RealFoundations and Crossing Thresholds are thrilled to announce the successful grand opening of Community Pillars, a new primary school in Kibera, a slum community of Nairobi, Kenya, developed to serve underprivileged children in the local surrounding area.
In 2018, RealFoundations contributed $75,000 (half of the estimated cost) towards the establishment of a new school primary school, the fourth of its kind launched by Crossing Thresholds in Kenya. Construction began in December 2021 and the doors finally opened to students on April 29th, 2022.
During the first week, Community Pillars welcomed 86 preschoolers, 105 lower primary students (grades 1-4), and 59 upper primary students (grades 5-7). These 250 students now benefit from daily nutrition, emotional support, and access to a quality education that promises a brighter future. RealFoundations looks forward to traveling to Kibera for the dedication ceremony of Community Pillars in July 2022 and sharing future updates on this valuable program.
“I am beyond grateful for my friend, Chris Shaida. Generosity is a rare quality, and his generosity has helped me in countless ways. With the backing of RealFoundations, our shared generosity is changing the destiny of children’s lives. On their behalf, I thank RealFoundations. The boat is rising.”
— Carter Via, Executive Director and Founder, Crossing Thresholds
