Raise the Roof

The attached photo of the main water source into Nyalenda was taken at the spot where Walter and his organization, Pamba Zuko, plan to build a shelter/structure to house their programs. The land, donated by the owner, is centrally located in Nyalenda. The stream serving as their water source actually separates Nyalenda A from Nyalenda B, a strange division created by the municipal government. So this spot is ideal for bringing the young children and widows together for income-generating programs, education on children's rights and AIDS prevention and training in water sanitation.

My wonderful, former co-workers at Experian gave me a going away gift of $100. As with Kourtney's gift, I brought it to Africa with plans to use it to improve someone's life. Walter, Tony and I got together last night and again today to look at the drawings of the shelter/building to be constructed on this site by the stream. We've determined 30,000 Kenyans shillings (or about $350US) will buy the materials for the shelter. Labor will be provided by community members, many of whom are members of Pambo Zuko and lifelong friends of Walter and Tony. So the $100 from the Fabulous Folks at Experian will go toward the initial building materials of sand, cement, timber and nails. Walter is encouraged that just the sight of building materials being delivered to this little parcel of land will be enough to lift the spirits of Nyalenda's residents.

Thank you Fabulous Folks of Experian!! We'll document the construction and I'll be sure to keep you updated on just how far your monies go to enrich the lives of these very bright and deserving people!!