Six Months of Impact in Lamu
In late August 2021, we launched our first call for proposals. 6 months later, we’ve set up a local advisory board, awarded 5 amazing grants, received applications for 11 and are now open for our third round of funding!
The innovative grants we’ve awarded are:
- The Fanya Safi Waste Coalition received £15,000 to create a robust waste collection system in Lamu and Manda Islands – see their updates.
- Sisters 4 Change received £5000 to create an education curriculum for female youth in Pate Island – see their updates.
- Save Lamu who launched the project beekeeping to enhance ecosytem restoration and livelihoods in Lamu Archipelago’s mangrove communities and are set to receive £47,000 over 4 years.
- Earth Love LTD who are running a practical permaculture design course for Lamu Island residents with £4200
- Faza Youth Action Group who are building the capacity of BMUs in Pate Island with £6400
In just 6 months, we’ve pledged a total of £77,600 to go directly to grassroots environmental conservation organisations in Lamu Archipelago. And we aren’t stopping yet…
We’re calling for more project proposals within Lamu, the applications are open until the 11th March. Are you running an environmental project in Lamu, if so, you can apply here.
Already there are some exciting projects coming our way including:
- A multi-pronged approach to save Lake Kenyatta
- Creating climate change resilience using the arts
- Setting up marine protected areas in Lamu Archipelago
You can continue to support our work by making a one-time donation, or contacting Hannah our Executive Director to come on board as a continued supporter.
