Westridge Foundation
The Westridge Foundation is a community-driven initiative rooted in Western Kenya, committed to breaking the cycle of poverty for rural families who live below the poverty index. Many children in neglected villages lack access to quality education, healthcare, and economic opportunities.
Founded in early 2025 after conducting extensive poverty research in Western Kenya, we began as a small educational initiative serving children in Kakamega County. Our research revealed critical gaps in education access and economic opportunities that we are now addressing through our comprehensive programs.
Our approach combines world-class education with community empowerment, ensuring sustainable change that lifts families out of poverty permanently. We believe that every child deserves the tools to thrive, regardless of their background or circumstances.
To provide world-class education and empowerment programs for underprivileged communities, ensuring every child has the opportunity to become a resilient, responsible leader.
A just and thriving society where individuals are educated, empowered, and equipped to realize their full potential.
Westridge Foundation was founded after comprehensive poverty research in Western Kenya revealed critical gaps in education and economic opportunities.
Launched our initial educational programs serving children in western Kenya with foundational literacy and numeracy skills.
Introduced our girls' empowerment initiative to address gender inequality and keep girls in school, with full implementation planned for 2026.
Planned extension of our programs to additional villages in Western Kenya, with a goal of serving over 500 children annually.
Scheduled implementation of our innovative blended curriculum combining Kenyan and international educational frameworks.
Ensuring fairness and inclusion in every initiative we undertake.
Upholding the highest ethical standards in all our operations.
Serving others with compassion and humanity at our core.
Creating opportunities for people to take control of their lives.
Embracing creative, research-backed solutions for sustainable change.
Westridge Foundation operates with a dedicated Board of Governors (BOG), responsible for ensuring effective management and strategic direction. The BOG plays a crucial role in guiding the foundation's long-term goals and policies, overseeing financial and operational sustainability, and ensuring compliance with educational, social, and economic development standards.
Our board members bring diverse expertise in education, community development, finance, and nonprofit management to provide mentorship and guidance that enhances our program implementation.
Meet Our BoardMillions of families in rural Kenya still face extreme poverty, lacking access to education and economic opportunities. Together, we can break these generational cycles of hardship.