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Chakula Mtaani Feeding Program

Over 8,000 nutritious meals served. More than 200 children reached every week. 52+ feeding sessions conducted annually. 100+ volunteers mobilized. Improved food security for vulnerable households. Increased youth leadership through the Jijue Program. Enhanced child wellbeing through safe spaces and mentorship. Strengthened community participation and resilience.

Beneficiaries

250+ between the ages of 4-15 from Mathare

Activities

17 Key Initiatives

About This Program

The Chakula Mtaani Feeding Program is a flagship initiative of Swift Slums Integrators Mathare (SSIM) dedicated to addressing food insecurity among vulnerable children and families in Mathare, Nairobi. Through regular community feeding sessions, the program provides warm, nutritious meals while creating a safe, welcoming space where children can learn, play, and build meaningful relationships.
Beyond fighting hunger, Chakula Mtaani promotes dignity, social inclusion, and child wellbeing by bringing together volunteers, community members, and partners to care for those most in need. The program also serves as a platform for mentorship, life skills, and community engagement, helping to nurture a healthier, more resilient generation.
At SSIM, we believe that every child deserves not only a meal but also hope, love, and the opportunity to thrive. Through Chakula Mtaani, we continue to strengthen community resilience one meal, one child, and one act of kindness at a time.

Key Activities & Initiatives

Meal preparation
Serving warm, nutritious meals
Mentorship sessions
Life skills training
Children's games and recreation
Talent development (music, dance, poetry, storytelling)
Face painting
Balloon art
Holiday celebrations (Easter, Christmas, Madaraka Day, etc.)
Reading and educational activities
Health and hygiene awareness
Nutrition education
Child safeguarding and protection
Volunteer engagement
Community outreach and identification of vulnerable children
Parent and caregiver engagement
Monitoring and documentation of attendance

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Chakula Mtaani Feeding Program
  • Beneficiaries 250+ between the ages of 4-15 from Mathare
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Current Needs: Chakula Mtaani Feeding Program

As the Chakula Mtaani Feeding Program continues to grow, SSIM is seeking support to meet increasing community needs by establishing a modern community kitchen powered by Upishi Safi Briquettes for clean, affordable, and sustainable cooking; securing additional food supplies to provide nutritious meals to more vulnerable children; and providing school stationery for 500 children, including exercise books, pens, pencils, school bags, and other essential learning materials. These investments will strengthen food security, improve children's education, promote environmental sustainability, and ensure every child has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive in a safe and supportive community.

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