School Fund is dedicated to the promotion of equal education, outstanding learning, decent materials, adequate water and food supplies for pupils. We believe the health of the children is vital and will enable them to develop their individual learning skills with nourishment and hydration.

We believe that this balance of learning, nourishment and hydration will allow children to gain the necessary skills to support themselves in future years and make them independent, reliant and decent citizens who will bring development and hope for the future.

Committee

Details of our committee members
Some Kenyan childrenSOme Kenyan children

The 'Kenyan School Fund' Committee consist's of:

  • Founder and Director - Sophie Hendin
  • Over Seas Coordinator - Samwel Manda
  • Secretary - Faye Hendin
  • School Coordinator and Sales - Kirsty Hendin
  • Sales - Jemima Dalligan
  • Advertising and Design - James Hendin
  • Ian Lipman - Web design, hosting and e-marketing

How can you help?

Orphanage photo

We are looking for help from individuals, businesses and schools - everyone can help in some way! To find out how you can do our bit visit our fundraising pages

Current news

Lady Orwell River Cruise, Fri 11th June, 2010. Enjoy a relaxing cruise along the River Orwell on a beautiful summers eve and help raise funds for the school. Tickets cost £20 each, disco and buffet included in price. Please see futher links for more details.

Take part in the 34th Sponsored Charity Orwell Walk on Sunday 27th June 2010. You will have a choice of walking 12 or 25 miles and help raise money for the Hendin School and local Rotary club charities such as EACH and the St Elizabeth hospice.
It costs £5 entry per adult walker and £2.50 for under 18's.

Please contact Sophie or Faye to enter, see further liks for more info

Further Links

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