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Our Impact

what the girls have said...

"Precious Sisters has done a lot for me but perhaps what stands out is the sense of family and the strength for the journey that PS has given me"

Anne Class of 2012

“PS has given me the confidence to face life, the voice and strength to speak up, and the survival skills to tackle any challenge coming my way and a trusted team to share my problems and achievements.”

Dafrose Class of 2016

"PS has transformed me from a timid girl who is afraid to dream and make her dreams happen to a confident woman who is always making things happen"

Florence Class of 2011

"I cannot quote enough of the opportunities that have come my way courtesy of Precious Sisters. The opportunity to attend The Yale Young African Scholars in Form Two marked just the beginning. Having the opportunity to interact with like-minded people from all over Africa was a great eye opener."

Mary Class of 2017

"Investing in our education has had a multiplication effect over the years. We have become a beacon of hope to our families and communities. Soon we will be standing along with you impacting change through financial support and mentoring which PS has embraced to produce all rounded young women"

Mary Class of 2009

"As I undertake the final stages towards qualification as a Fellow of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries, I reflect back with gratitude to the Precious Sisters Charity. I owe my success to their unending support. Precious Sisters was family to me. Beyond the disappointments and frustrations of daily life, I lived in a community where success was celebrated based on what your parents had. Excellence was a crime, and for my case it was a vice given that I came from a broken family with relatives who had nothing to offer."

Mirriam Class of 2009

“There is a need to not only educate girls, but also to mentor them, to connect them to opportunities, and to motivate them to work harder and smarter everyday - this is exactly what Precious Sisters has done and continues to do !”

Fanice Class of 2013

“PS has transformed me from a timid girl who is afraid to dream and make her dreams happen to a confident woman who is always making things happen”

“It felt so amazing to talk to the girls and to relive the good memories of when I sat where they are many years ago. Precious Sisters truly has a special place in my heart. It laid such a strong foundation in my life and helped me believe in my dreams. It is the highlight of my story. I am willing and ready to walk with the girls and help them where I can to achieve their dreams. Many mentors did it for me 8 years ago and I believe that that is why I am where I am today. I am more than excited to be part of this.”

Rhoda Class of 2013

“Thank you so much. None of this would have been possible without the love and support from Precious Sisters. I really appreciate it.”

Cynthia Class of 2015

“Thank you all (Precious Sisters) for all always being there for us. May the Almighty in heaven see your charity works and reward it.”

Faith Class of 2021

“Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around. This is what PS as a whole has done to our lives. Whatever we have become/where we are as at now, it's because of the love, care and support from them and we will forever be in debt.”

Doreen Class of 2013

“I am truly grateful to Precious Sisters Charity Trust for their invaluable support throughout my academic journey. Their scholarships and one-on-one mentoring sessions in high school provided a strong foundation for my success, and their continued guidance through university, including school visits and mentorship, has been instrumental. I deeply appreciate their unwavering belief in me and their dedication to empowering girls in the same situation as me.”

Mercy Class of 2020

“I am so grateful to Precious Sisters for working so hard and sacrificing to see me through.I have largely benefitted from the program since high school. Even before joining campus, they organized a mentoring event that opened my eyes and helped me adjust to campus life without much struggle. Coming to campus, they haven't stopped holding my hands and have visited me severally and enlightened me on various topics like relationships, financial management, career guidance and how to maneuver in a work environment. Even as I complete university, Iam so confident about the future. I really appreciate you for making me the person I am today and will forever be grateful.”

Sandra Class of 2020

“I wish to express my heartfelt gratitude for the unwavering support Precious Sisters provided during my high school years. Your sponsorship not only alleviated financial concerns but also empowered me to find my voice and speak out with confidence. The impact of your encouragement has been enduring, playing an essential role in my personal and academic development, and continuing to inspire me to excel. Thank you for investing in my future and believing in my potential.”

Lucy Class of 2022

WE BEGAN IN JANUARY 2006, SIMPLY SPONSORING 4 GIRLS IN ONE SCHOOL. IN 2026 WE ARE SPONSORING 71 GIRLS.

Our founder, Gerald Maithya, wanted to commemorate the short life of his sister, Caroline, who died when she was only 4 years old. Since then, our numbers have grown steadily and by end of 2025 had sponsored 356 girls through 5 schools.

A Precious Sister graduating

OUR PARTNER SCHOOLS

Precious Blood Kilungu

Precious Blood Kilungu

A girls’ extra county boarding school situated in a rural part of South Eastern Kenya, 120km from Nairobi. The school has a student population of 1,035. This is the first school that we worked with.

Precious Blood Riruta

Precious Blood Riruta

A girls' extra county boarding school situated in a poor suburb of Nairobi. The school has a student population of 898. It is where we hold our mentoring events.

Bishop Gatimu Ngandu Girls

Bishop Gatimu Ngandu Girls

A girls' national boarding school situated 135km North East of Nairobi in a rural area toward Mount Kenya. The school has a student population of 2008.

Starehe Girls Centre

Starehe Girls Centre

A girls' national boarding school situated a few miles north of Nairobi, on the way to Kiambu. The school has a student population of 800.

Maryhill Girls High School

Maryhill Girls High School

A girls' national boarding school situated 50km from Nairobi in Thika along Thika - Gatukuyu road. The school has a student population of 2,369.

2026 NUMBERS

467

Total supported to date

111

Currently in school

356

Alumnae

This growth has been possible due to the generosity and support of our sponsors – the many generous individual sponsors who each sponsor a girl through school, plus a small number of charitable organisations whose donations have enabled us to develop our overall programme.

ACADEMIC RESULTS

About 98% of the girls who have completed their secondary school education have won Kenya Government-sponsored places at public universities.

In KCSE 2025, out of 33 girls, 4 scored A, 10 scored A- and 8 scored B+.

All 33 qualified for a Government-sponsored place at the public universities.

10 girls have won further scholarships to study in universities in the USA, 1 to ALA South Africa and Qatar, 2 to ALU Rwanda, 1 to ALU Mauritius, and 1 to a university in Hungary.

In 2022, one girl, Dr. Angelar, graduated with a PhD in Chemistry from the University of Michigan.

Precious Sisters have been and are in prestigious universities like Rutgers in New Jersey, University of California, Berkeley, Spelman College and University of Michigan

The ten girls in the US have graduated, two with an Honours degree

Three proceeded to do Masters degrees from the US, and two have graduated.

One got a further scholarship for a Masters and PhD in University of Michigan and has graduated

Six have permanent jobs in the USA

Three of the girls have returned to Kenya and all three are employed

One girl in 2018 won a place at the African Leadership Academy in Johannesburg, South Africa, in 2020 proceeded to Carnegie Mellon University, Qatar on a full scholarship, where she graduated with an Honours degree.

One girl has graduated from the African Leadership University in Rwanda, while another is still there. One graduated from the African Leadership University in Mauritius with an Honours degree, and one is in University of Debrecen, Hungary.

All were/are on full scholarships.