Small Solutions Big Ideas began in 2010 in response to the overwhelming challenges met by African countries with large youth populations and limited education resources. At that time there was no internet, no cell phones, no computers in schools. We answered that call and built a strong program by supplying laptops, internet, and new learning programs.
These are communities of small farmers that experience droughts and floods threatening their livelihoods. Their needs were discussed again at the recent COP29. What is our responsibility to these countries who contribute less than 5% of the carbon causing climate warming, yet suffer their lives and survival.? Our team must address this question in order to fairly support the lives of these children. The COP recommendations are that instead of giving loans, give grants to plant forests, build environmental assets. These children are part of that effort. We hope that you and environmental funders will consider grass roots groups who are on the ground and can manage projects in these communities.
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These are communities of small farmers that experience droughts and floods threatening their livelihoods. Their needs were discussed again at the recent COP29. What is our responsibility to these countries who contribute less than 5% of the carbon causing climate warming, yet suffer their lives and survival.? Our team must address this question in order to fairly support the lives of these children. The COP recommendations are that instead of giving loans, give grants to plant forests, build environmental assets. These children are part of that effort. We hope that you and environmental funders will consider grass roots groups who are on the ground and can manage projects in these communities.
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Primary Education Since 2011, we have provided schools in Kenya with important resources, such as laptops, tablets, internet and learning tools and curriculums for technology, health, art, problem-solving, the environment and more.
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Scholarships
SSBI provides Secondary School Scholarships that make it possible for kids to continue learning. We also refer to this as our Leadership Program, because this who we see emerging!
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Other Programs: Mentoring, Running, AgriculturePrograms for youth at the Rise Kenyan Youth Center for experiential education and community-building. 2024 First Year Running Program organized. by Mercy Nwabile teacher and Justin Lagat Coach. Runners will compete Dec. & in Chepsaita. |
Rise Kenyan Youth Running Program (a new fast moving group) |
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Annual Service & Safari Trip
with Rise Kenyan Youth
Join us!
The Safari with Samantyl Travels was an invigorating and transforming part of the year's visit
Being among so much wildlife, witnessing lions tracking game, bright pink flamingos lifting their delicate wings, elands, gazelles and antelope with curving antlers, and all the delicate shades of reds and browns, is something you can never forget.
Pictures from our 2023 Trip
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Joining us means making memories
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Above New SSBI Board Member Kevin Woods during the 2023 Service Trip and Safari. He's still smiling!
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Wildlife Photos of Laikipia Conservancy taken during the 2023 Service and Safari Trip by Kevin Woods, Mary Flaherty and Rose Hickey.
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Small Solutions Big Ideas is a nonprofit dedicated to empowering Kenyan youth through education and technology.
Small Solutions Inc. 501c3 27-1515416
3 Oak Street Newburyport MA 01950. (617) 320-1098
Small Solutions Inc. 501c3 27-1515416
3 Oak Street Newburyport MA 01950. (617) 320-1098