The Global Giving Tree Supports Kenyan Artisans
By purchasing these authentic handcrafted Kenyan Kikoy Towels, you will be helping the advancement of women in Kenya.
Handmade in Kenya
Kikoy is a traditional East African fabric that is handwoven with 100% cotton and colored with Azo-free dyes. The distinctive tassels are hand knotted by skilled artisans. The Kikoy Towel is a 2-in-1 product that is a sarong with a terry towel lining and a convenient velcro pocket. They are a light weight, quick drying, colorful, versatile travel accessory that is perfect for laying on the beach, sitting poolside, or any outdoor excursion.
Education
Children, all over the world, are our future. For many children, education is a privilege that requires funding which their families cannot afford. However, educating children fosters future scientists, conservationists, medical and healthcare providers, government and judicial advocates, farmers, and entrepreneurs. The gift of education is a gift that always gives back. Take look at our current Educational Projects in Kenya. Your donation is their future.
Secondary School Students
Our education partner selects and rewards deserving students with scholarships that allow them to attend Secondary School (high school) and guarantee the necessary expenses for all 4 years. We are in the process of selecting students to sponsor for secondary school. We have raised enough funds to guarantee 1 student for 4 years. Will you help us sponsor more students?
The cost for Secondary Boarding School is approximately $1,000 per year per student.
Candidates from Mbulia Primary School
Candidates from Ghazi Primary School
Candidates from Mwakajo Primary School
Vocational Education
Students that are unable to attend Secondary School, will often seek to further their skills and education through a Vocational/Trade School. Vocational Education allows the Kenyan youth to learn a trade and acquire the skills needed to take advantage of employment opportunities within their communities and country, or to start a small entrepreneurial business to sustain their families and communities. The goal of the Vocational Education School is to equip them with the right skills for self-reliance and sustainability. Some of the type of courses offered are Agribusiness Certification, Auto Mechanic, Carpentry, Cosmetology, Electrical Engineering, Fashion Design, Information Communication Tech. We currently have 1 student in mechanical school.
The cost is approximately $2,500 (including room & board) per year per student for 2 years.
The cost and length of course will vary depending on the trade selected.
We currently have 1 student, Erick in mechanical school.
