This November, Mission Relief embarked on a life-changing deployment to Kenya with our trustee team to deliver aid directly to some of the most deprived communities in the area. Guided by our mission to provide relief, uplift lives, and foster hope, we focused on areas facing severe poverty and food insecurity. Here’s a snapshot of the impact we made during this transformative trip:
Garissa County: Combating Hunger and Supporting Families
- 200 nutritious meals provided to alleviate immediate hunger.
- 100 food parcels distributed to families in need.
- 113 beneficiaries received support via Zakat, providing sustenance for the most vulnerable.
Tana River County & Chakama: Extending Support to Communities
- 150 food parcels delivered to support struggling households.
- Zakat distributed to 100 beneficiaries in Chakama, aiding families in need.
- A month’s supply of food provided to students at Masjid Mohammedi in Chakama, ensuring nourishment while they pursue their Islamic studies.
- Alhamdulillah a remarkable 23 people embraced Islam, finding faith and community support.
Mombasa & Mtwapa: Reaching the Homeless and Orphaned
- 100 nutritious meals distributed to homeless individuals on Mombasa’s streets.
- 400 nutritious meals provided to orphaned children: with 300 meals served at Mama Zeinab Markaz in Mtwapa and 100 meals served at Ne’ma Orphanage in Mombasa.
Kwale County: Clean Water, Hygiene, and Food Security
- We proudly opened four water wells to provide sustainable access to clean water.
- 200 nutritious meals distributed at Masjid Aisha.
- 200 women’s hygiene packs distributed, supporting women’s dignity and health.
- Zakat aid extended to 160 beneficiaries on Mkwiro Island.
- Sweets and bread were shared with children, spreading joy in local communities.
- We conducted a survey at Masjid Musa Salahuddin to evaluate its community needs.
Strategic Partnerships and Community Development
- Our team met with key partners to strengthen our future efforts:
- The Kenya Red Cross, Coast General Hospital, and One Shilling Foundation to explore collaborative initiatives.
- The Deputy Director of the British High Commissioner in Nairobi to align on sustainable development projects.
Looking Ahead
The deployment exemplified our commitment to alleviating hardship, providing hope, and fostering partnerships for long-term change. Whether through distributing meals, opening water wells, or supporting education, we were driven by the shared belief that no act of kindness is too small to make a difference.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our supporters, donors, and local partners who made this deployment possible. Your trust and contributions empower us to serve those in need. Together, we’re changing lives, one act of kindness at a time.
Thank you for continuing to support Mission Relief. Let’s keep this momentum going as we plan our next steps in bringing relief and hope to the world’s most vulnerable.
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