Inclusivity in improving welfare of children
Our Vision
To see children of all income levels, abilities and social backgrounds, come together and thrive.
Our Mission
Create safe, fun and nurturing outdoor spaces with age appropriate equipment and activities inclusive.
We Find & Fund
We are in search of open grounds in Public Lands, Churches, Learning institutions and Hospitals where we will create an MOU and set up the playgrounds and centres for our programs.
We Provide
We provide age appropriate equipments and other activities for the children.
We Employ
We employ playground caretakers.
We employ coaches for all activities including sports, arts and crafts.
The numbers that speak
In reference to The Kenya Census 2019, we have approximately 12 Million Children of the age between 2 and 14 Years in Kenya and where most of these children come from the central region.
WHY SAFE PUBLIC PLAYGROUNDS?
Lack of safe playgrounds has left our children glued to the television and other electronics all day. This is hindering their communication skills, immune system, and self-esteem. The available Parks are all for revenue and will cost you an arm & leg, Kshs. 600 to Kshs. 1,000 ($6-$10) per hr, per child for playground services. NOT FESIBLE at all for regular mwananchi (citizen) who earn about $10 per day.
Outdoor play is so essentially that the united nations high commission for human rights recognises it as a right of every child. This is a desparate call from parents and caregivers! Let’s create a space where kids can play freely without the worries of speedy bodabodas (motocycles) and automobile.
Children need a playground where they feel safe with age appropriate activities and equipments. This will enhance creativity, exploration, and learning. In return, we can expect a more active generation that’s well developed in communication skills, collaboration and negotiation skills while they get physically, mentally, and emotionally fit!
- Where can we create this playground in your area?
- Do we have funds for recreational purposes and how do we access them?
Our Approach
Our Actions
- As an organization we ask opinions from children on what types of spaces they actually need
- We listen carefully to the concerns and fears of parents, and create solutions to mitigate risk and address those concerns
- We take into consideration the play and recreation needs and access of the most vulnerable children especially those with disabilities
Our Gallery
Board of Directors
Virginia W. Ngigi
Ms. Virginia W. Ngigi (Shiku) is a Mother, community leader, Founder, and Executive Director of Liam Ngigi Bustani Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the welfare of children in Kenya. Shiku was born and raised in Nairobi Kenya, and later moved to the United States of America where she’s had great exposure in many areas including childcare, nursing assistant, medical records and later in aviation where she spent her young age. She, enjoys traveling, reading, painting, and dancing to gospel music. She’s in the praise and worship team at her local church.
Contact Us
Get in touch
- Ruiru - Kiambu County
- info@liamngigifoundation.org
- +254 769 036 593