NextGenRise – Kenya

Inspiring, Empowering, Achieving

“Our mission is to mobilise and deliver a collective call of action which generates resources and relevant support to inspire, upskill and uplift underserved and disadvantaged young people who are at risks of situations and experiences that would hinder their self-worth, health, education, employability, livelihood, and stable family structure.”

Objectives

Expanding Access to Education Through Community Support and a Nurturing Environment

Work specifically with schools and community focused organisations with a track record in social development and skills training.

Developing Sustainable Fundraising Strategies and Strategic Partnerships for Long-Term Impact

Not only develop and implement a practical and achievable fundraising plan including silent auction and raffles, but also Establish strategic partnerships with a focus on social developments and education in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics).

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Empowering the Next Generation Through Mentorship and Professional Development Programme

Create, develop and manage a mentoring programme in collaboration with beneficiary institutions, strategic and impact partners (whereby providing work experience and professional development opportunities)

What We Support

Capital Projects 2025

We are supporting various primary and secondary schools in refurbishing and building necessary infrastructures and secure essential supplies that would aid in effective improvement in their education experience and learning:

New kitchen to serve 350 children at Gitiba Primary School in Nairobi.
Ruthimitu Mixed Secondary School for 900 students – basketball and volleyball court refurbishment with new basketball rim and volleyball net.
Refurbishing 2 classrooms with benches and desks for children of 6 years.

Scholarships: 2025 Academic Year

In partnership with Don Bosco, to date CRI has sponsored 20 students on the BEAMS Media Training Programme. It is a 6 months intensive course where the students learn various media skills and receive paid work experience which springboard them into employment. The sponsorship covers tuition and school meals (lunch).

How You Can Support

To support our programs, please follow the QR code to Donate.

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Other Ways You Can Support

Your donation provides these incredible young men and women with a deep sense of hope and encouragement. Your donation could also be in the form of:

Classroom supplies, text books, uniform vouchers
Computers (desk top, laptop and tablets)
New and used media equipment in excellent condition incl, video & sound recording, photography camera, video and sound editing 3-D equipment,
Toiletry essentials including female sanitary towels
Food (e.g. flour, rice, beans, canned products, bread, long life milk, meat and vegetables) and grocery vouchers
Work experience (paid & unpaid internships, apprenticeships
Become a mentor
Hire the media services of BEAMS

Our Commitment to our Sponsors

Inauguration plaque acknowledgement as patron for financial support of over $5,000 USD on capital projects
Special acknowledgement at the project ribbon cuttings

Sponsorship over $5,000 USD receive exclusive discount offers on premium packages on Mlilo Safari and Community Tours.

Partner’s concession on BEAMS media services
Invitations to all BEAMS screenings and graduations
Progress report on all scholarship recipients
Regular progress report on capital projects

Discounted tickets for Kenya International Theatre Festival

Special mention in press release, website, newsletters

Sponsor’s spotlight on social media

Logo visibility in associated event brochures

Distributing sponsor’s merchandise and flyers in gift bags at events

PAST EVENTS

BEAMS Graduation

February 2 2025

Huge Congratulations to our 2024 - 2025 Graduates from the Don Bosco’s BEAMS Media Training Course. Our next cohorts will start April 2025

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Bake Sale

February 7 2025

Bake Sale at United Airlines Heathrow, in partnership with WeWOT.

March 21 - May 1 2025

Crowdfunding

We aim to raise £30,000 to construct 16 toilets at Ruthimitu Mixed Secondary School which serves 1300 students and a combined basketball and volleyball court which is accessible to the community youth programme.

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Raffle: Kenya Shine

February 7 - March 31 2025

Join our Raffle and stand a chance to win incredible prizes, including luxury experiences, exclusive hampers, fine dining, West End show tickets, and unforgettable getaways—all while supporting Ruthimitu Primary & Secondary School. With tickets starting at just £5, multiple tiers offer more chances to win.

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Windsor Walkathon

May 3 2025

This is a joint event with WeWOT where we are completing phase 2 of constructing a kitchen and toilet for Gitiba Primary School, Nairobi, Kenya. Last year was amazing and this year will be ever better. Join us as we explore the beautiful grounds and surrounding areas of Windsor, in Berkshire.

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Meet the Team