Imarika Foundation, a prominent advocate for social economic development and environmental conservation, has reiterated its call for ongoing support from donor partners, sponsors, and volunteers. During its annual general meeting, Executive Director Peter K. Angore emphasized the critical role of collaborative efforts in realizing the Foundation’s sustainable empowerment agenda for underprivileged communities.
“Let us remain steadfast in our commitment to serving others and making a meaningful difference in the world. Together we have the power to inspire positive change and transform lives,” said Mr. Angore, reflecting on the Foundation’s ethos of collective impact.
Since its inception, Imarika Foundation has been dedicated to uplifting communities and championing environmental stewardship. Through various initiatives spanning education, healthcare, agribusiness, and environmental conservation, the Foundation has made significant strides towards its vision of secure, empowered, and transformed communities.
In 2023, Imarika Foundation achieved notable milestones across its programs. A total of 126 university students were enrolled in the education program, alongside 76 students in vocational training institutions. Additionally, 45 students successfully completed vocational courses, marking a tangible impact on skills development within the targeted communities.
The Foundation’s agribusiness program saw the initiation of poultry farming and kitchen gardens in three schools, promoting food security and agricultural sustainability. Health initiatives included three eye check-up camps benefiting approximately 750 individuals, while over 4,000 school girls received essential sanitary dignity pads, contributing to menstrual health and hygiene.
Moreover, Imarika Foundation conducted resource mobilization events such as Luncheon and Walkathon, raising a valued contribution of ksh. 2 million. With a total revenue of ksh. 23.2 million in cash and in-kind donations, partnerships emerged as a vital funding source, accounting for 58.9% of the Foundation’s revenue in 2023.
Madam Jackline Jumbe, Chairperson of Imarika Foundation, presented a comprehensive report highlighting moderate operational costs and a 28.3% increase in program expenditure compared to the previous year. The health program emerged as the primary beneficiary of partnership revenue, receiving 58% of total funding under partnerships.
Notable partners contributing to Imarika Foundation’s corporate social responsibility programs in 2023 included ZANA Africa, Wananchi Hospital, Services League, and Machakos Girls Academy. ZANA Africa’s contribution of dignity packs worth 2.4 million benefitted over 10,000 adolescent girls, while Machakos Girls Academy offered scholarships worth ksh. 1.05 million, supporting the education program.
Imarika Sacco, the sacco under which the Foundation was founded, however, remain to be the primary financial backer, making a total contribution of Ksh 14 million last year.
Looking ahead, the Foundation anticipates increased activities necessitating a review of its membership policy. It contemplates expanding its governing body to up to 50 members to effectively execute its mission and meet the growing demands of its social economic responsibilities.
Imarika Foundation’s steadfast dedication to promoting social economic development and environmental conservation underscores the importance of collaborative efforts in driving positive change and transforming lives within underprivileged communities. It plays a significant position in the NGO sector which is critical in Kenya’ s social economic development agenda.
“NGOs are engaged in provision of wide range of development and relief services across the various sectors that complements the government’s efforts towards attaining envisaged development goals,” the chairperson said.
As the Foundation continues to forge partnerships and expand its reach, its impact on sustainable empowerment remains an important beacon of hope for marginalized populations across the region.
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