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THE STORY OF
CHEERUP KENYA
CheerUp Kenya began in July 2003 as a feeding program for orphans and vulnerable children in Matathia, Kiambu County, driven by compassion.
OUR LATEST STATISTICS
Transforming lives and empowering communities through compassion, service, and sustainable programs.
Trusted Clients
+
Case Studies
18.
Total Cases Won
16.
+
Success Rate
99.
%
150
Volunteers Engaged
400 000
Lives Impacted
800
Communities Reached
OUR THEMATIC AREAS
CheerUp Kenya focuses on key thematic areas that guide our programs in uplifting vulnerable children, families, and communities.
Through these focus areas, we deliver impactful programs, build partnerships, and promote sustainable development across the communities we serve.
For 20 years, CUP has advanced child protection, health, education, youth empowerment, sustainability, advocacy, and digital innovation.
Child Protection & Development
Safeguarding policies, inclusive play, and recreation initiatives.
Advocacy, Policy & Systems Strengthening
Evidence-based advocacy, safeguarding policies, and amplifying child voices.
Digital Transformation & Future Vision
Digital hubs for learning, health storytelling, youth empowerment, and community access.
Health & Wellness
HIV testing, treatment, nutrition education, and digital health awareness.
Youth & Gender Inclusion
DREAMS interventions, equal access to play, and youth leadership development.
Community Engagement & Partnerships
Collaboration with ministries, churches, schools, and donors.
Education, Skills & Empowerment
Vocational training, mentorship, seed capital, and school-based initiatives.
Youth & Adolescent Development
Empowers youth through mentorship and health programs.
Sustainability & Eco-Friendly Innovation
Value addition, eco-friendly technology, and environmental stewardship.
Public Health & Social Well-Being
Tackles HIV/AIDS, substance abuse, and gender-based issues.
Education, Skills & Digital Content Services
Provides learning, digital skills, and publishing support.
“A Chance to Play” Project
CheerUp Kenya is implementing the “A Chance to Play” Project, bringing joy and opportunity to children aged 7–17 in Ruiru and its environs. Through safe play and structured activities, the project promotes physical, emotional, and social development while fostering community engagement. It is generously supported by Terre des Hommes–Africa.
Restoring Smiles to Teenage Mothers
CheerUp Kenya is implementing the “Restoring Smiles to Teenage Mothers” Project, bringing hope and support to young mothers across urban and peri-urban communities. Through mentorship, skills training, and psychosocial support, the project promotes emotional well-being, self-reliance, and community reintegration.
Meet Our Team
Transforming lives together.
Rev Samuel Kahura Chege serves as CEO & Founder of CheerUp Kenya, overseeing program implementation and organizational decisions that transform lives and strengthen communities across Kenya.
Rev Samuel Kahura
CEO & Founder
Peninnah Mukami- Finance Manager
Peninnah Mukami
Finance Manager
Robert Kamau Compliance and Logistics Manager
Logistics Manager
News & Events
Restoring Smiles to Teenage Mothers
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The Story of CheerUp Kenya
Cheer Up Program (CUP), now widely known as CheerUp Kenya, began as a small act of compassion with a big...
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