Chalan Foundation

Lighting Hope

Lighting Hope

Chalan Foundation

Chalan Foundation is a Kenyan non-profit organization committed to transforming the lives of vulnerable children, youth, and communities through inclusive education, life skills, psychosocial support, and economic empowerment. Founded in 2013 from a deeply personal journey of resilience and hope, Chalan operates in underserved counties across Kenya including Nandi, Turkana, Samburu, Kitui, Kajiado, Pokot, and Homa Bay.

Vision

Restore dignity and opportunity for vulnerable children and communities, especially girls and those with disabilities, through education and empowerment.

Philosopy

Education is not just academic success, but preparation for life, leadership, and legacy.

Mission

To restore dignity and opportunity for vulnerable children and communities in Kenya by providing inclusive, transformative education, life skills, and sustainable support systems that empower the next generation to thrive.

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Quick Facts

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121,000 +

Children Reached
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10

Counties
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6 +

Program Pillars
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12

Years of Operation
What Drives Us

Our Programs

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Economic Empowerment and Community Strengthening

Building Strong Families to Support Strong Students Education is not sustainable when households are in crisis. We recognize that a child’s ability to stay in school is directly tied to their household’s economic

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Empowering Learners, Transforming Communities through STEAM

Empowering Learners, Transforming Communities through STEAM Chalan Foundation champions trans-formative approach to STEAM education, aligned with Kenya’s Competency-Based Education and Senior-School pathways.  Our ecosystem-driven model fosters collaboration among government, academia, and the private

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Community Health and Psychosocial support

Supporting the Whole Child for Sustainable Learning We believe that a supported child is a sustainable learner. True education goes beyond classrooms; it must touch the body, mind, and soul. In many rural

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JOIN WITH US

Become A Proud Volunteer

At Chalan Foundation, we believe that lasting change starts with people who care. Our volunteers are the heartbeat of our mission—passionate individuals who give their time, skills, and heart to ensure every child has a chance to learn, grow, and thrive.

Whether you’re a teacher, counselor, mentor, designer, medical professional, student, or simply someone who wants to make a difference, there is a place for you at Chalan. From mentoring youth, supporting community programs, helping with events, or lending your expertise behind the scenes, your contribution matters.

Volunteering with Chalan is more than service—it’s a chance to stand for dignity, restore hope, and walk alongside communities in need.

Join us in lighting hope—one child, one village, one future at a time.

TESTIMONIALS

Our Work speaks for itself.

Chalan Foundation to me means Mother of the Mothers. Chalan has given the community equality such that those who are not capable, they give them hope. They really stood up for what my family couldn’t manage at that time.

 

Mishael Wafula

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Chalan Foundation is like a Home to me. Currently, I am pursuing a course Diploma in nutrition and diabetics, with the help of Chalan Foundation, it has changed my life.

Janet Kipkirui

Beneficiary

Chalan Foundation to me is more of a Family.  I was in total poverty, my Parents could not pay my fees, Chalan Foundation has been able to make my educational journey a success.

 

Dickson Maangi

Beneficiary

If I could describe Chalan Foundation, I could say hope, they gave me hope. They revived my education.

Philip Odewa

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Chalan Foundation gave me Hope when I had lost all that hope.

Dennis Menjo

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