Beyond Fistula

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Beyond Fistula is a non-profit charity that helps women and girls in Africa who have recently undergone surgical repair for fistulas. Donating helps these women get an education and training in order reintegrate into society. Please help us make the world a better place by donating to these women in need. Remember, a little contribution can do a lot!

Validators

Christine Christine
I am a retired Operating Room nurse from California and I have 2 grown children. I have had a passion and a calling to work in developing counties most of my life. I have done short term services projects and spent many vacations working overseas. I began coming to Kenya in 2009 working with a… More
Debra Debra
I am the co-founder and Executive Director of Beyond Fistula. I founded the nonprofit in 2012 after seeing how much these young Kenyan women needed help rebuilding their lives after recovering from a childbirth injury known as obstetric fistula. I am endlessly motivated by their hope and tenacity… More

Needs validated

$420of $400

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5 supporters
Funded on 4/12/2016

Selena from Eldoret, KE

Young Kenyan woman eager to stay independent. I need a supplies to open my own shop.

I am working hard to earn an income so that my family will not sell me into marriage. I need a sewing machine, fabric and rent for a small shop. More

Validated by Christine from Beyond Fistula

$300of $300

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5 supporters
Funded on 5/11/2016

Beryl from Eldoret, KE

Caring for my grandparents & siblings. Tailoring equipment will allow me to succeed!

I need to pay for my sewing machine, living expenses and pay for an apprenticeship with an experienced tailor to further my skills More

Validated by Christine from Beyond Fistula

$300of $300

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5 supporters
Funded on 3/21/2016

Maureen from Eldoret, KE

New mother living in Kenya. Help me purchase equipment to start my business.

I've completed training to become a tailor. I need to purchase my sewing machine and enroll in an apprenticeship to support my newborn baby. More

Validated by Christine from Beyond Fistula

$400of $400

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5 supporters
Funded on 6/5/2016

Roslyn from Eldoret, Kenya

Raising my daughter on my own. Starting my own business will help us move forward.

I'm determined to find the means to provide my daughter an education. I need to pay for my sewing machine, purchase more fabric and pay rent for a working space. More

Validated by Christine from Beyond Fistula

$270of $400

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3 supporters
Funded on 7/28/2016

Susan from Eldoret, Kenya

Kenyan woman struggling to maintain my independence. Starting my my own business will help me get there!

My parents want to sell me into marriage. I know I can support myself independently. Help me purchase start-up materials for my tailoring business. More

Validated by Christine from Beyond Fistula

$140of $400

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4 supporters
Funded on 7/28/2016

Winnie from Eldoret, Kenya

I'm a survivor of fistula. Starting my own tailoring business will help me move forward

I love doing tailoring and bead work, and I am ready to start my own shop. Help me purchase a sewing machine and materials to begin selling my work! More

Validated by Christine from Beyond Fistula

$505of $500

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6 supporters
Funded on 6/21/2016

Emily from Eldoret, Kenya

Independent mother of 4. I need inventory to make a go of my business.

My husband abandoned me and our 4 children when I was diagnosed with fistula. I need help starting my clothing business to make an independent living. More

Validated by Christine from Beyond Fistula

$451of $450

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12 supporters
Funded on 6/14/2016

Sophia from Eldoret, Kenya

Independent mother. Essential supplies will help me complete my education.

Despite my family's lack of support, I'm determined to complete school to become independent. I need help paying for essential supplies to make it. More

Validated by Christine from Beyond Fistula

$400of $400

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2 supporters
Funded on 7/13/2016

Rosy from Eldoret, Kenya

I'm a survivor of fistula. Starting my own business will allow me to provide for my 2 boys.

My deepest desire is to be able to feed, clothe and educate my children. Help me start my business so I can do just that. More

Validated by Christine from Beyond Fistula

$235of $450

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6 supporters
Funded on 7/28/2016

Jones from Eldoret, Kenya

Single mother and farmer in Kenya. A cow will enable me to support my family.

I need a cow to better provide for my family of 6. I'll be able to feed my children and sell milk in order to keep them growing up healthy! More

Validated by Christine from Beyond Fistula

$185of $400

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6 supporters
Funded on 7/28/2016

Mercy from Eldoret, Kenya

Independent mom starting my own business. I need to purchase essential supplies.

