Our Journey

2023
September 4

2023

Celebrating Beacon at 20 on 17th June 2023 during Beacon’s its 21st anniversary. Beacon Book – Transformational Love – written and in circulation Execution of the Strategic Plan 2023 -2027 action commenced. The Beacon Education strategic pillar expands to include Junior Secondary school (JSS), which opened its doors to grade 7 learners in January 2023. Construction of the Beacon inpatient hospital to commence
2022
September 11

2022

Beacon of Hope 20th anniversary Two grade 8 national (KCPE) exams were held in March and November 2022; the Education sector had to cope with shortened school term with the expectation that all the education content in the syllabus is covered. Social and Economic Empowerment expanded to Kiambu County, Thika sub-county Successful regional learning trip for 4 staff members to Uganda to learn more about WASH activities in schools. Rebranding of the Kindergarten to add a resource center and enhance the classes making them more child friendly. Construction of Junior Secondary school (JSS) started, relocation of the Craft Centre closer to the…
2021
March 8

2021

Jenga Kijana initiative addressing sexual reproductive health, mental health and entrepreneurship among the youth. Initiated Water and Sanitation Hygiene (WASH) project in two public schools in Kajiado County so as to improve the learning environment. Beacon of Hope acquired tablets to expand digital learning in the school; Boarding services for grade 8 to increase study time and improve academic performance. HELB partnership to offer BTTI student loans.
2020
February 5

Beacon as a Prime

Beacon as a Prime
Goal is to expand the medical facility to a hospital status. Overall expansion to new counties and countries. Beacon becomes the prime organization—supporting other smaller organizations as a way of scaling its mission. New location identified (50 acres of land) to expand to a secondary school and college. Both primary school and vocational training college are best performing in all aspects of education and have become the schools of choice in Kajiado and Kenya. BOH continues to prove itself as an excellent example of self-sustainability for comprehensive community transformation; becoming a role model community transformation throughout Africa. Beacon of Hope…
2017
April 9

Expansion

Expansion
Started maternity, dental unit and expanded vocational training. In addition, new courses were added. Expanded our work with vulnerable children and families to Nairobi, Kibera, Dagorreti, and Kibagare slums.
2014
May 5

New Offices and Classroom launched

New Offices and Classroom launched
New BOH site offices launched in Kajiado town. Dedication of new primary school with standard three-class initiated.
2013
August 1

Completion of phase three construction.

Completion of phase three construction.
Through God’s favor, Beacon of Hope’s trustee Mr. Ken Wathome supports the construction of the SIFA hostel, SIFA Hall constructed by private foundations and Hope United. Beacon Youth Empowerment Centre constructed partially by Nation Media Group and Cooperative Bank. Apartments constructed by Focus Africa. Beacon Academy primary school section constructed by friends of BOH Australia through Gail Davidson and Chase Bank Foundation and equipped by BlackHawk Church. BlackHawk Church and Christine and Christian Pelz from Germany equip it. Beacon Youth Empowerment centre and recording studio equipped by Microsoft Incorporation.
2012
June 6

Phase two construction is completed and buildings are fully functional. The water borehole is constructed and funded by Blackhawk church and Davis and Shirtliff. Begins set up for 11 youth resource centers throughout Kajiado and Machakos. School of Food and Beverage Management established.
2011
January 19

Commencement of BOH Academy

Commencement of BOH Academy
Commencement of BOH Academy’s primary section by launching class one in our Vocational Training Centre.
2010
May 9

BOH hosts the First Lady of U.S.A Dr.Jill Biden

BOH hosts the First Lady of U.S.A Dr.Jill Biden
BOH hosts Dr.Jill Biden (First Lady of U.S.A) at the centre.