“Before 2022, I felt like my life was stuck. I was in school, but I didn't have practical skills, mentorship, or a clear idea...”
Our impact
Numbers that belong to a community
35,000+
Meals Served
1,200+
Community Members Trained
500+
Children Reached
3+
Schools Partnered
Who we are
"Maisha Yangu" means "My Life" in Swahili. We believe that our life experiences and the choices we make determine our trajectory. By bringing young lives together, we empower children and youth to take charge of their futures and create positive change in their communities.
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Our Pillars
Four core pillars, one goal: young people with the skills, support and confidence to shape their own future.
Education
The Education pillar provides a safe, supportive environment, school fee support, and practical skills that keep students learning and moving forward.
Personality
The Personality pillar offers young people guidance, emotional support, and motivation to overcome the challenges they face.
What's next
Upcoming events and opportunities
Join a drive, a bootcamp or a community day — every event is a way in.
📅 26/10/2026
Welcome Back
Creating a smooth transition into the holiday program, build excitement, establish expectations, and foster a safe, inclusive learning environment.
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📅 02/11/2026
SomaFest
Supportive learning environment that ignite curiosity and strengthening learning. Students improving literacy, numeracy, creativity, and confidence in learning.
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📅 16/11/2026
Mentorship Week
Equiping life skills and personal growth,where Students gain practical skills for relationships, decision making, mental wellbeing, leadership, and future planning.
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📅 23/11/2026
Vacation Bible School (VBS)
A space for spiritual growth where students learn to build faith, values, and character. Students understanding biblical values and how to live them daily.
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📅 30/11/2026
Community Week
An engaging experience to help kids develop empathy and citizenship where students experience service, leadership, and community responsibility.
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📅 07/12/2026
Project Week
A hands on learning where students apply learning through creation. Students work in teams to solve problems, innovate, and showcase talents.
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📅 14/12/2026
Camp Week
A meaningful experience where we celebrate growth and deepen relationships. Students build resilience, teamwork, and independence, and conclude the holiday experience with memorable experiences.
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Voices
Stories from our community
Real impact, in the words of the people we walk with.
“In 2024, I joined Maisha Yangu Organization as an attaché for three months. This experience introduced me to the...”
“As a student who benefited from the support of Maisha Yangu Organization, there are so many things I am grateful for. Maisha...”
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