Updates
News & Updates from GPFD
Dora’s Corner: May Updates from East Africa
Read about the latest updates from our on-site Programs Manager, Dora Okeyo and her latest visit to Tanzania! Don’t miss out!
A Journey Towards New Beginnings: Regina’s Story and the Genesis Community Foundation
We’re thrilled to support Regina, a former scholarship recipient, in her journey to expand Genesis Pre-Primary and Primary School in her Maasai community. Regina’s dedication to empowering her community through education and development is truly inspiring.
Empowering Burundian Youth: Menya Accelerator’s Experience and Vision for the Future
Learn how Menya Accelerator empowers Burundian youth through mentorship and entrepreneurial leadership after the success of its first ever pilot program!
Dora’s Corner: April Updates from East Africa
Read about the latest April updates from East Africa from our on-site Program’s Manager Dora Okeyo.
Global Partners for Development Joins Forces with Bay Area Architect Peter Strzebniok
Exciting news! We’re partnering with Peter Strzebniok, Principal architect and co-founder of nottoscale, to bring innovative and sustainable solutions to the challenges facing communities in East Africa.
Dora’s Corner: March Updates from East Africa
Catch up with our on-site Programs Manager, Dora Okeyo, and other updates from East Africa in this month’s Dora’s Corner—Check it out!
Dora’s Corner: February Updates from East Africa
Read about this month’s latest updates from East Africa from our on-the ground Programs Manager, Dora Okeyo. Hear about our recent projects and a brief recount of our donor trip to Kenya!
An In-Depth Look into Ongoing Drought In Tanzania
Read a detailed account of the ongoing drought in Tanzania affecting local communities like Arkaria Village. Community facilitator, and long-time partner, Alais Morindat identifies threats and proposes potential solutions to the ongoing crisis.
Dora’s Corner: January Updates from East Africa
Get an inside look at the latest project and activities in East Africa from our on-site Programs Manager, Dora Okeyo.
Drought Response Update from Arkaria Village
Read the latest report of the drought in Arkaria Village, Tanzania from our partner and community leader, Alais Morindat.
Dora’s Corner: December Updates from East Africa
Dora Okeyo, our East African on-site programs manager, offers an insightful report on GPFD Kenya’s recent trip to Turkana. Check it out!
World Runners: A Reunion Years in the Making
At the 40th year reunion of “Winning-A Transcontinental Relay,” team members came together to honor the legacy of World Runners and how GPFD is advancing the original vision of World Runners forward.
Dora’s Corner: November Updates from East Africa
Our East African on-site Programs Manager, Dora Okeyo, gives us a quick update on this month’s latest project implementation. Take a look!
Dora’s Corner: September Updates from East Africa
Get an inside look at the latest project updates from East Africa from our on-site Programs Manager, Dora Okeyo.
Dora’s Corner: August Updates from East Africa
Dora Okeyo, our East African on-site Program’s Manager, offers a quick update on the latest commissioned projects and a recount of her stay in Burundi.
Dora’s Corner: July Updates from East Africa
Our East African on-site Programs Manager, Dora Okeyo, gives us a quick update on this month’s latest project implementation. Take a look!
Menya Accelerator: An Entrepreneurship-Based and Capacity Building Program for the Burundian Youth
Menya Accelerator, an EdTech educational program, launches its first ever camp for youth in Burundi in partnership with Global Partners. Learn how a group of accomplished Burundian scholars are giving back and making a difference within youth in their community.
Dora’s Corner: June Updates from East Africa
Get an inside look at the latest project updates in Africa from our on-site Programs Manager, Dora Okeyo.
GPFD USA Visits Projects in East Africa for the First Time Since the Pandemic Began
A recap of GPFD’s first trip back to Africa since the start of the pandemic. We were thrilled to witness the development of the various programs and initiatives!
Our First Annual Golf for Girls and their Allies Tournament was a Hit!
We are thrilled to share a quick recap of our successful Golf for Girls and their Allies fundraiser event that will benefit women and girls’ initiatives in East Africa. We can’t wait to do it again next year!
In Memoriam: Willard “Bill” Harris, Jr.
On March 14, 2022, a very great man, friend and ally to our communities in East Africa passed away. Bill Harris was generous beyond measure and wholeheartedly committed to helping elevate some of the most
Welcome to the Board, Rosemary Chengson!
Global Partners is pleased to announce that Rosemary Chengson has joined our board of directors and is currently serving as board treasurer. Rosemary brings years of experience and leadership to the board, and her expertise
Global Partners for Development Golf Tournament
We are pleased to announce that we are hosting a Golf Tournament on Monday, October 18th at the Santa Rosa Golf & Country Club. All proceeds from this event will go toward supporting Global Partner’s
Update from the Field: Adjusting to Pandemic Life in Kenya
It is sixteen months since we had the first nationwide lockdown in Kenya due to COVID-19. If you would have asked me how long this pandemic would last for, I would have told you just
