Kenyan Local Support

Distribution Day

Distribution Day

The Kenyan Imani Project is a government-recognized community-based nonprofit organization in Kenya. The area it serves is in a rural region of Eastern Kenya, near the confluence of the Sabaki River and the Indian Ocean. We have two site directors who keep the project operating and provide goods and services throughout the year to meet the needs of the children and families we serve. We have an office in Misufini Village where the distributions and meetings are held. It serves as the headquarters for the Imani Project in Kenya.
In addition, four Rotary Club members have volunteered to help with the distributions and to act as an oversight board.

Site Support in Kenya

Jessica Voti

Jessica Voti Site Director

Jessica has worked with the Imani Project since January 2024. She is exceptionally organized and works tirelessly to keep everything running smoothly. Jessica is currently working on an advanced diploma in Project Management.

Thomas Rimba

Thomas Rimba Community Liaison

Thomas holds a diploma in Community Development and Project Management.  He has experience in Gender Based Violence, health, education, and broader community work. He has a strong passion for community service and believes education is the foundation of progress.  He has conducted surveys, worked with families skeptical of education, tracked school attendance and performance, and engaged both schools and students’ homes.  

Alice Gathuita

Alice Gathuita Nutritionist

Alice was consulted to make recommendations regarding proper nutrition, with an emphasis on childhood nutritional needs. During the June 2025 distribution, she spoke to all the children and their guardians about easy ways to serve the children meals with high nutritional value. Alice’s recommendations are being used when purchasing food for distributions.

Merab Shibuyanga Rotary Club

Merab Shibuyanga – Malindi Rotary Club Past President

Rotary Club of Malindi, Kenya

Partnering with the Rotary Club of Malindi

The Rotary Club of Malindi is providing invaluable support to the Imani Project in several key areas:

  • Identifying nutritionist-approved food items for distribution.

  • Negotiating the lowest possible prices from trusted vendors.

  • Assisting with the purchase and procurement process.

  • Overseeing direct distribution of food to Imani Project families.

To ensure every donor dollar goes further, the Rotary Club team:

  • Obtains competitive quotes from multiple vendors.

  • Coordinates purchases of food, grains, and seeds.

  • Provides detailed reports and receipts directly to the Imani Project Board of Directors.

The global Rotary motto is “Service Above Self.”
It is important to provide our donors with a trusted organization to provide oversight for our programs in Kenya. The Rotary Club is a respected international organization our sponsors recognize and trust. Their involvement offers reassurance that your contributions support a credible and sustainable effort.

This partnership is rooted in shared values:

  • The Imani Project's commitment to serving families.

  • The Rotary Club's deep experience and local leadership.

We are sincerely grateful to the Rotary Club of Malindi for their years of dedication and community service. Together, we are building a stronger support system for the families who rely on us.

Rotaract Members Collins Onyango Stephen Ochieng Lodger Oudieki

Young Rotary/Rotaract members: Collins Onyango, Stephen Ochieng, Lodger Oudieki