Today, we celebrate the courage, resilience, and vision of our heroes, the men and women whose selfless acts shaped the greatness of our nation. At KCDF, we draw inspiration from their legacy as we continue to empower communities to drive their own development and build a more just, inclusive, and prosperous Kenya. Let’s honor our Mashujaas by playing our part in creating the Kenya we dream of, together. Happy Mashujaa Day. #MashujaaDay #KCDF #KenyaHeroes #PamojaTwaweza #ShiftThePower All followers
Kenya Community Development Foundation
Non-profit Organizations
KCDF supports communities in Kenya to initiate and drive their own development priorities. #ShiftThePower
About us
Since its establishment in 1997, Kenya Community Development Foundation (KCDF) has built a strong basis for community-driven development approaches and is unique in Kenya as a pioneer of community philanthropy and sustainable development. KCDF works through strategic and carefully selected partnerships in Kenya, both at the national and community level, and strongly believes in the ability of communities to identify and prioritize their needs and with a little external support, pursue their own solutions to these needs. KCDF also recognizes that pro-poor policies are critical to be able to address some of the systemic challenges faced by vulnerable groups, hence the need to push for the development of the necessary policies to support the promotion of a just and fair society, as well as good governance.
- Website
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https://www.kcdf.or.ke/
External link for Kenya Community Development Foundation
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Nairobi
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1997
- Specialties
- Education, Livelihoods , Environment and Natural Resource Management , Effective governance , Institutional Effectiveness , and E-learning
Locations
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Ngong Road
Nairobi, 10501-00100, KE
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Ngong Road
Nairobi, KE
Employees at Kenya Community Development Foundation
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Caroline Kagendo Githinji
Strategy, Growth & Impact | Africa
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Kenya Community Development Foundation
Owner, The Kenya Community Development Foundation (KCDF)
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Lynn Mugeni
People Operations | HR Generalist | Mentorship Enthusiast
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Rose Mambo
Lawyer, corporate governance practitioner, experienced board member and chairperson
Updates
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As KCDF, we wish all our friends and partners a joyful and prosperous Diwali. May the light of the season fill your life with peace, renewal, and joy. #Diwali2025 #Diwaliwishes #HappyDiwali All followers
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As we commemorate this International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, let’s remember: Social justice starts with us. We help build resilient families and thriving communities by standing with those furthest behind. Let’s lead with dignity, support, and solidarity. #EndPoverty #SocialJusticeForAll #ResilientCommunities All followers
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The Kakamega Community of Practice, anchored by WE REACH CBO, has significantly strengthened its members. Key initiatives include on-site assessments of 30 organisations to identify capacity gaps, training on finance management, resource mobilisation, leadership, and democratic elections for effective governance. Watch the full video on their achievements here: https://bit.ly/4nWRyAu #kcdfimpactingcommunities All followers
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The Busia Community of Practice (COP), anchored by Dhamira Moja CBO, is a strong example of how promoting Community Philanthropy can strengthen local ownership of the development agenda and drive community-led development and disaster risk reduction. Speaking at the Disaster Risk Reduction Symposium in Busia, held in honour of the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (October 13), Sarah Martha, Executive Director of Dhamira Moja, shared how the COP works with local organisations and the county government to prepare the community in case of a disaster occurrence, especially in areas prone to flooding like Budalangi. By pooling resources and support, the COP helps communities displaced by floods while building long-term resilience. Through KCDF’s Change the Game Academy, members have also been trained in local fundraising and advocacy, enabling them to take the lead in solving local challenges. This reflects KCDF’s commitment to strengthening community voices and fostering sustainable development through inclusive partnerships. #kcdfsustainableimpact #kcdfimpactingcommunities All followers
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The Busia Community of Practice, anchored by Dhamira Moja CBO, with the support of KCDF and Wilde Ganzen has made notable progress since its launch in April 2023, with 69 member organisations actively engaged. Key achievements include budget advocacy efforts, leading to influential memos on the County Fiscal Strategy Paper and Budget Estimates, which resulted in significant changes by the county government. Watch the full video here: http://bit.ly/3WFBMxG #kcdfimpactingcommunities #kcdfsustainableimpact All followers
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A Community of Practice (COP) is a member-driven body that brings together CSOs in a region to engage in collaborative discussions, share insights, and strategise on development initiatives aimed at driving community advancement. In our advocacy work in Kisumu County, we collaborate with TRANSFORM EMPOWERMENT FOR ACTION INITIATICVE (TEAM), the anchor organisation of the Kisumu COP. This video highlights the significant milestones achieved by the COP, facilitated by TEAM and supported by KCDF and Wilde Ganzen, to drive meaningful change in the region. Watch the full video here: https://bit.ly/4fO5xV7 #kcdfimpactingcommunities #kcdfsustainableimpact All followers
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KCDF's September Newsletter is Out! This edition highlights our continued efforts to empower youth and strengthen communities across Kenya. In September, we conducted capacity-strengthening workshops in Nakuru County aimed at building and sustaining strategic partnerships. We also participated in the Giving for Change Programme’s Annual Convening, where we reaffirmed our commitment to inclusive, community-led development. Read more highlights and updates here: http://bit.ly/48mzr1T #KCDFsustainableimpact #Communityleddevelopment All followers
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🔊Final call: Hybrid Local Fundraising Training by KCDF in partnership with Change the Game Academy (CtGA)!🔊 Are you ready to elevate your organisation’s fundraising and advocacy skills? This transformative training blends online learning with in-person coaching to help civil society actors and NGOs mobilise local resources, amplify citizen voices, and hold governments accountable. 🌍 CtGA empowers changemakers in low and middle-income countries to drive real impact. 📩 Apply now before the deadline closes: https://bit.ly/3IS7k05 Let’s change the game, together. #KCDF #CtGA #LocalFundraising All followers
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🌳Happy Mazingira Day🌳 What kind of future do you envision for our environment? A Kenya where lush landscapes thrive, riparian lands are restored, ecosystems flourish, and every school and community nurtures environmental champions. Let’s make that vision a reality, one tree at a time. The Government of Kenya, through the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Forestry, aims to grow 15 billion trees by 2032 as part of the National Landscape and Ecosystem Restoration Programme. This ambitious goal calls on every citizen to take action. 🌳 Start today, plant a tree and be part of the movement. Together, we can heal our planet and secure a greener future for generations to come. #HappyMazingiraDay #MazingiraDay #15BillionTrees #ClimateActionKE #GreeningKenya #EnvironmentalChampions #SustainableFuture All followers
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