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OUR HISTORY
I met Wamoroka, though a friend that worked in Kenya, just before the Covid pandemic devastated the world. Wamoroka is a single mother, and was a very successful stylist for a media company located in Nairobi when we were introduced. Because I am a “wannabe fashionista” we immediately hit it off, exchanging fashion pictures on a weekly basis. Over the years we have developed a real friendship.
When the pandemic hit, Wamoroka’s career as a stylist came to an end. She quickly pivoted and opened a clothing resale business. Wamoroka rented a stall in an open air market near her village, and although her income was less than before, she had enough savings to cover the difference while working to grow her new business.
That was almost four months ago. Why protestors always seem to hurt the people they claim they are protesting for is beyond me. In this instance, burning down the open air market ended Wamoroka’s business, and her only source of income.
Today, Wamoroka, her mother, and her children are in financial trouble. While I have helped as best I can, they need more financial assistance than I can provide to get over the hurdle they now face.
My plan is to raise enough money to cover Wamoroka’s living expenses, college tuition for Mimo, and school for Kenzo for the next year. Additionally, to create a source of income for Wamoroka, some of the funds will be used to help her open a new business, a hair and nail salon in a safe location, while giving Wamoroka enough time to allow the business grow.
Of course, if the fundraising efforts exceed the goal set, there might be an opportunity for Wamoroka and her family to move from Kenya to the United States, and live a much better life.
I am confident in the near future Wamoroka will be standing tall, able to pay her own bills as she did all those years prior to the pandemic. She just needs a little help now.
Thank you for listening, and helping if you're able?
