Food and Non-Food Donations
We receive and give out donations to the most vulnerable members of the informal settlement communities.
In 2020, we served over 6,000 people with the foods and non-food items we received as away of cushioning them against the hard economic times presented by the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. Many people were laid off work hence lacking opportunities to work and earn a living as most of the informal settlements community dwellers do hand to mouth jobs (they spend nearly all they work for in a day and can barely save) and most of them have young families with an average size of 3 people per family.
We properly do our community survey of the most vulnerable people through the help of our Community Health Volunteers (CHVs), who do a door to door
We are always grateful to our donors and supporters for every donation channeled our way. Your support really goes a long way!!!!
We always have a session with the community members just before the donations are given out to pass a message; either to teach, learn/discuss or to sensitize them.
International Women's Day 2025
Today, ETCO, in collaboration with the Kibera Gender Advocacy Network (KGAN) partners, hosted a vibrant International Women's Day celebration at Canaan Estate Community Hall. The event brought together over 410 participants, highlighting the importance of gender equality, women's empowerment, and community solidarity. The day began with a powerful procession from AMREF in Laini Saba - Kibra to Canaan Estate, symbolizing unity and the ongoing fight for women's rights.
Early Lunch at ETCO
Diving deeper into the year with our children feeding program, yesterday's session at ETCO was filled with warmth, laughter, and nourishment. With the dedicated efforts of our team and the new interns, we ensured that over 350 children, along with elderly and youth members of the community, received a well-prepared meal. The presence of the interns brought fresh energy and enthusiasm, giving us hope for expanded children’s activities and engagement. As we continue to grow, we remain committed to ensuring that no child in our community goes hungry, and that every Saturday is a moment of joy and connection.
Sports: Final Whistles Tournament - Day 1
Yesterday, ETCO and partners proudly hosted the Final Whistle tournament under the theme Sports for Sobriety, under the Sports Department headed by Andrew Ayuma AKA: Mnyakuzi. This event, scheduled from January 19th to February 23rd, 2025, is ongoing and aims to promote healthy lifestyles and positive choices among male youth through the power of sports. The tournament will bring together 14 teams to compete every Sunday at the Undugu Ground, creating an engaging and supportive environment for participants to channel their energy and talents constructively. By using football as a platform, ETCO seeks to address societal challenges such as substance abuse while fostering teamwork, discipline, and community engagement.