Real stories, real change—witnessing the impact of community transformation across Western Kenya.
Active initiatives driving focused environmental and educational sustainability.
Tree planting and environmental stewardship programs conducted across selected primary and secondary schools in Busia and Kakamega counties.
Direct experiences from beneficiaries whose lives and educations have been reshaped through community support.
Raised by a single mother, Emmanuel excelled in his national primary examinations but was unable to afford secondary school fees. Through TBCN’s education funding, he completed secondary school and is now pursuing Radiology at Kenya Medical Training College.
“I may not have gone this far without the organization's support.”
The eldest of three children, Hendricka became the primary caregiver for her mother—who lives with a mental health condition—following her father's death. TBCN stepped in with school support and holistic care, allowing her to remain enrolled in school.
“For me, it is a dream come true... at least now there is hope and a future.”
The son of peasant farmers, Onyango believed his academic path had ended because his parents were struggling to support his older siblings' basic education. TBCN provided full sponsorship, enabling him to attend Sigalame High School.
“When all seemed impossible, God provided a way through the Borne Community Network.”
After finishing secondary school in 2022, Rodger spent three years doing manual labor due to a lack of funds for tertiary studies. Attending a TBCN mentorship workshop reconnected him to educational support for higher learning.
“What seemed impossible is now possible. It has been three years of waiting. Thank you, The Borne Community Network.”
Understanding the socio-economic landscape across Busia and Kakamega counties where TBCN operates.
Poverty rates in Busia and Kakamega (compared to 36% nationally)
Primary-to-secondary school transition rate (compared to 83% nationally)
Youth unemployment rate across rural communities in the region