Beyond bricks and mortar: building futures

Welcome to our School Development journey. Here, you'll discover how Glynviah Roots Foundation is creating a permanent home for learning and growth in Bungoma County, Kenya. We're building more than a school; we're establishing a foundation for quality education, talent development, community empowerment, and sustainable livelihoods for vulnerable children and families. Join us in shaping a brighter future.

Our progress and plans

Glynviah Roots Foundation is committed to transparency and progress. See what we've accomplished so far and our vital next steps in building a safe, inclusive, and sustainable setting that transforms lives for generations to come.

Land secured

The founders have officially registered a Community-Based Organisation (CBO) in Kenya and secured land for Glynviah Roots Academy, establishing a permanent foundation for quality education and long-term community impact.

Sponsored High Schooler

Over 16 vulnerable children are already attending primary and high school through our sponsorship initiative, ensuring uninterrupted access to education while Glynviah Roots Academy continues to develop, its setting. With a vision of retaining children in school  and allowing academic progression.

Community engaged

Families and local community members are actively involved in our programmes, fostering local ownership and trust. Currently, 68 plus women and families are participating through entrepreneurship and dance initiatives, building skills, income opportunities, and community connection.

Invest in a brighter future

"Every fence, classroom, and facility we build contributes to giving children access to quality education, empowering families, and strengthening the wider community. Your support directly creates a safe, permanent, and empowering space where potential thrives"- Poulyviah, Co Founder

Making a real difference in Bungoma County

Building Glynviah Roots Academy will profoundly impact children and the wider community in Bungoma County. It provides stability, expands opportunities, empowers families, and breaks cycles of poverty. We're already seeing successes:

  • 6 children are currently attending school through direct sponsorship.

  • 16+ vulnerable children are supported through sponsorship programmes:

    • 4 in boarding high school

    • 2 in boarding primary school

    • The remaining students are day scholars, with sponsorship funds provided directly to their vulnerable families to support education and basic needs.

  • 68 women and families are being supported through empowerment initiatives:

    • 7 women (the Movers) actively engaged in business and entrepreneurship

    • 17 women participating in local cultural dance initiatives

    • The remaining families supporting and engaging in youth talent development programmes

  • Youth are also participating in sports and talent programmes, with some gaining school admission through talent-based scholarships.

A permanent site will scale these successes, creating a long-term foundation for education, empowerment, and sustainable community growth.

Join our mission: urgent needs

We hope you feel inspired to make a meaningful difference. To achieve our vision, we urgently need funding to secure the land, build essential classrooms and boarding facilities, and support more children's education. Your donation, sponsorship, or volunteer time helps us provide a consistent place for children to learn, grow, and develop skills for life, ensuring no child misses out on learning.

"Asanti Sana, I had lost hope of sending my child to school"- Mr Juma, Parent