My Story

Dear Beloved Family & Friends, and Generous Donors,

I have made the decision to embark on a humanitarian trip to Kenya in June 2024.

Who we are helping? Lepaon is a father with a disability which limits his ability to support his family, including his wife and their 6 children, ages 3 to 17. Both Lepaon and his spouse work in the nearby village, earning €1.70 per day, which barely covers food for the family. Their children need space to study and the family needs to have the financial ability to pay for all of the family's needs, including school fees.

Mission? Together with Lepaon, his family and community members we will build a home for Lepaon's family to give them a dignified living space and alleviate the daily hardships they face.

This endeavor is part of a collaborative effort with Habitat for Humanity, an organization dedicated to fostering stability, strength, and self-reliance through shelter. However, the success of this campaign hinges on the kindness and generosity of people like you.

To make this project a reality, we need to raise funds to cover the cost of building materials and to compensate the local workers who will bring their invaluable skills to our construction efforts. 

I believe that every child deserves a safe and loving environment to grow and thrive. That's why I am reaching out to you today, seeking your support and generosity to make this dream a reality. Every euro counts and matters!

Your donation will not only provide shelter for those in need but also instill a sense of hope and belonging in their hearts. Together, we can make a difference in the live of the Leapon's family!

As I prepare for this trip, I am filled with gratitude for any of your support and encouragement and our united belief in the power of humanity to make a positive impact.

Thank you for considering my request and for making the world a better place. 

With heartfelt appreciation, Ren

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The housing need in Kenya

The growth of Kenya’s population, currently at about 55 million, has contributed to the country’s inadequate supply of new housing units. The annual housing demand is 250,000 units, but only an estimated 50,000 units are supplied. The proportion of the total population living below the international poverty line is 29.4%, with an unemployment rate of 5.5%, according to the World Bank. Housing affordability is a major challenge in Kenya, and many people cannot afford to buy or build their own home.

About 6.4 million people from Kenya’s urban population live in informal settlements, while an estimated 60% of the capital city Nairobi’s residents live in slums. In rural areas, the problem is characterized by poor quality housing and a lack of basic services, such as clean drinking water. In addition, 68% of Kenyans lack land documentation or tenure security. The Kenyan government has made adequate and affordable housing one of its priorities to bridge the housing deficit. However, the delivery of housing is the responsibility of county governments, which often lack adequate resources.

How Habitat addresses the need

Housing for orphans and vulnerable groups

Habitat Kenya supports marginalized and vulnerable groups such as orphans, widows, older people and people with disabilities who live on less than US$2 a day and need adequate access to housing and water and sanitation facilities We work with corporate partners and volunteers to help build affordable homes and promote home ownership for these vulnerable groups.