I know starting my own business will help me become independent & thrive. I need a sewing machine, materials and rent to open my space in my home country of Kenya. More

Validated by Christine from Beyond Fistula

$98of $450

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2 supporters
Funded on 2/17/2017

Faith from Eldoret, Kenya

Ready to start my own dress-making business. I just need a sewing machine to get started!

I need to pay for my training course and sewing machine to start on my path towards owning my own business. More

Validated by Christine from Beyond Fistula

$200of $200

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3 supporters
Funded on 8/2/2018

Grace from Kericho County, Kenya

I'm determined to carve my own path. A plot of land will help me become self-sufficient.

I need funds to lease an acre of land ($100 per year) and for fertilizer, seeds and farming supplies. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$160of $160

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3 supporters
Funded on 8/4/2018

Wiliter from Eldoret, Kenya

I'm ready to start my own business. $160 in start-up funds will let me launch!

I need some basic start-up supplies to start my business selling clothes to my community. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$80of $200

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3 supporters
Funded on 12/19/2018

Prisca from Eldoret, Kenya

I'm a mother and small business owner. $200 will help me expand my hardware shop.

I support my 4 kids with my modest hardware shop. With your help, I can expand my business to a larger space and help my family maintain stability. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$70of $180

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2 supporters
Funded on 12/19/2018

Jemima from Eldoret, Kenya

I'm ready to be an entrepreneur. A mobile payment machine will help me get there!

I need funds to buy a mobile payment machine and supplies to start up my kiosk business again selling sugar and rice. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$200of $200

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4 supporters
Funded on 8/10/2018

Resi from Eldoret, Kenya

I want to become a tailor. Basic sewing supplies will help me start my business!

I need funds to buy a sewing machine and bolts of fabric and supplies to start my tailoring business. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$210of $200

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6 supporters
Funded on 11/26/2018

Winny from Eldoret, Kenya

I am ready to start a farm. Just need to cover the cost of a plot of land.

I need funds to lease a plot of land and buy chickens and goats. I learned farming skills through a local training program and know I will succeed. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$200of $200

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6 supporters
Funded on 11/26/2018

Elizabeth from Eldoret, Kenya

I am determined to start my shop. Just need to cover start-up costs.

My goal is to sell clothes to support my family and pay my children’s school fees. Some start-up costs will help me launch my business! More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$220of $210

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2 supporters
Funded on 12/30/2018

Nelly from Eldoret, Kenya

Ready to begin a farm! Just need supplies to get started.

I need funds ($210) to buy supplies to start farming - seeds, fertilizer, rice, corn, beans, chickens and a goat. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$230of $180

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4 supporters
Funded on 1/22/2019

Caroline from Eldoret, Kenya

Healthy and ready to start earning to feed my family!

Seeking funds to buy more chickens and a coop. I also plan to buy better quality seeds and fertilizer to improve the yield from my land. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$200of $200

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2 supporters
Funded on 2/14/2019

Sheila from Eldoret, Kenya

Finally healthy and ready to start providing for my family!

I need funds ($200) to buy fertilizer and supplies for farming - sugar, rice, and other crops. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$200of $200

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3 supporters
Funded on 12/18/2018

Margaret from Eldoret, Kenya

Ready to use my new farming skills to earn income!

I need funds ($200) for farming supplies - sugar, rice, corn, beans, chickens, a chicken coop, and chicken feed. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$200of $200

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1 supporter
Funded on 12/25/2018

Bright from Eldoret, Kenya

Single mother ready to grow food for my family - just need some supplies!

I need funds ($240) to lease an acre of land, buy seeds, fertilizer and some farming tools. I also plan to purchase some chickens and a goat. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$150of $150

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1 supporter
Funded on 12/7/2018

Nivea from Eldoret, Kenya

I'm a survivor of abuse + in recovery from surgery. Need help w/ school fees.

Nothing is going to stand in the way of me completing my education—I just need help covering the fees. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$200of $200

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1 supporter
Funded on 12/7/2018

Cynthia from Eldoret, Kenya

I'm recovering from surgery. I need to cover a fee to continue my vocational program.

After developing a fistula from giving birth, I am determined to get my diploma. I need to cover my program fee and some basic supplies. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$100of $100

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1 supporter
Funded on 12/7/2018

Rose from Eldoret, Kenya

Need help covering transporation to my next semester of vocational school.

After my final surgery, I will be able to start my healing process. Just a small amount of funds will help me keep going to school. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$200of $200

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3 supporters
Funded on 2/14/2019

Elizabeth from Eldoret, Kenya

Healing and ready to grow my businesses!

