Current projects in need of funding in Kisumu, Kenya:

1. New Sr. Linda Glaeser Center - $6,000

   FIOH-USA is currently supporting an office near the Obunga slum in Kisumu since late 2021. The center already serves the community, but additional funds are needed for rent, a file cabinet, library shelves, a desktop computer, and printer, office tables for the meeting room, computer room and library, 100 plastic chairs for meetings, and a lockable file cabinet. Also, volunteer teacher stipends. The cost has not been funded yet due to emergency funds needed for floods in May 2024, and most recently for the drought relief in Zambia. The cost is estimated at $6,000.

2. Extend Stop the Spot to Other Schools - $8,000 per year

   Our successful “Stop the Spot” program provides sanitary supplies to young girls for years to reduce school absenteeism and increase graduation rates for girls. The community has asked if we can expand to more schools. Each school extension would cost approximately $500 quarterly or $2000 per school year, and immediate funding is crucial due to the pressing need. The total cost is estimated at $8,000 per year.

In Kiisi, Kenya:

1. Conical Multi-Story Garden Farming & Installation Training for 100 families - $3,000

   This garden looks like a wedding cake. When planted it is water-friendly and requires little space to produce more vegetables. One garden can continuously feed a family of six and can be extended to more families. The total cost is about $3,000. Proposal pending.

In Chioma, Zambia:

1. Future Steps Business Center Support - $4,500

   Still needs funding. FIOH-Z aims to support the Future Steps Business Center in Chioma. This business center has been providing vital computer training, internet access, office-related tasks, and business supplies since 2018 with the $4,500 funding provided. Ongoing support is sought until the center becomes self-sustaining, with assistance based on need and sent quarterly.

2. Youth Goat Project Well - $3,500

   Still needs funding. After FIOH-USA funded the local youth group’s goat-raising project in 2018, which is now self-sustaining, they seek $3,500 to dig a well on the farm. The well will provide vital clean water for drinking, washing, and agriculture for all in the area. These are programs that could start immediately if funds are available.

3. Drought Emergency Food Relief - $3,500

   Due to the drought in Zambia, emergency food relief is needed. This will include seeds, fertilizer, replanting crops, and monthly food packages for families.

Our education program needs sponsors - $23,000

In both Kenya and Zambia, education ceases to be free after the 8th grade, posing a significant financial burden for families, especially those with multiple school-aged children. Each year, individual FIOH-USA donors sponsor 40+ students enabling them to pursue their academic goals and build brighter futures for themselves, and their communities. The cost per student is roughly $450. Dozens of students are currently in need of sponsorship. Your donation of $450 or more will change the lives of these students.

Quarterly wires $13,500

Each quarter, FIOH-USA sends $4,500 to support our partners in Kenya and Zambia. These funds help them to continue their Board of Directors work to submit proposals for self-sustaining projects thereby empowering their communities.

These are programs that could start immediately if funds are available. We receive new proposals monthly. There is a great need.