Jonathan Jackson Foundation and I&M Foundation Partner to Fund local groups in Nairobi informal Communities.

• Communications Team
• February 26, 2024
• JJF News, Press Release
• Economic Empowerment, Jenga Bizna
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Jonathan Jackson Foundation (JJF) and the I&M Foundation are thrilled to announce the successful donation of capital goods to women and youth groups in the Kawangware community under JJF’s Jenga Bizna Mtaani program. This event, held on February 23rd, is part of their strategic partnership aimed at fostering various business ventures within Nairobi’s informal communities.

The groups funded include Kamai Youth Group, New 56 Reformed Youth Group, Tujisaidie Women Group, Quality Women Group, Jiendeleze Group, Resist Crime, and Warembo Unique. A total of 126 members from these groups have benefited.

The donations comprise a variety of capital goods, such as Mobile Mini Markets, Salon and Beauty Cosmetics, eight food vending Smokie trolleys, and Car Wash machines. These resources are expected to jumpstart diverse business ventures, creating an estimated 17 new jobs and significantly contributing to the economic growth of these communities.

JJF’s Chairman, Jonathan Jackson, was present during this momentous occasion. He thanked the I&M Foundation for supporting JJF’s Jenga Bizna Mtaani programs, with the mission of empowering community groups to establish businesses and aiding them towards self-employment and economic independence.

A member of the Team change youth group expressed their gratitude, saying

This initiative has not only provided us with resources but also hope a way to provide for ourselves

Emmanuel Odhiambo – Team change youth group, Kawangware

Similarly, a beneficiary from the Jiendeleze Self-help Group shared

“We are grateful for this opportunity. The resources we received today will significantly help us establish our business and achieve financial independence.

Lauren Chemei – Jiendeleze Self-help Group, Kawangware

The event was a resounding success, featuring direct engagement with community members and interactive sessions on sustainable business practices.

About the Jonathan Jackson Foundation:

Jonathan Jackson Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering community change by providing sustainable livelihoods for youth and women in informal settlements in Kenya.

About the I&M Foundation:

I&M Foundation is an initiative by I&M Bank Kenya that invests in society to generate a positive multiplier effect that will benefit society, the environment, and the economy.

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