I need funds ($200) to buy a plot of land and expand my business. I want to have a larger shop with a bigger range of merchandise to expand my shop. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$135of $200

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5 supporters
Funded on 4/5/2019

Gladys from Eldoret, Kenya

Finally healthy and ready to expand our farming business!

I need funds ($200) to lease a plot of land and purchase supplies to expand our farming. Once we have more land, we can grow our farming business. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$150of $150

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1 supporter
Funded on 1/7/2019

Rose from Eldoret, Kenya

Need start up capital for my tailoring business to support myself and my children

I need funds ($150) to buy materials for tailoring. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$200of $200

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7 supporters
Funded on 3/29/2019

Mary from Eldoret, Kenya

Ready to support my family through starting a jewelry business

I need raw materials to make my necklaces and I need capital to rent a space for my shop. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$200of $200

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6 supporters
Funded on 4/13/2019

Beidin from Eldoret, Kenya

Ready to start a fish farming business to support and feed my children!

I need fish and tools to harvest fish. I have skills in fish farming and now business, and just need the capital to start my own small business. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$210of $210

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4 supporters
Funded on 4/12/2019

Merap from Eldoret, Kenya

Need farming supplies to farm my land and support my family

I need funds to buy farm materials - sugar and rice to plant, and a chicken for eggs. I also plan to purchase a goat for milk. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$220of $220

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5 supporters
Funded on 4/12/2019

Miriam from Eldoret, Kenya

Finally healthy and ready to start farming and providing for my family!

I need funds ($220) to lease 1 acre of land and buy supplies to start farming. I plan to purchase seeds, fertilizer and farm tools. I am also plan More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$100of $200

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4 supporters
Funded on 7/5/2019

Salome from Eldoret, Kenya

A cow will help me feed my family, and even earn money to send my kids to school.

I've been working part time but could use more income for my children. I have skills to care for a cow & sell her milk but I need $200 to buy one. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$70of $200

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2 supporters
Funded on 7/5/2019

Mary from Eldoret, Kenya

Healthy after 31 years, now I want to provide by farming. I need land to do it on!

I have farming and business skills; I want enough land that I can sell the excess crops for income. I'm ready to start a new chapter in my life! More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$150of $150

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1 supporter
Funded on 5/10/2019

Frida from Eldoret, Kenya

Need farming supplies and land to start providing for my children!

I'm working as a farm laborer; now I want to start my own business with my skills. All I need is $150 to lease land / buy supplies to get started. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$150of $150

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4 supporters
Funded on 9/1/2019

Agnes from Eldoret, Kenya

A business reselling goats could support my family; I just need funds to get started!

After a recent health issue, I'm ready to support my family. I have experience selling goats; a few a month could pay for my children's food & school. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$200of $200

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4 supporters
Funded on 8/12/2019

Nancy from Eldoret, Kenya

It's tough as a student and mother. I want to start a side business selling chickens.

I've been in school & will graduate in August, but for now I have trouble feeding my children. With funds I can buy chickens to sell for a profit. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$236of $200

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5 supporters
Funded on 7/17/2019

Jenes from Eldoret, CA

Mother of four; just $200 can help me get land and supplies to start a farm!

I have recently recovered from a fistula and learned farming and business skills. I want to start a farm to feed my children and send them to school. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$127of $260

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2 supporters
Funded on 10/24/2019

Catherine from Eldoret, Kenya

I've learned business skills; now I want to start a farm to feed my family.

Beyond Fistula taught me skills I can use; now I want to lease land to farm & buy a cow. From there, I'll be able to earn income and support my boys. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$200of $400

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2 supporters
Funded on 10/24/2019

Leah from Eldoret, Kenya

Healthy after years of injury, now I'm ready to start a farm. I need your help!

I have farm skills and I'm ready to work. I need $400 to buy a cow, lease land, and buy farm supplies. I'll be able to support my family! More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$250of $250

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4 supporters
Funded on 11/26/2019

Diana from Eldoret, Kenya

I want to support my family as a hairdresser; I need $250 to lease a space!

I've taken vocational classes and I only need $250 to lease a space and buy equipment. I want to take advantage of my health and support my child! More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$200of $200

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2 supporters
Funded on 12/16/2019

Sharon from Eldoret, Kenya

I've learned to be a tailor; with a sewing machine I can support my family.

