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We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr. Amanda Dubois Mwake as the new Executive Director of Crossing Thresho...
09/04/2026

We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr. Amanda Dubois Mwake as the new Executive Director of Crossing Thresholds!

Amanda is no stranger to Crossing Thresholds. Her journey with the organization began many years ago while she was on staff at Lehman College in New York City, where she helped organize and lead several Crossing Thresholds trips to Kenya. It was during one of those early trips that Amanda met her Kenyan husband, Felix Mwake.

In 2012, Amanda joined the Crossing Thresholds Board of Directors, where she served for nearly 10 years. After stepping away in 2021, she completed her Ph.D. in Global Leadership and went on to serve as Executive Director of Future Five Inc. in Stamford, Connecticut. She also continues to serve as an adjunct faculty member in the Organizational Leadership Graduate Program at Lehman College.

With extensive experience in higher education, service learning, and organizational leadership, Amanda brings a wealth of knowledge, passion, and compassion to this new role.

When Crossing Thresholds began planning for Carter’s succession, Amanda quickly stood out as the right person at the right time. Following her return to Kenya in June, where she co-led a Crossing Thresholds trip with Felix, it became clear that the next chapter was beginning. We are delighted that Amanda accepted our offer and will officially begin as Executive Director on November 1, 2026.

We are incredibly excited and confident that Amanda will help lead Crossing Thresholds forward with renewed vision, energy, and purpose!

As Crossing Thresholds looks toward its next chapter, Carter will transition into the role of Founder/President, working closely with Amanda as they share leadership responsibilities over the coming years.

Carter plans to retire in 2029, when Crossing Thresholds celebrates its 20th anniversary. This carefully planned transition will allow for continuity while bringing renewed vision and energy to the organization.

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Amanda Dubois Mwake to this new chapter of leadership! Amanda Dubois Mwake

Photo credits: Karlos M

What an incredible two days with students in our high school scholarship program! We connected with them, celebrated the...
08/19/2026

What an incredible two days with students in our high school scholarship program!

We connected with them, celebrated their academic progress, checked in on their well-being, and explored essential life skills that will support them both in school and beyond.

At , we believe every young person deserves the opportunity to dream, grow, and build a brighter future.

You can be part of that journey! Join us at our Annual Fundraising Gala on September 27 to discover more about our work and how you can help transform lives.

Register using the link:https://CTKibera.givesmart.com

Congratulations to our very own student, Caleb, from Community Pillars Alliance, on his outstanding performance at the r...
08/06/2026

Congratulations to our very own student, Caleb, from Community Pillars Alliance, on his outstanding performance at the recently concluded Kenya Junior School Sports Championships!

Caleb emerged as the national champion, securing the number one position in the country, playing under 13 chess category. Your hard work, dedication, and determination have made us incredibly proud.

Congratulations, Caleb! Keep reaching for even greater heights. We celebrate you!

08/04/2026

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When we come together, incredible things happen.

We are truly inspired by the dedication, compassion, and hard work of our amazing volunteers during our summer trip to Kenya. Your willingness to serve, connect, and make a difference has left a lasting impact on the communities we serve and our students.

Thank you for being a light and reminding us that even small acts of kindness can create meaningful change.

Join us at Woodway Country Club for a fundraising brunch on Sunday, September 27th. Your support keeps 4 primary schools...
07/31/2026

Join us at Woodway Country Club for a fundraising brunch on Sunday, September 27th. Your support keeps 4 primary schools up and running. Your support feeds almost 2,000 children every day.

Your support guarantees a high school education and the chance for under-served children to dream big dreams. Together, we can break the cycle of poverty — one child, one classroom, one school at a time.

Don’t miss this chance to come together, have an impact, and be a part of our life-changing mission.

Register using the link: https://CTKibera.givesmart.com

Last week, we celebrated the pre-dedication of the Garden of Hope (Mobjap) Junior School.Our heartfelt gratitude goes to...
07/14/2026

Last week, we celebrated the pre-dedication of the Garden of Hope (Mobjap) Junior School.

Our heartfelt gratitude goes to the fraternity brothers of Kappa Sigma at Wake Forest University. Your generosity and unwavering support are helping us build more than classrooms, you are and creating opportunities for the next generation.

We also extend our sincere thanks to for joining us in this celebration and for generously providing meals for our students and teachers, making the day even more special.

Together, we are building hope, one classroom at a time.

What an incredible job by our amazing team of volunteers! It is inspiring to see all that they have accomplished over th...
07/10/2026

What an incredible job by our amazing team of volunteers!
It is inspiring to see all that they have accomplished over the past few days while serving in our partner schools in Kibera.

From improving learning spaces to supporting our students and the Kibera community, every effort has made a meaningful difference.

We are truly grateful!

07/07/2026

Another incredible week with another amazing team of volunteers!

This week, the volunteers are working at the construction site to help build our Garden of Hope Junior School, while others are working to transform our students’ playground by painting colorful murals that will bring the space to life.

A heartfelt thank you to all our CT who joined us this week to serve alongside us in our partner schools in Kibera.You...
07/04/2026

A heartfelt thank you to all our CT who joined us this week to serve alongside us in our partner schools in Kibera.

Your dedication, compassion, and willingness to invest your time and share part of your lives with our students, teachers, and the Kibera community made this week truly special. , we accomplished so much and, most importantly, brought hope, joy, and countless smiles to the faces of the children and families we serve.

Thank you to everyone who contributed through our Girls & Boys Program, construction projects, the revitalization of our urban garden, the mothers’ workshop, arts and crafts activities with the children, teacher training sessions, and the recovery program in Kibera. Every effort, big or small, made a meaningful difference.

Your impact will be felt long after this week has ended. Thank you for believing in our mission and for partnering with us to expand access to quality education and create lasting change in our community.

We are deeply grateful for each one of you. 💙

06/28/2026

Checking in on the progress at Garden of Hope (Mobjap) Junior School as we prepare to welcome the Crossing Thresholds volunteers.

We are excited to have them join us in supporting teaching and learning across our partner schools in Kibera. Every visit strengthens our shared commitment to expanding access to quality education and creating lasting opportunities for students.

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