Many children in my local communities face food insecurity, making it hard to focus in school. At Tabitha Children Foundation, we believe no child should choose between hunger and education. Our Feeding Program ensures students receive a daily nutritious meal, supporting their health, learning, and future success.
Lunch
Feeding Program.
With high
absence of children and poor performance in schools, the introduction of free
lunch has become a game changer and significant achievement in the health of
children as well as raising their school performance.
This program is
only for needy children in Primary school who cannot afford lunch. By giving
nutritious meals, the children remain in class which help in boosting their concentration
and overall performance.
We’re serving
about 40 children every day and the number might go up but we don’t have
guaranteed funds to increase the numbers. We’ve a long waitlist of students and
we hope to enroll them soon as we get the funds. In general, meals will be
interchanged as follows;
·
Githeri (mixture of beans/soya/lentils and
maize) and vegetables and a fruit.
·
Rice and beans/soya/lentils and
vegetable s, and a fruit.
·
Rice and Omena (small fish high in
protein), vegetables and a fruit.
Working closely with
health institutions in the area, these children are subjected to regular screening
to identify any health related issues like hearing problems, eye checkups, diabetes,
skin infections, typhoid among others.
By providing a good meal helps keep the poor children in school and perhaps it could be the only good meal the kids will have because at home, they may not have enough or it will be little with no essential nutrients like proteins or vitamins.
Nutrition play a
crucial role in brain development of a child. Malnutrition remains a
significant issue in Kenya, with many children suffering from stunted growth
due to inadequate dietary intake. Poor nutrition during the early years of a
child can have long lasting effects on cognitive development and overall
health. Furthermore, healthcare access is another critical barrier; many
families cannot afford basic medical services or live too far from healthcare
facilities. This lack of access can lead to untreated illnesses that further
impede children’s development.
Why It Matters
Improved Academic Performance – Hunger affects concentration and learning ability. A well-fed child is more attentive in class and performs better in school.
Better Health & Growth – Proper nutrition supports physical and cognitive development, ensuring children grow up strong and healthy.
Encouraging School Attendance – Many children miss school due to hunger. A reliable meal motivates them to attend and stay in school.
Community Upliftment – When children are nourished, families experience relief, and entire communities benefit from stronger, healthier generations.
How You Can Help
We invite individuals, organizations, and partners to support this life-changing initiative. Your contribution can help provide meals to children in need, ensuring that they have the energy to learn and build a brighter future.
Sponsor a Meal – A small contribution can provide daily meals for a child.
Donate Food Supplies – Help us stock up on essential food items for distribution.
Partner with Us – Join hands with us in expanding the program to reach more children.
Together, we can make a lasting impact by ensuring no child has to learn on an empty stomach. Be a part of the change today!
Sylvia & Linda's Story - A Journey of Shared Lunch and New Hope
Sylvia and Linda are siblings, living with their father in a modest rental house. Their parents are separated, and like many children facing similar challenges, they often went without lunch.
Despite the hardships, Sylvia and Linda found comfort in books. During lunchtime, while others ate, they chose to read—because they couldn’t afford a meal.
Their story came to light through our daughter, Precious, who noticed them during school breaks. She spoke about them often, their quiet resilience, and their love for books. Moved by her words, we invited Sylvia and Linda to our home for lunch.
Later, we reached out to their father. Listening to him share his story touched us deeply—it moved us to tears. It was in that moment we realized how a simple act of sharing could mean so much.
From then on, we began packing extra food for Precious to carry—enough for her to share with her friends. What started as a small gesture became a meaningful lesson, not just for us as a family, but for our daughter as well. It opened her eyes to the reality others live in, and the joy that comes from giving.
Linda was shy at first. She was a warm and sweet heart. Her mother had left them in the care of their dad. Sarah embraced them as her own-welcoming. Sylvia and Linda not just into our into our home, but into our hearts as daughters