I've learned vocational and business skills; now I need $200 to buy a sewing machine and fabric. I will support myself & my child through tailoring. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$300of $300

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3 supporters
Funded on 12/25/2019

Lucy from Eldoret, Kenya

I've regained my health; I need to funds to build a dam to irrigate my farm!

I'm blessed to be finally healthy. I recently inherited some land; I need to construct a dam to redirect water so I can farm & support my family. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$300of $300

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2 supporters
Funded on 4/7/2020

Esther from Eldoret, Kenya

I have the skills and will to start a farm for my family. I need land and seeds!

I have recovered from a fistula and have learned farming skills. I need to lease a plot of land and buy seeds to start a farm and earn an income! More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$300of $300

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5 supporters
Funded on 4/28/2020

Esther from Eldoret, Kenya

Mother of nine; I've recovered my health and want to start a farm for my family.

I need just $300 to lease a plot of land and buy seeds. I'm ready to start a business and support my kids' school fees, I just need some help! More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$400of $400

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3 supporters
Funded on 5/15/2020

Beatrice from Eldoret, Kenya

I need to buy a sewing machine and fabric, and I will be able to support my kids.

I've recovered from surgery and I'm ready to work to send my three kids to school. I want to make Maasai clothing, a style popular here in Kenya. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$170of $250

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3 supporters
Funded on 9/2/2020

Alice from Eldoret, Kenya

I'm starting a farm to support my four kids. I have skills but need land and supplies

With just $250 I can lease land and supplies. I've learned business skills and I'm ready for the challenge, I just need help with this first step. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$155of $250

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4 supporters
Funded on 9/2/2020

Naomi from Eldoret, Kenya

I'm healthy and ready to start a business to support my child. Just need supplies!

I've learned tailoring and business skills and I'm ready to open a business. I just need funds to lease space and buy a sewing machine and fabric. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$300of $300

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5 supporters
Funded on 6/22/2020

Esther from Eldoret, Kenya

Just $300 will be enough to send my granddaughter to school.

The funds will pay for her fees, books, uniform, and food. She recently had surgery; this money will let her go to school while I earn an income. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$200of $200

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2 supporters
Funded on 7/15/2020

Rukia from Eldoret, Kenya

I'm healthy and starting a grocery business; $200 will let me get started!

I've recovered from surgery and want to use a grocery business to support my family. $200 will help me buy the inventory I need to get started. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$210of $175

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2 supporters
Funded on 6/30/2020

Caroline from Eldoret, Kenya

I've recovered from surgery and learned farm skills. I need $175 to get started!

I want to support my family thru farming. I've learned skills to run my business; I just need money for corn and beans to get started. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$200of $200

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1 supporter
Funded on 8/10/2020

Joyce from Eldoret, Kenya

With $200 I can expand my grocery business & support my kids' education.

I've overcome a health challenge and learned new business skills. With just $200 I can buy a shop space and inventory. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$500of $500

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8 supporters
Funded on 9/3/2020

Agnes from Eldoret, Kenya

I want to build a stable life through a fish selling business; I need startup funds.

I have recovered from a fistula but my home situation is unstable. I've learned business skills, and now I only need $500 to buy startup supplies. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$300of $300

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4 supporters
Funded on 9/22/2020

Lydia from Eldoret, Kenya

I've regained my health and studied; now I want to open a business!

I've learned hairdressing and cosmology at vocational college. With just $300 I can lease a space and buy supplies to start my business! More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$250of $250

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6 supporters
Funded on 9/21/2020

Faith from Eldoret, Kenya

I want to build a good life as a tailor. I need just $250 to start a business!

I've recovered from a health scare and I'm learning the skills I need to start a business. With $250 I can buy a sewing machine and fabric! More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$330of $200

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4 supporters
Funded on 9/21/2020

Esther from Eldoret, Kenya

I've been through a lot. Now I want to open a dressmaking business.

I need $200 to buy supplies; I've learned tailoring and I want to use that skill to build a brighter future! More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$300of $300

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5 supporters
Funded on 10/16/2020

Catherine from Eldoret, Kenya

I want to start a hotel business to support my kids. I just need starting funds!

I've learned business skills, but without capital to start I'm having trouble. With $300 I can buy supplies to get started and support my children! More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$250of $250

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4 supporters
Funded on 9/22/2020

Sarah from Eldoret, Kenya

Help me buy a sewing machine for my daughter so she can earn money by tailoring!

