Imarika Scholars Program

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Project Snapshot

Ask Amount

KES 8,690,000

Project Stage

Pilot

Launch Date

Sunday, January 14th, 2018

Project Manager

Peter Angore

Project Partners Inc

Partners/Collaborators of the Imarika Scholars Program: 1. Imarika DT Sacco: Provides financial support and collaborates closely with Imarika Foundation to implement the scholarship program. 2. Machakos Girls Academy: Collaborates with Imarika Foundation to provide educational opportunities and support to female beneficiaries of the scholarship program. 3. Kilifi County Government: Partners with Imarika Foundation to support educational initiatives and provide resources for beneficiaries in Kilifi County. 4. National Government Constituency Development Fund: Collaborates with Imarika Foundation to fund educational projects and initiatives aimed at benefiting underprivileged students in various constituencies.

Project Summary

The Imarika Scholars Program supports financially disadvantaged students in Kenya's coastal region. It provides scholarships, mentorship, and transition support to help students access quality education and break the cycle of poverty.

Intervention Areas

Education Access and EquityHigher Education & ScholarshipsMarine & Coastal ConservationPrimary & Secondary Education

Target Population

Low-Income Individuals & FamiliesVulnerable or Marginalized Populations (General)

Problem Statement

Bright students from economically marginalized coastal backgrounds lack financial means to access quality education, perpetuating the cycle of poverty.

Proposed Solution

Provide scholarships, mentorship, counseling, and transition support to students from secondary school through to tertiary education.

Expected Impact

Enrolled 500 beneficiaries in 5 years, improved academic performance, and empowered students with career/life skills to succeed.

Sustainability Plan

Strategies include diversifying funding, public-private partnerships, an endowment fund, and engaging alumni to give back and mentor.

Budget Breakdown

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