After a 6.5-hour journey to Narok, six schools gathered as the sky opened and sunlight poured down on us, when we prepared to distribute bedkits to the children.
100% of the children were Maasai, including several blind students. We interviewed eight Maasai mothers who had received kits in 2025, listening to stories of how these simple items have already changed daily life.
The mattresses were especially loved—many children had previously slept on animal skins or directly on the ground. The mosquito nets were also warmly received, with families sharing that multiple members would sleep together under a single net for protection.
I was supported by a true teenage dream team, who helped distribute 1,000 bedkits. Throughout the day, we sang, laughed, shared stories, and stayed together from start to finish—turning a long distribution into a joyful, unified experience.
To close the day, we were deeply honored when the older students blessed us with a traditional Maasai song and dance. They gifted us beautiful hand-crafted bracelets and traditional Maasai blankets, a gesture of gratitude that was both humbling and moving.
Team Kenya, 2026
Rotary Club of Nairobi 🇰🇪+ SCAW 🇨🇦