My daughter has been through so much at a young age. I'm struggling to support her, but she has been learning to run a tailoring business. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$200of $200

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4 supporters
Funded on 10/20/2020

Amadi from Eldoret, Kenya

A new stove will help me support myself through my cooking skills!

I've been through strife but I'm learning to build a life for myself. With a charcoal stove I can build my corn selling business. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$200of $200

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5 supporters
Funded on 11/13/2020

Caroline from Eldoret, Kenya

I'm a business owner; with $200 I can expand and hire women in my village.

I've built a successful salon; now I want to use my skills to support others. With $200 I can hire some women in my community and expand my business! More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$200of $200

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4 supporters
Funded on 10/20/2020

Margaret from Eldoret, Kenya

I want to support myself with a farm. With just $200 I can buy starting supplies.

I need seeds, tools, and fertilizer. I have land and have been taught farming skills, but I need funds to grow my farm. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$150of $150

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3 supporters
Funded on 10/20/2020

Ruth from Eldoret, Kenya

I'm finally healthy, and I've learned tailoring. With a sewing machine I can work!

Just $150 for a sewing machine will be enough to let me build a life for myself. I've got a bright future ahead-- I just need your help! More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$200of $200

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7 supporters
Funded on 10/31/2020

Helen from Eldoret, Kenya

Mother of five; I want to start a business with my tailoring skills, I need supplies!

I want to modify and re-sell used clothes with my tailoring skills. I need a stock of clothes to begin with so I can show my skills and build a life! More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$250of $250

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3 supporters
Funded on 10/20/2020

Anne from Eldoret, Kenya

Mother of four; I need $250 to start a farm and support my children.

If I can lease land and buy seeds, I can start a farm and sell the excess crop to pay my children's school fees. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$150of $150

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8 supporters
Funded on 11/13/2020

Diana from Eldoret, Kenya

I want to support my baby w/ a shoe resale business; I just need starting funds.

With $150 to buy some stock, I'll transport shoes to my village and resell them to my community. My business skills will help me build a life. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$255of $250

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9 supporters
Funded on 11/24/2020

Vivian from Eldoret, Kenya

I want to support my children with a chicken farm. I just need $250 to get started!

With a starting supply of eggs, chicken food, and a coop, I'll use my business skills to raise chickens and sell chicks to earn an income. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$200of $200

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4 supporters
Funded on 12/16/2020

Valerie from Eldoret, Kenya

With $200 I can buy land and seeds and start supporting my family thru farming!

I've recovered from surgery and I've learned the skills it takes to run a farm. This will help me provide for my family for years to come. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$250of $250

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6 supporters
Funded on 2/8/2021

Sylvia from Eldoret, Kenya

I've learned farming skills and recovered from surgery. I'm ready to start a farm!

I need to buy land and seeds and fertilizer, and I'll be ready to support myself through my small farming business. I just need $250 to get there! More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$200of $200

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4 supporters
Funded on 2/3/2021

Jacqueline from Eldoret, Kenya

I'm ready to expand my farm. With help, I can buy chickens and seeds.

I've recovered and I'm ready to build on my experience farming & selling eggs. With supplies to expand, I can earn enough to send my kids to school. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$250of $250

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3 supporters
Funded on 12/1/2020

Mary from Eldoret, Kenya

I'm finally healthy. With help, I can expand my farm to better support my children.

I need $250 to buy maize seeds and a cow. I have been buying and selling chickens to support my children; now I'm ready to expand! More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$250of $250

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3 supporters
Funded on 12/1/2020

Rovino from Eldoret, Kenya

I'm ready to help expand my family farm. With funds to lease land we can do it!

My husband and I work a farm together & just get by. Now that I'm healthy, we can expand with funds for land and seeds. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$200of $200

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3 supporters
Funded on 12/1/2020

Sally from Eldoret, Kenya

I've been subsisting on leased land. With help I can buy a plot and farm it!

I have recently recovered from surgery & I'm ready to provide for myself. With $200 to buy a plot of land I can use my farming skills to build a life. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$300of $300

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4 supporters
Funded on 12/1/2020

Pamela from Eldoret, Kenya

With $300 I can buy a corn grinding machine and sell a service to my community.

I'm healthy after a long period when I couldn't leave my home. With a corn grinder, I can build a business & provide a useful service to my community! More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$250of $250

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5 supporters
Funded on 12/16/2020

Christina from Eldoret, Kenya

I'm healthy, now I want to start a business so I can pay to send my kids to school.

