About Us
Tumaini Hands Mission (THM) is a community-based nonprofit founded in Eldoret, Kenya, with a simple belief: hope can transform communities when put into action.
Founded in 2017 by local leaders and health workers, THM supports vulnerable children and families affected by poverty, school dropout, and limited access to healthcare. Today, we work across schools, health centres, and villages in Eldoret, Bungoma, and Trans Nzoia.
Our programmes focus on education, healthcare, and community service, including early childhood learning, school mentorship, tutoring, health awareness, hygiene and nutrition outreach, and women and youth empowerment.
As a grassroots, volunteer-led organization, we believe in living with the community, learning from the community, and serving where help is needed most. This is not just a visit—it is an opportunity to contribute to real community impact.
Program at a glance
Why choose us?
Choose Tumaini Hands Mission (THM) for a personal, hands-on volunteering experience with a small local team. Instead of being one of many volunteers, you will work directly with our team, build meaningful relationships with the community, and see your impact every day. You’ll also experience authentic Kenyan culture by staying with a host family, enjoying local food, learning Swahili, and becoming part of the community.
We provide personalized orientation, 24/7 local support, flexible roles based on your skills, and a certificate of service. Your contribution directly supports the local community, making THM a place for real connection, meaningful learning, and positive impact.
Requirements
- Age: 18+; volunteers aged 16–17 may join with written parental/guardian consent
- Language: Basic English required. Our team also speaks Swahili and Kalenjin
- Documents: Valid passport, appropriate Kenyan visa, and travel health insurance. Police clearance is recommended for those working with children
- Health: Good physical health and required yellow fever vaccination. COVID vaccination is recommended
- Mindset: Open-minded, flexible, respectful of local culture and traditions
- Restrictions: No smoking or drugs in schools or children’s centres
- Commitment: Minimum 2 weeks and willingness to adapt to basic living conditions
- Dress Code: Modest clothing in schools and villages
- Nationality: Volunteers from all nationalities, faiths, and backgrounds are welcome
- Diet: Vegetarian and vegan meals can be accommodated with advance notice
Volunteer experience
- 7:00 AM: Breakfast with the host family
- 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Project work such as teaching, tutoring vulnerable children, or community health outreach
- 12:00 – 2:00 PM: Lunch break and rest
- 2:00 – 4:00 PM: Youth mentorship, women’s empowerment, farming, or lesson planning
- 4:00 PM: Free time, play with children, or cultural exchange
- 7:00 PM: Dinner with the host family and reflection
- Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, approximately 4–5 hours per day
- Weekends: Free for rest, travel, and exploration
$120 USD per week / $480 per month
- Location: Carefully selected host families near Eldoret town in a safe, welcoming village
- Room: Private or shared room, with a maximum of 2 volunteers per room
- Facilities: Bed, mosquito net, storage, shared bathroom, hot bucket shower, and Western-style toilet
- Utilities: Electricity, piped water, and Wi-Fi are available
- Capacity: Host families can accommodate up to 10 volunteers at a time
- Alternative: A small volunteer house is also available for those who prefer it
- Environment: Safe, clean, comfortable, and welcoming
- 3 meals per day, Monday to Sunday
- Traditional Kenyan food including ugali, rice, beans, vegetables, chapati, eggs, fruits, and tea
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and halal options available with advance notice
- Drinking water, tea, and coffee provided throughout the stay
- Meals are prepared by the host family and shared together
- Weekdays: Enjoy village walks, visit Eldoret Market, play football with local youth, learn to cook ugali, try basket weaving, or visit local churches and mosques
- Weekends: Explore Kakamega Rainforest, Kerio Valley, Nandi Hills, or take trips to the Source of the Nile in Uganda or Maasai Mara for a safari
- Cultural Experiences: Join cultural evenings featuring traditional dance, drumming, and storytelling with local elders
- Travel Support: We can help arrange affordable local transportation for weekend trips
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