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The Porridge Kitchen Appeal

We’ll be seizing this opportunity to double the power of your donations, and using it to fight malnutrition in the communities we support in Western Kenya.

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The Porridge Kitchen

From humble beginnings…

Our Porridge Kitchen was established to provide malnourished children with the essential nutrients they need to thrive. We run weekly sessions that include weigh-ins conducted by our nutritionist to monitor the children’s progress. During these sessions, we distribute porridge flour and provide each child with a warm bowl of porridge to ensure they receive vital nutrition.
The porridge we provide is enriched with spirulina from the Nasio Trust’s Spirulina Farm, which is packed with vitamins and minerals and has proven health benefits, particularly in managing malnutrition.

More than just a Porridge Kitchen…

Since its creation in July 2023, the Porridge Kitchen has evolved beyond its initial purpose, becoming a vital lifeline for both young mothers and their babies. Currently, our program supports 34 children and 33 mothers.

Since its creation in July 2023, the Porridge Kitchen has evolved beyond its initial purpose, becoming a vital lifeline for both young mothers and their babies. Currently, our program supports 34 children and 33 mothers.

We have identified that addressing malnutrition is a long-term challenge, making this project crucial in promoting children’s health within our community. It has also fostered a strong support network among mothers, who are encouraged to share parenting advice and empower one another with valuable tips. Each week, we rotate sessions to different homes, and participants are invited to contribute items that benefit the porridge kitchen or the host family, which not only promotes a strong sense of community spirit but also emphasises the importance of giving back.
Additionally, the Nasio Trust has equipped participating mothers with kitchen gardens, creating a sustainable source of food at home and enhancing their self-sufficiency. The group also offers guidance on how to expand and successfully cultivate these gardens, ensuring that families can grow their own nutritious food.

Although initially focused on combating child malnutrition, our porridge kitchen has evolved into a vital initiative that nourishes and nurtures vulnerable children while also empowering and supporting the mothers involved.

Looking ahead…

This project has tremendous to expand its reach to more vulnerable children and mothers. The positive outcomes are already evident, and we are confirdent that with adequate funding and time, it can develop into a vibrant community hub, providing young children and their mothers with a stronger start and a brighter future.

"The Nasio Trust has transformed children from nothing to something. Those who were shelter-less now have shelter, those who were not going to school are now going to school."
Farida (Social worker)

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Building Climate Resilience Using Household-Level Data

The Nasio Trust has been working with rural communities in Western Kenya for over twenty-years.

For the past six years, we have supported small-scale farmers to make the best use of their small parcels of land so that they can become food secure. While our efforts and interventions have empowered farmers to increase their crop yields, pay for their children’s school fees, and meet most of their nutritional requirements, the impact of climate change is wreaking havoc on rural economies.

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Kennington and Musanda: A Unique Twinning to Build Bridges Across Continents

The Nasio Trust, in collaboration with the Kennington community, is embarking on an exciting and meaningful journey to twin two vibrant communities: Musanda in Western Kenya and Kennington in the UK.

This historic partnership will foster cultural exchange, strengthen global connections, and create invaluable learning opportunities for both communities.

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The Nasio Trust Annual Report 2023

We’re pleased to present our annual report for 2023. Find out what Nasio achieved and celebrate with us. Download your online version by clicking here now.

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