When women thrive financially, families flourish and communities prosper.
Aligned with Vision 2032, we believe that empowering women economically is fundamental to achieving sustainable community development. We are focused on increasing women’s access to financial services in rural communities by enabling more female entrepreneurs to become agents in the retail and financial network. Shades of Hope Legacy Foundation aims to empower women in rural communities to start, sustain, and grow successful businesses so they can reach their full potential.
Our focus on supporting value addition and sustainable household economic strengthening empowers women to take charge of their financial futures, ultimately uplifting families and driving community resilience and growth. The work of Shades of Hope Legacy Foundation for Women aligns closely with our founder’s deepest convictions about what is needed to build a global and sustainable economy that works for all people.
Nearly 1 in 10 Kenyans remain completely outside the financial system
We empower women and communities with financial skills, access to services, and opportunities for sustainable livelihoods.
Join us in empowering women with the knowledge, tools, and opportunities they need to succeed in business and take charge of their financial futures — because when women rise, entire communities are lifted.
Shades of Hope Legacy Foundation equips women in rural communities with the financial knowledge, resources, and opportunities needed to start, sustain, and grow businesses while building long-term resilience.
Delivering training on business management, budgeting, and financial planning to empower women with informed decision-making skills
Partnering with financial institutions and supporting community savings groups to provide women with loans, savings, and investment opportunities.
Offering tailored business development programs and mentorship from successful entrepreneurs to strengthen skills and inspire growth.
Connecting women to local, national, and international markets through digital platforms, while building confidence and networks that unlock opportunities.
Promoting innovative approaches to value addition and sustainable business models that increase product worth and family incomes.
Championing gender-sensitive policies and expanding women’s access to digital tools that enable them to scale enterprises and strengthen financial inclusion