On Saturday, December 6th, the Ngong Road Children’s Foundation (NRCF) hosted its Annual General Meeting (AGM) at City Prime in Ngando. The event was a powerful gathering, uniting over 300 families and more than 250 NRCF beneficiaries to celebrate a year of significant achievements and renew the commitment to transforming lives through education in Nairobi.
Key 2025 Successes Highlight the Education-to-Employment Model
The 2025 report showcased the expansive reach of the NRCF program:
- 333 active beneficiaries received comprehensive support.
- 264 alumni continued to receive guidance and mentorship.
- 45 graduates successfully completed their post-secondary education this year.
The program’s core goal—sustainable employment—was strongly validated by an impressive 70% employment rate among alumni. This figure clearly demonstrates the effectiveness of NRCF’s education-to-employment model.
STEM and Digital Learning Drive Student Futures
Digital learning and early exposure to STEM careers proved to be a major highlight this year within the Elimu Hub. The initiative is successfully inspiring the next generation of technologists:
- A notable 56% of Grade 9 learners selected STEM pathways, reflecting growing student interest and confidence in science and technology fields.
Launching the 5-Year Strategic Plan: Vision 2030
A major focus of the AGM was the official update on NRCF’s five-year strategic plan. This ambitious roadmap aims to significantly scale the Foundation’s reach:
- Goal: Increase the number of active students supported to 1,000 by 2030.
- Next Step: NRCF plans to support 100 new students in 2026 as part of its goal to reduce the waiting list to zero by its 20th anniversary.
Parents were fully engaged in the discussion, which also covered plans for strengthening program delivery and deepening support for families and local communities.
NRCF extends heartfelt appreciation to the partners and friends who made this year’s AGM a success, including: Bimeda Limited, Braeburn School, Kimfay East Africa, Teleflex, and Alesan Sisters
Your support continues to brighten the lives of our children and strengthen our community.