Empowering Communities through Self-Reliance
Forum Kenya Development Foundation empowers local communities to fight poverty and build sustainable livelihoods through training, savings, and resource mobilization.
Our Objective
To relieve poverty and improve livelihoods by empowering communities to utilize local resources effectively.
Community Empowerment
Supports individuals and groups to harness local resources for sustainable development.
Revolving Loan Funds
Provides accessible financial support for small businesses and agricultural initiatives.
Capacity Building
Offers practical education on savings, entrepreneurship, and leadership.
What Our Clients Say
Hear how Forum Kenya is changing lives—straight from the voices of those we walk with every day.
“Through Forum Kenya’s training and revolving loan fund, I started a small poultry business. I can now pay school fees for my children and support other women in my group.”
Josephine Mwikali
Machakos County
“Before Forum Kenya, I struggled with savings and planning. Now, through our group and their trainings, I’ve expanded my banana farm and started selling to local markets. My family’s life has improved.”
Peter Nyang’au
Kisii County
“Forum Kenya came at the right time. Their support helped us start table banking, and we’ve now built a sustainable dairy project. As women, we feel seen, heard, and empowered.”
Alice Chepkemoi
Bomet County
Featured Projects
Discover some of the impactful projects transforming lives across Kenya through Forum Kenya’s community-driven approach.
Group Formation & Structuring
Forum Kenya helps communities form and organize strong self-help groups with clear leadership, rules, and development goals.
Monitoring & Performance Tracking
We provide tools and field support to help groups track savings, loans, attendance, and overall progress with transparency.
Leadership Development
We mentor group officials and emerging leaders in ethical leadership, decision-making, and conflict resolution to strengthen grassroots governance.
Community Growth in Action
Explore real-life stories and strategies driving sustainable change at the grassroots level.
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A Movement of Empowerment and Hope
Forum Kenya empowers communities across Kenya through grassroots training, savings groups, and local partnerships that drive lasting, people-led change.
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Where Ideas Meet Impact
Forum Kenya’s empowerment centre is a hub for grassroots innovation—training leaders, shaping strategies, and driving community-led development across Kenya.
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Giving Back Where It Matters Most
Forum Kenya’s Giving Back Initiative in Bomet County supports vulnerable families with essential aid and empowerment, proving that real change…
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to the most common questions about Forum Kenya’s programs, membership, and impact in the community.
What is Forum Kenya and what does it do?
Forum Kenya is a community empowerment foundation that works with self-help groups and local organizations to promote self-reliance through training, savings, and access to revolving loan funds.
Who can join Forum Kenya programs?
Any adult (18+) who is part of a registered or organized group—such as a women’s group, youth group, or CBO—can join Forum Kenya programs, provided they commit to the group’s rules and savings structure.
How does the Revolving Loan Fund work?
Members save monthly and can access short-term advances or long-term loans based on their savings. Loans are issued with fair interest and are repaid in manageable installments.
What kind of training does Forum Kenya offer?
Forum Kenya offers training in agribusiness, financial literacy, group leadership, customer care, modern farming, and digital skills to help individuals and groups improve their income and resilience.
How can a group get started with Forum Kenya?
A group can contact a Forum Kenya field officer or visit the nearest empowerment centre. After an introduction session, the group is guided through registration, savings setup, and training.
Join the Movement. Empower a Community.
Whether you’re an individual, a group, or an organization—your journey toward impact starts here. Partner with Forum Kenya to support local solutions, unlock opportunities, and transform lives from the ground up.