I Have a dream
Fundraising campaign by
Reuben Owuor Ayata
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US$675.00Donated So Far
Campaign Story
Hello everyone!
My name is Reuben Owuor from Kenya. I was born and raised in Kibera, The largest slum in Africa. I am the first born of five siblings; this gave me the privilege of looking after my younger siblings and protecting them whenever we played or were at school. Since I was young, I had a dream if going to University, however, it has not yet come to pass, I came from a humble background and my parents could only afford to provide basic education, I am grateful for their sacrifices.
After I completed high school, I got involved in community projects in Kibera like clean-up activities,and drug and awareness and sensitization among others, This gave me the opportunity to interact with people in the community.
For the past five years, I have been passionately working with street youths and young women in Kawangware and Kibera slums, Empowering them on Entrepreneurship and life skills training, This gave me opportunity to know, The challenges youths are facing in slums, and ways as a team, We can always come with solutions. For instance, The street youths did drugs and crime, While young women did prostitution to make, ends meet, Most of them are single and abandoned, Those who were married were abused physically, mentally and emotionally. Empowering these youths, was the best tool to help them overcome their challenges, often I volunteer.
I hold Diploma in Project management and planning, an opportunity i got while volunteering in one of the Organisation in Kawangware slums. Skills gained from this course has moulded me personally in that I am able to plan well, set goals, manage project, do Social Research, monitor and evaluate projects on time. I got this chance because I am resilient, committed and determined to succeed in life.
My goal is to enroll at the University of Nairobi so I can get Bachelor of Arts degree on, in Development studies and Philosophy. This will give, an opportunity to give back, to the community I come from. I will use the skills and knowledge gained, to inspire children living in the slums, to unleash their potential and know that their dreams are VALID regardless of their background.
I love reading inspirational novels and most importantly the Bible, participating in local fora, play football at my leisure time and visiting children's home. I value integrity which has made me be True to myself and respect other's and most importantly being Thankful.
I am kindly asking your support towards this worthy, cause so I can pursue my dream.
Please see my budget:
item | amount | Total in USD |
Tuition fees. Medical insurance. Accommodation. |
7,000 (4 YEARS) 1,000 2,000 |
7,000 1,000 2,000 TOTAL 10,000 $ |
I am looking forward for your support and I will appreciate, any donation, You can give.
Thank you in advance.
Rewards
Fundraising Team
- Reuben Owuor Ayata
- Campaign Owner
- Nairobi, KE
Im a trainer on entrepreneurship and life skills passionately empowering street youths and young women in the community.
Im a trainer on entrepreneurship and life skills passionately empowering street youths and young women in the community.
- Rita Fierro
- mentor
Donors
- GERI PEAK
- Donated on Jul 26, 2018
Keep persevering to reach your goal!
- Wiclif Otieno
- Donated on May 23, 2018
Proud to support a friend to pursue his dream for a university education.
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Donors & Comments
- Melissa Farrell
- Donated on Mar 23, 2020
Proud to support my friend Reuben in his journey to go to university and inspire others to do the same.
- GERI PEAK
- Donated on Jul 26, 2018
Keep persevering to reach your goal!
- Wiclif Otieno
- Donated on May 23, 2018
Proud to support a friend to pursue his dream for a university education.
- Reuben Owuor Ayata
- Posted On Apr 25, 2018
Thanks for your donation Rita. Be Blessed.
- Rita Fierro
- Donated on Apr 24, 2018
Hi Reuben! Looking forward to your growing leadership!
- Rita Fierro
- Donated on Apr 24, 2018
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