Overview

Smiles of an African Child

Founded with the belief that every child deserves access to education and dignity, Smiles of an African Child is a grassroots, nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting vulnerable children across Kenya and beyond. We provide school uniforms, sanitary towels, books, and pens essential tools that allow children to attend school confidently, focus on learning, and unlock a brighter future.

Legal Status

Smiles of an African Child is a non-governmental, non-profit organization registered in Kenya. We operate independently through donations, volunteer support, and strategic partnerships with local communities, schools, and health champions.

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People Benefited

A continent where every child thrives through access to education, dignity, and opportunity. Empowering smiles, shaping futures.

To restore hope and dignity to children in underserved communities by providing essential educational resources — including school uniforms, sanitary towels, books, and pens while fostering inclusive support systems that empower every child to learn, grow, and lead.

Core Focus Areas

  • Educational Access: Distributing school uniforms and learning materials to eliminate barriers to attendance.
  • Menstrual Health & Hygiene: Providing sanitary towels and awareness sessions to empower school-going girls.
  • Community Engagement: Mobilizing volunteers, educators, and guardians to promote inclusive development.
  • Child Empowerment: Fostering dignity, hope, and leadership in children through focused, compassionate support.

Target Beneficiaries

Primary school children in underserved communities, particularly girls, orphans, and children affected by poverty and health challenges.

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Projects Completed
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Happy Repeat Donors
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Partner Fundings
14 k+
Beneficiaries
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Target Beneficiaries

Primary school children in underserved communities, particularly girls, orphans, and children affected by poverty and health challenges.