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“Foothold: a secure position for further progress or development.”

What we do...

BioSand

Foothold International’s Biosand filters provide up to 99% pure water, reduce deforestation and last up to 10 years with proper care.

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Soap

Empowers community groups to handcraft soap for their local schools and community through our partnership with Pacha Soap Co.

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Market

Provides artisans access to consumers who value high-quality, handmade items such as aprons, bags, soap, skincare, jewelry…

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Pads

Jasiri is a self-sustaining menstrual pad company improving the quality of life for women.

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Our Mission

Foothold is a faith-based nonprofit serving in Kenya, East Africa utilizing sustainable, local resources and people to make lasting change in the lives of local communities. Our focus is clean water, sanitation, and hygiene innovations that empower people to prevent disease while providing a way out of poverty.

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How we do things

Foothold works with dreamers and servant leaders within their local communities of Kenya, giving them the tools to pull themselves out of poverty and empower them to bring their neighbors and friends along with them.

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From the FieldUpdatesResponse to Recent Events
August 7, 2025

Response to Recent Events

We Take This Seriously.  Every Time.  As a nonprofit serving vulnerable individuals-children, women, families-it is our responsibility to not only care for them, but to protect them. That means we…
Food for thoughtFrom the FieldGet InvolvedUpdatesPark Benches and Orange Chairs
July 15, 2025

Park Benches and Orange Chairs

I fondly recall the summers of my 60s/70s childhood, visiting my grandparents’ general store in Washington, Kentucky (Pictured Above). I can still smell the country ham, candy, spices, and sweet…
KilimanjaroHow much money should I carry with me for the Kilimanjaro climb?
July 17, 2022

How much money should I carry with me for the Kilimanjaro climb?

How much money to bring with you depends on many factors. First, let's go through what you don't need to spend money on, and then what you need to spend…