Water Project!

Hey Again Everyone,

Here are a couple pictures from the Enkitoria Community Dispensary Water Project i did in July. This project aimed to repair the public tap at the Enkitoria Community Dispensary (Clinic) and establish a new tap at the nearby Mara Shiners Academy (a primary, aka elementary, school). There are before & after pictures of the clinic tap & a couple pictures of some students at Mara Shiners Academy around their new tap.

We had a little difficulty with the builder but eventually all obstacles were overcome and the project is now complete.

The project was done in association with an organization called Appropriate Projects. This organization is part of the larger organization Water Charity. Appropriate Projects pre-funds projects for Peace Corps Volunteers. This means that before the money has been raised (the maximum monetary limit for all projects is 555$) Appropriate Projects fronts the Peace Corps Volunteer funding & then collects the money via private donations during and after the project. Currently, over half of the money for this project has been raised (333$)! I & the community appreciate the donations of all who have given. Below is the website for the project if anyone is interested in reading a more detailed description of the project and/or the community. It is also possible to donate from this web address via PayPal.

http://appropriateprojects.com/node/767

F. Porter Nellans Jr. - From Kenya With Care

Family Trip: Mt. Kilimenjaro & Safari

Hi All,

In July my family came to visit me. we traveled all over Kenya; we made it to Loitokitok where we visited my host family from training, to my site where my family saw my home, met my friends, explored my community, and went on a safari adventure!

Here are some pictures from that trip!

Overall, i've had many visitors from back in the states! It was great to see familiar faces & i really appreciate all who have made & will make the trip over here. To those that don't make it, i look forward to seeing you when i get home...it wont be too long now!

F. Porter Nellans Jr. - From Kenya With Care

Emanyatta Construction.

Here are some pictures that i meant to post long ago...sorry i forgot about them.

These pictures are of a Emanyata (Traditional Maasai Homestead) that was being constructed near my home. 

I hope you enjoy them.

F. Porter Nellans Jr. - From Kenya With Care

Trees!

Hi Everyone,

Here are a couple pictures of some trees i planted at my site. For Peace Corps 50th Anniversary each volunteer in Kenya was alloted 50 of these trees for their community. They are called Muringa Trees & are actually quite amazing! They are extraordinarily healthy, containing massive amounts of nutrients. They are also used by some for medicinal purposes. Best of all, they don't take much to grow up healthy & strong as they don't require much water or rich soil! For more info look them up on the web!

F. Porter Nellans Jr. - From Kenya With Care

Roof Repairs! Finally Finished!

Hi everyone!

As you may remember in March my roof (the roof of the community clinic) was destroyed during a storm. My younger brother, Connor, held a fundraiser to help with repair costs.

These are some pictures of the building now that we've finally completed all of the repairs! (There are also pictures of the damage as well)

Thanks to all who donated, your generosity is greatly appreciated!

P.s. We are currently working on a project proposal that will allow us (Enkitoria Community Dispensary/Clinic) to start an IGA (Income Generating Activity). This, we hope will allow for a more sustainable future! One where outside assistance will not be needed when problems arise. More on that project to come....

Thanks Again!



F. Porter Nellans Jr. - From Kenya With Care

A Couple More Pics Of Sabore Depe

These are pics from before & after the little guys surgery! Also, there is an article i wrote for the PCK newsletter about our trip & an article written by Polly a friend i met who is a volunteer with Operation Smile.

F. Porter Nellans Jr. - From Kenya With Care

Operation Smile

These are couple pictures of the second child that was helped by Operation Smile. She, like the other child, had a cleft lip. She is 7 years old. Her mother & family were VERY excited to be able to get the operation; they have been looking for help since she was born.

F. Porter Nellans Jr. - From Kenya With Care

Operation Smile :o)

Below are a couple pictures from my trip @ the beginning of April to meet up with Operation Smile in Nakuru. A child from nearby my village had a cleft lip so i told them about the opportunity to get it corrected for free. They asked that i escort the mother & child on the trip.

Two pics are general photos of the Op. Smile team @ work. The other is a picture of the child, Sabore, and his mother, Kitindi, before the operation.

I will post a pic of them after the surgery.

F. Porter Nellans Jr. - From Kenya With Care

My House....

So a a week or so ago a big storm came through and the winds were so strong that they ripped the roof off my house....Pics below!

F. Porter Nellans Jr. - From Kenya With Care

Children's Books!

Just a couple of pictures of some kids from the village enjoying the books my mom sent over with Ky in December! ....only problem is, now they won't ever leave me alone! :o) haha!

Still to come (eventually, not really saying anytime soon, ha!)... Pictures of a SnowMan in Kenya!

F. Porter Nellans Jr. - From Kenya With Care