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31/05/2026

Thelma Evans Foundation, in proud partnership with the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Health, recently marked International Menstrual Hygiene Day with a transformative impact initiative at Kereri Girls High School. This collaborative effort successfully brought together policymakers, educators, and community leaders to address menstrual health management directly within the school ecosystem.
By combining governmental oversight with our grassroots mobilization, we demonstrated how strategic partnerships can systematically dismantle the systemic barriers that young girls face during their monthly cycles.

Throughout this milestone event, we delivered a comprehensive triple-impact program consisting of mentorship sessions, menstrual hygiene sensitization talks, and the distribution of sanitary pads. Our expert-led mentorship circles empowered girls with confidence and career guidance, while the health sensitization talks provided vital, medically accurate education to break deep-rooted stigmas.
The day culminated in the direct distribution of high-quality sanitary towels, immediately securing months of uninterrupted, dignified learning for hundreds of students who otherwise risk missing school due to period poverty.

This event stands as a powerful proof of concept for what our collective resources can achieve, yet the regional demand for menstrual dignity remains immense. We are deeply grateful to our current partners for making the Kereri Girls initiative a resounding success, and we now invite prospective allies to join this expanding movement. By investing your resources, corporate social responsibility (CSR) funding, or institutional support into the Thelma Evans Foundation, you directly convert capital into measurable school retention, improved female health outcomes, and the structural empowerment of the next generation of African women leaders.
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07/05/2026

Thelma Evans Foundation, in partnership with the National Anti-FGM Board, recently convened a strategic meeting with our youth members at Dan’s Hotel in Kisii, Kenya. During this session, we officially formulated a Youth Anti-FGM Network designed to bolster the national government’s efforts in eradicating female ge***al mutilation. This network empowers the younger generation to take an active leadership role in dismantling archaic cultural practices that persist within the Kisii community.

Our foundation remains dedicated to protecting the dignity of the girl child through aggressive awareness campaigns and mentorship sessions. By visiting various schools, we educate students on both the immediate health risks and the devastating long-term psychological and physical consequences of teenage circumcision. We believe that providing girls with the right information and strong role models is the most effective way to break the cycle of this harmful tradition.

To ensure no girl is left behind, we are expanding our outreach to include learners in special needs schools, public institutions, and private academies across the region. Our goal is to create a comprehensive safety net that shields every girl from FGM while fostering an environment where they can thrive academically and socially. We invite all stakeholders to join us as we intensify our school-based advocacy to ensure a future free from gender-based violence.
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28/04/2026

Today marked a significant milestone forThelma Evans Foundation as we took bold steps toward championing dignity and safety for learners in special schools. Our team held a high-level courtesy visit with the Office of the County Women Representative to forge a strategic partnership for International Menstrual Hygiene Day. By aligning our visions, we are committed to ensuring that every girl in our special schools receives the essential sanitary products and health education they deserve, turning a monthly challenge into a moment of empowerment and care.

Beyond health, we are deeply committed to the holistic well-being and security of these incredible students. To this end, we engaged in a productive dialogue with the Office of the County Commissioner to address the unique safety and protection needs of learners in special schools. We believe that for education to flourish, every child must feel safe, valued, and protected within their learning environment. These discussions serve as the foundation for a robust support system that guards the most vulnerable members of our community.

As we prepare for this impactful event, we invite you to join our mission and amplify our reach. We are actively seeking visionary partners and donors who share our passion for charity and social justice to help make this initiative even more powerful. Whether through resources, expertise, or sponsorship, your contribution will directly transform lives and bring smiles to children who need it most.
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07/04/2026

Thelma Evans Foundation continues its mission of restoration by partnering with youth organizations in Kenya to bring hope to the streets.

our legacy of proactive engagement, we celebrated Easter holiday through support and holistic wellness programs designed to nourish both body and spirit. By sharing a meal and fostering community with these resilient children, we honor the Easter message of renewal and compassion, reaffirming our commitment to transforming lives through consistent, healthy intervention.

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31/03/2026

Thelma Evans Foundation today successfully held a productive planning meeting at one of our valued partner schools, Kereri Girls' High School, to strategize for the upcoming International Menstrual Hygiene Day. Scheduled for May 28th, 2026, during the second term, this year's celebration will specifically focus on supporting special schools and highly vulnerable, needy cases within Kisii County. Our session at Kereri Girls' was instrumental in mapping out the logistics and outreach required to ensure that every targeted girl receives the essential support and education they deserve.

This specific focus on special schools was born out of a deeply moving experience during one of our recent mentorship sessions in the county. We came across a student in a special school who, out of desperation and lack of access to proper resources, was forced to use a handkerchief as a sanitary pad. This heart-breaking reality profoundly moved us and directly influenced our decision to launch a dedicated sanitary pad drive targeting special schools and the most vulnerable cases within Kisii. No girl should ever have to compromise her health, dignity, or education because she cannot access basic menstrual hygiene products.

Finally, we would like to express our deepest gratitude and pass a sincere vote of thanks to our dedicated directors, Arnold Tanko and Thelma Tanko. Your continuous support, Prayers, and unwavering commitment to this cause are what make our community outreach and interventions possible. Because of your guidance, the Thelma Evans Foundation is able to restore dignity to young girls across the region and champion equal opportunities for all.
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29/03/2026

Thelma Evans Foundation in partnership with state and non state Actors for kisii county kenya successfully held a clean up program in partnership with kereri girls highschool.
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29/03/2026

Thelma Evans Foundation recently hosted a transformative mentorship program in Kitutu Chache South, Kisii County, specifically tailored for Junior Secondary School students to guide them through their critical early teen years. Recognizing that the holiday season can often lead to idle time and vulnerability to social vices, the foundation’s experts focused on equipping learners with essential life skills, academic motivation, and career guidance. By bringing professional mentors directly into the community, the program successfully bridged the gap between classroom learning and practical character building, ensuring that the students remained focused on their long-term goals even while away from their daily school routines.
The impact of this holiday engagement was most visible in the significant positive behavioral changes observed among the participating youth. Through interactive session s on self-discipline, peer pressure resilience, and community responsibility, students began to adopt a more proactive and purpose-driven mindset during their break. Instead of falling into disruptive habits, many mentees took on leadership roles in local activities and demonstrated a renewed commitment to their studies. This shift not only empowered the individual students but also fostered a more harmonious environment within Kitutu Chache South, proving that consistent mentorship is a powerful tool for nurturing responsible and well-adjusted future leaders.

24/10/2025

Summary of our previous Early chrismas celebration held at Kisii special school
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20/10/2025

Thelma Evans Foundation stands firmly on the biblical principle that true love is shown through giving and compassion, as taught in Proverbs 19:17 — “Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and He will reward them for what they have done.” Guided by this divine calling, we believe that sharing with the less privileged and neglected in our society is not merely an act of charity, but a sacred duty that reflects God’s heart for humanity.

Through extending a helping hand to those in need, we mirror Christ’s unconditional love, restore hope where it has faded, and build a more caring and united community rooted in faith and compassion
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18/10/2025

Thelma Evans Foundation stands firmly on the biblical principle that true love is shown through giving and compassion, as taught in Proverbs 19:17 — “Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and He will reward them for what they have done.” Guided by this divine calling, we believe that sharing with the less privileged and neglected in our society is not merely an act of charity, but a sacred duty that reflects God’s heart for humanity.

Through extending a helping hand to those in need, we mirror Christ’s unconditional love, restore hope where it has faded, and build a more caring and united community rooted in faith and compassion