I've received business training and have a plan to buy, transport, and sell potatoes. All I need is $250 for starting supplies to get started! More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$535of $500

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9 supporters
Funded on 2/6/2021

Dorica from Eldoret, Kenya

Single mother looking to start a clothing business. With $500 I can get started!

I need to purchase fabric to start my business and some land to raise my family on. With all of this, I'll be able to build a life for my children. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$250of $250

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4 supporters
Funded on 1/24/2021

Josephine from Eldoret, Kenya

Mother of seven; with supplies, I can expand my business selling veggies & fish.

I need $250 to buy storage supplies for when I transport my goods to market. This will let me pay for my children's school fees and not just food. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$450of $450

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4 supporters
Funded on 3/3/2021

Nackline from Eldoret, Kenya

Mother of seven who wants to support my children. I need funds to start a business!

I need $450 for capital to purchase clothes. I will use my business skills I learned from Beyond Fistula to start my business reselling clothes. More

Validated by Debra from Beyond Fistula

$500of $500

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3 supporters
Funded on 3/3/2021

Zekia from Eldoret, Kenya

I want to support my children through a business-- I need your help to get started.

I need $500 to purchase clothes to resell. I hope this will let me grow my business enough to support myself and my children. More

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3 supporters
Funded on 3/21/2021

Stella from Eldoret, Kenya

I've had a hard life. With help, I can open a grocery business & fight for my dignity

My home life has made things difficult. Funds to buy supplies, coolers, etc. will let me start a business, and build my self esteem! More

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2 supporters
Funded on 6/17/2021

Winslet from Matayu, Kenya

I've been through tough times; I need help to get back to school.

With funds for a uniform, sanitary supplies, food, and school fees I can return to school. This is an essential chance for me to get ahead in life! More

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6 supporters
Funded on 8/12/2021

Rael from Eldoret, Kenya

With funds for coolers, I can start a business selling fish and support my children.

I need to buy ice and coolers. I am also hoping with these funds I can pay for my children's school fees and uniforms while I build my business! More

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1 supporter
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Ruth from Eldoret, Kenya

With just $200 I can buy everything I need to expand my farm.

My husband and I support ourselves with the corn and beans we grow. With fertilizer, equipment, and more seeds we can maximize our crop. More

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8 supporters
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Mary from Eldoret, Kenya

I'm ready to support my daughter by making and selling traditional Kiondo bags!

I need $350 to buy supplies. I've learned to grow sisal and weave bags-- with the funds to get started I can build a business and make a good living. More

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6 supporters
Funded on 10/12/2021

Isabella from Eldoret, Kenya

I've been thru hard times. Things are looking up; with help I can start a business!

I've learned business skills & I'm ready to work hard for my family. With $440 I can buy inventory and rent a space for my grocery business. More

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5 supporters
Funded on 10/29/2021

Gladys from Eldoret, Kenya

I'm a mother of two working to support my children. With help I can start a business.

I need $250 for materials for basket making. I use fibers from sisal to make the bags but without help I can't buy the materials to get started. More

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6 supporters
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Janet from Eldoret, Kenya

I'm a mother of 6 looking to support my family through traditional crafting.

I've learned the process to weave traditional Kiondo bags from sisal. With help I can start a business and earn enough to support my family! More

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4 supporters
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Naomi from Eldoret, Kenya

I'm ready to work. I need materials to start a bag-making business!

I'm ready to weave traditional Kiondo bags. With supplies to start I can buy the materials and sell the bags and work my way to a stable life! More

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Funded on 10/29/2021

Jane from Eldoret, Kenya

I'm ready to start a new life by making and selling traditional Kiondo bags!

I need to find a reliable source of income because I'm unable to do the labor work I used to do. With supplies I can build a life & support my family. More

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1 supporter
Funded on 11/24/2021

Syprine from Eldoret, Kenya

I'm the sole breadwinner in my family; help me find better work as a craftswoman.

I'm healthy for the first time in 30 years. I can begin crafting traditional Kiondo bags and raise money for food and children's school fees. More

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Funded on 11/24/2021

Susanna from Eldoret, Kenya

I have the skills to earn more for my family-- I just need start up funds.

