Family Care program model

It's a torrentially rainy season for the families we support and the United Kenya Rising (UKR) staff who work with them. It’s also the same time of year as ‘mud season’ for many of us in the US, making water a fitting theme for this update.

In this update we celebrate the humble leafy vegetable and its surprisingly central role in the lives of those we serve. From giant spinach to indigenous spider plant, leaves cooked in oil and onions are referred to broadly as mboga. And most Kenyans eat these greens every single day.

In one average day, UKR sends five families a total of about $320 through mobile money transfers. This update shows how that typically looks and the impact it unlocks.

Our 2025 Annual Letter is a collection of brief stories reflecting on generosity and gratitude. Each each one is a simple but powerful reminder that kindness is all around.

What the team is learning is that it’s areas they don’t see day-to-day, those places far off main roads and sometimes inaccessible by car, that present the best opportunity for UKR to make a transformational impact.

In mid-February, families from the new Shikoti zone went to our Gisambai zone for a benchmarking and learning visit. They returned home with great excitement and confidence that they too will make big changes happen within a very short time.

The report contains a great overview of our Family Care model, as well as impact numbers, inspiring stories, and some truly great photos.