We are very fortunate to have Michael Switzer helping us develop Karibu Loo. Michael has done a great job founding the business and creating a culture dedicated to cleanliness and great service which has been one of the major factors in our success.
[Read more…]Letter From Nairobi – 2015 camps
Dear Friends, This has been a busy time here in Nairobi at Ngong Road Children’s Foundation and camps are near.
Impact of Karibu Loo and employment on our students
Karibu Loo has been a great platform for job opportunities for our students. Getting entry-level jobs here in Kenya can take quite some time and is usually necessary before one gets a permanent job. The work experience has also helped our students to become productive and responsible citizens in our country.
[Read more…]Turner Cobden Joins Board
Turner and his wife Emily first got involved with Friends of Ngong Road when they became sponsors in 2008. Almost immediately they became involved with August Camp under the encouragement of Turner’s father-in-law, Tom Gleason.
[Read more…]Ngong Road Roast coffee returns!
We have had many requests for Friends of Ngong Road Kenya coffee and will be offering it for sale in limited quantities during November and December. Coffee is $10/bag or a case of 12 bags for $120. For a limited time, you will get a free “Wild About Friends of Ngong Road” travel mug absolutely free with each case! Available in both zebra and leopard patterns.
[Read more…]2015 Winter Letter from Paula
As I write this note, I am just about to leave for my 14th trip to Kenya since 2007 when our program launched. While in Kenya, I will have many meetings with members of our team to discuss how the organization performed in 2014 and to agree on priorities for 2015. I will meet with local funders and supporters and try to cultivate a few new relationships. And on February 14th I will attend Peter Ndungu’s wedding to Phidilia Mwachala – my first African wedding.
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