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Ugali Youth calls on you to look into the eyes of Kenyan youth and see how they return your gaze. Please read below about the sharing of an ugali meal and why your sharing will mean so much.

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The act of giving always comes full circle. In giving, we also receive. And, generosity is contagious. Donate now to share in the joy of Ugali.

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​One of the greatest challenges in Youth Empowerment and participation is how to ensure that young people are passionate about causing transformation in their lives and beyond.

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Ugali Youth is named after “Ugali”, a staple food in most African countries. Ugali is called Sadza in Zimbabwe, Ubugali in Uganda, pap in South Africa, Oshifima in Namibia, Nsima in Malawi, fufu in many countries in West and Central Africa such as Cote D’Ivoire, Sierra Leone, Guinea, Ghana among other African nations.

Why Ugali Youth?

Ugali, a beloved Kenyan staple, symbolizes community and teamwork. In rural Kenya, preparing Ugali is a collective effort, involving everyone from children gathering firewood to adults cooking over open fires. The process requires grinding maize, fetching water, and enduring tough conditions, reinforcing the bonds that meals bring to families and communities.​

When it is ready, it is placed on one plate where everyone can eat. Everyone is invited to the table, and they say a blessing on the food. Thereafter the family happily begins scooping up small handfuls of ugali. Hard work has paid off! Every effort to prepare Ugali counted. The day is complete. A family that eats Ugali together stays together.

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Our Mission: Inspire hope for the future

​Our hope for the future is that, even as Kenyan youth face the challenges of poverty and await the support they need, they continue to find joy and feel the comforting presence of God in their lives.

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Maisha Girls Safe House
"My visit to Maisha girls safe house was one of the most important things I experienced in Kenya and it continues to strengthen my heart. Life is a gift the house provides in a community that turns sadness and trauma into joy. I am a witness to love, joy, and new life."

Joshua SJ

Maisha Girls Safe House
"Our visit to Maisha Girls Safe House in early June of this year left a lasting impression on us. Most importantly, we were comforted to see firsthand that the girls felt safe at Maisha, they were home. The pressing need for more space and resources is evident, and anyone supporting Maisha should be confident that any donations are going directly to serve the well-being of these very deserving girls."

Maureen & Bill Coleman Cincinnati, OH

Maisha Girls Safe House
"In June I visited Kenya.Patrick the director of Ugali Youth invited me to visit Maisha Girls Safe House. However, upon arrival and interacting with the girls, reality hit me hard. These were not just children-they were young mothers, many still just girls themselves. As a mother, I understand the weight and responsibility of raising a child, and I can’t begin to imagine these children facing such burdens at such a tender age. These girls are in desperate need of spiritual, emotional, and material support. Let’s join hands and do what we can to help them."

Stella Kimani Tampa Bay, FL

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Every action taken today to support youth can create a brighter, more promising tomorrow. Together, we can ensure that young people are equipped with the tools and opportunities they need to succeed and thrive. Be a part of this transformative journey by making a lasting impact with Ugali Youth.

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There is no higher religion than human service. To work for the common good is the greatest creed.
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-Woodrow Wilson

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