Overview

KidsCare Kenya is launching a new 3-year initiative in Lunga Lunga Sub-County, targeting 240 vulnerable households and over 1,200 orphans and vulnerable children (OVCs) across 16 rural communities.

This program builds on the success of two previously implemented Community-Based Homecare and Beekeeping (CBHB) programs, which saw over 90% of families exit with improved stability and self-reliance.

Lunga Lunga faces deep-rooted development challenges:

• Limited economic opportunities

• Inadequate access to education and healthcare

• High school dropout and illiteracy rates

• Environmental degradation and climate vulnerability

By addressing social, economic, and environmental gaps, this program aims to create lasting, community-led transformation — empowering households and improving child well-being, while restoring the natural environment for future generations.

It is implemented in strong partnership with the County and National Government, local leaders, and other specialized partners.

Project participants

This program will benefit and engage a wide network of community members and institutions as follows.

1. Households and Children

240 households supporting 1,200+ orphans and vulnerable childrenFamilies will receive basic needs support, housing assistance, education and healthcare access, and training in income-generating activities.

2. KidsCare Community Volunteers (KCVs)

80 volunteers who mentor families, assist social workers, and serve as local role models.

3. Beekeeping Farmer Groups

16 registered farmers’ groups, each with 15 members (1 from each household).

Equipped with beekeeping training, demonstration units, and startup materials.

4. Community-Based Organizations (CBOs)

CBOs that support coordination, leadership, and growth of farmer groups.

Incorporate both new and experienced farmers from past programs.

5. Environmental Conservation Groups

16 groups drawn from the farmers’ network will lead reforestation and sustainability efforts in their communities.

6. KidsCare Ward Teams (KWTs)

60+ multi-stakeholder members, including:

• Chiefs, ward administrators, and village leaders

• Child protection and community health volunteers

• Government department representatives

• Six proactive KidsCare Volunteers per ward

Key activities

Household Empowerment

Monthly home visits by social workers and government officials.

Financial support: Kshs. 2,000/month for 6 months to stabilize families.

Housing improvements (Kshs. 11,000 per household, subject to funding).

Income-generating activity (IGA) training: poultry, goats, small businesses, etc.

Kshs. 10,000 start-up capital after IGA training.

Support with savings groups and microfinance access.

Beekeeping Development

Formation and registration of 16 farmers’ groups.

Government-led training in beekeeping and group management.

Setup of demonstration units with:

• 15 hives each

• Centrifuges, protective gear, and startup tools

• Specialized training on building beehives for self-sufficiency

Strengthening Community-Based Organizations

Establishment of 4 CBOs to organize and professionalize beekeeping groups.

Leadership development, resource sharing, and training opportunities.

Inclusion of alumni farmer groups from earlier KidsCare programs.

Environmental Conservation

Tree planting and reforestation campaigns led by farmer group members.

Environmental education, workshops, and outreach activities.

Partnerships with local and international stakeholders for sustainable practices.

Alignment with Kenya’s national goal of restoring 5.1 million hectares of degraded land.