Friends of Ngong Road

We empower Nairobi children living in poverty to transform their lives through education and support, leading to employment.

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BOLDLY BUILDING FUTURES

HERE WE GO

For nearly 20 years, Friends of Ngong Road has transformed the lives of children growing up in Nairobi’s informal settlements. Our model is simple: surround each student with the education, health, community, and employment and entrepreneurial support they need to thrive.

Today, we stand at a pivotal moment. Over 100 children are waiting to join our program—but funding is the barrier. Here We Go is our rallying call and our strategy to meet this challenge and grow for the future.

Our Story

OUR WORK

TRANSFORMS LIVES

EDUCATION

HEALTH &
WELL-BEING

SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY

EMPLOYMENT

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FROM SCHOOL TO SALARIES

OUR OUTCOMES

70%

of Alumni report being employed, far exceeding youth averages, with 66% of Alumni serving in leadership or supervisory roles.

3 in 4

Alumni are primary household providers, supporting not only themselves but their families. 61% report personal savings, signaling financial resiliency.

2 of 3

of Alumni are female and employed at rates 20 points higher than their male peers — breaking cycles of gender inequality.

MADE POSSIBLE THROUGH THE POWER OF

FRIENDSHIP

For nearly twenty years, our community of Friends around the world have shown that simply being there by providing time and support can transform lives. Because of our Friends, generations of students have realized a brighter future — and the power of being a Friend for their community, in turn.

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When I grow up, I would like to be a big voice — a voice that speaks for the little ones.”

PROGRAM BENEFICIARY, AMAZING, AGE 11

WHO WE ARE

OUR TEAMS

Our work is powered by two dedicated teams working in close partnership across Nairobi and the U.S. Together, we create the conditions for students to thrive — from their first day in the program to their first day on the job.

Our Kenyan partner, Ngong Road Children’s Foundation (NRCF), leads the direct work with students and families. Case managers and program staff are the heartbeat of our mission.

Our U.S. team focuses on fundraising, strategy, and building the connections that sustain our growth. With the support of a committed board and volunteers, we engage donors, partners, and advocates to ensure the resources are in place for every child we serve.

KELVIN THUKU

PROGRAM DIRECTOR

NRCF

DAN FERNELIUS

PRESIDENT

FoNR

KRIS PETERSEN

BOARD CHAIR

FoNR

JEF NTHIGA

BOARD CHAIR

NRCF

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FRIENDS OF NGONG ROAD &
NGONG ROAD CHILDREN'S FOUNDATION

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Friends of Ngong Road
100 1st St S #581308
Minneapolis, MN 55458


(612) 568-4211
info@ngongroad.org


EIN: 20-4690846

Ngong Road Children's Foundation
PO Box 1765-00502
Karen, Nairobi, Kenya


0792-745-612 (Mobile)
info@NRCFKenya.org


Covenant Guest House Road, gate no.9

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