I'm solely supporting my grandchild with my labor; with funds, I can begin weaving baskets and earn a better life for my family. More

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Funded on 11/24/2021

Inviolata from Eldoret, Kenya

I've lived through hardship; my new skills give me hope. To start work I need funds.

I've learned how to weave traditional Kiondo bags out of sisal material. With only $300 to get started, I can begin a new chapter in my life. More

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1 supporter
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Ruth from Eldoret, Kenya

I support four children; with help I can start a new, better job as a weaver.

I just need funds for sisal plant, the traditional material for weaving Kiondo bags. I'm ready to put my newfound skills to use! More

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1 supporter
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Noel from Eldoret, Kenya

I'm recovered from health issues and ready to support my family. Help me get started!

I'm returning to a shoe business I had before I got sick. Weaving baskets will supplement my income & help me support my three children and my mother. More

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5 supporters
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Sophie from Eldoret, Kenya

I need tuition and uniforms so that my kids can go to school & I can find work

Taking care of my children keeps me from working to support them. With help I can get them on the right track AND earn more for my family! More

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2 supporters
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Sarah from Eldoret, Kenya

I'm going to work hard to support my daughter. I want to open a grocery business!

With funds I can buy stock and rent a space. I've learned the business skills I need; after all the hardship I've experienced this would be a godsend. More

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4 supporters
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Carolyn from Eldoret, Kenya

I want to open a grocery business to support my child and my mother.

With help I can rent a space and buy stock to start my business. This business will give me a way to support my family and stay healthy. More

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3 supporters
Funded on 4/18/2022

Esther from Kisumu County, Kenya

I want to make and sell baskets - help me get the materials I need to get started.

I need $300 to get materials to create the baskets. I will need fibers from the Kenyan Sisal plant to start my business. More

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1 supporter
Funded on 4/18/2022

Lucy from Kisumu County, Kenya

Help me get the materials to get started selling baskets to support my family.

I need $300 for materials to make the baskets. I will need to get the Kenyan Sisal plant fibers. More

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4 supporters
Funded on 4/18/2022

Sharon from Eldoret, Kenya

Support me so I can support myself and my family by selling baskets.

I need $300 for the sisal plant fibers to make baskets. More

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1 supporter
Funded on 4/18/2022

Joanie from Eldoret, Kenya

Help me to purchase supplies so I can make beautiful baskets to sell.

I need $300 to buy fibers from the sisal plant to make my baskets. I will also buy dyes to color the baskets. More

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Funded on 8/21/2023

Sophia from Eldoret, Kenya

I need help starting a catering business to support me and my son!

I need $250 for a uniform and shoes and catering supplies. I need trays and food storage containers. More

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2 supporters
Funded on 8/21/2023

Florence from Eldoret, Kenya

I need help buying diapers and caring for my family during this difficult time!

I need assistance to cover the cost of diapers for myself. I am seeking $375 to alleviate this burden from my family during the time I have left. More

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Grace from Kericho County, Kenya

I need help buying diapers because of my medical condition!

My parents are struggling to afford the diapers I need. The financial burden is overwhelming for them. I need help covering diaper expenses. More

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7 supporters
Funded on 11/20/2023

Hafani from Narok county, Kenya

Help me start a business to support my family!

I need $250 to get all the supplies I need to start this business. More

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1 supporter
Funded on 12/6/2023

Josephine from Migori County, Kenya

I want to return to my farming career. Help me get the tools I need!

I need help getting the materials and tools to resume farming. My farming career will allow me to support myself and my big family. More

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2 supporters
Funded on 2/12/2024

Gladys from Eldoret, Kenya

I am a mother of five. Help me start my basket-making business!

I need help getting basket-weaving materials to start my business. This opportunity can help me support my big family. More

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4 supporters
Funded on 2/27/2024

Jerusha from Eldoret, Kenya

After my fistula, I want to get back on my feet. Help me start a clothing business!

I need help purchasing a sewing machine, fabric, and other supplies to start my business. A fresh start is all I need! More

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3 supporters
Funded on 2/12/2024

Karen from Eldoret, Kenya

I am a fistula survivor. Help me purchase fabrics for my business!

I need help buying all of the necessary fabrics for my business. With these fabrics, I can make dresses and other articles of clothing to sell. More

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1 supporter
Funded on 4/26/2024

Jane from Baringo, Kenya

I want to sell vegetables in my village. Help me buy produce for my business!

I need help buying produce from the wholesale market that I can resell in my village. More

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