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Jasiri: Bold, Confident, Brave, Period.

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Soap

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Biosand Filter

Find out about the BioSand Filter
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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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Education of GirlsTestimonials
January 3, 2023

Fridah refuses to enter an arranged marriage.

Fridah is the last-born daughter in her family. Fridah is like many young women in her community to be pressured to marry at a young age. Their family stands to…
Education of GirlsTestimonials
January 3, 2023

Naomi dreams of becoming a doctor!

Naomi is the firstborn daughter in her family. She is currently finishing 8th grade and about to begin her first year of high school. She received a one-year scholarship to…
Education of GirlsTestimonials
January 3, 2023

Alice dreams of breaking generational cycles in her family.

Alice lives in Kenya. She has overcome many challenges, and she wants to break the negative cycles in her family. Alice has also suffered from various medical challenges related to…