Urgent Action Fund - Africa
Rapid Response Grant Application

Dear Sir or Madam,
Re: Grant Application for TTGD Eco-TransNzoia Community Based Organisation
I am writing on behalf of TTGD Kenya, TransNzoia EcoSociety to submit our grant application for our organisation in TransNzoia, Kenya. This initiative aims to eradicate the problem of insufficient food supply in our region through targeted community development programs.
Enclosed, please find our completed questionnaire detailing the project's objectives, methodologies, and anticipated outcomes. We believe this project aligns closely with Urgent Action Fund - Africa's mission to support women's rights and social justice initiatives across the continent.
We are seeking funding of $15,000 to implement this project effectively. Your support will be instrumental in establishing classroom facilities for early childhood education in our base land in the region.
Thank you for considering our application. We are committed to transparency and collaboration and would welcome any further discussions or clarifications you may require.
Sincerely,

Organization Name:
TTGD Eco Society – Kenya (under the TTGD Global Initiative)
Physical Address:
P.O. BOX 3305 – 30200, Kitale, Trans Nzoia County, Kenya
Email: transnzoiaecosocieties@gmail.com
Website: www.throughthegoldendoor.com
Telephone: +254 716 535 353

Primary Contact Person:
Patrick Kapukha | Executive Director | kapukha2012@gmail.com | +254 722 808 259
Additional Contacts:
Jane Barasa | Chairlady | janebarasa001@gmail.com | +254 714 834 543
Ilene Namyama | Treasurer | ailenanyama2018@gmail.com | +254 724 543 036

TTGD Eco Society – Trans Nzoia is a grassroots community initiative formed in 2023, operating under the TTGD (Through The Golden Door) EcoSociety framework. Its mission is to combine sustainable agriculture with early childhood education to improve livelihoods, food security, and child development in Trans-Nzoia County, Kenya.
The organization functions as a Community-Based Organization (CBO) focused on regenerative farming, womn’s leadership, and holistic family development. It builds on the TTGD movement’s core values of local ownership, ecological justice, and intergenerational empowerment.

The organization is based in Trans-Nzoia County, Kenya, specifically in a rural setting where most community members depend on subsistence and small-scale farming. The area is marked by fertile land and a strong agricultural tradition, yet faces ongoing challenges related to poverty, gender inequality, and access to early childhood development resources.

Currently, 38 womn are actively engaged in the TTGD Eco Society – Trans Nzoia initiative. Their ages range from 21 to 64 years, and they hold various roles, including:
- Farming Team Leads (15 womn): Oversee specific crop sections and coordinate cultivation activities.
- Community Mobilizers (6 womn): Engage and train new members, especially youth and caregivers.
- Childcare and Learning Volunteers (10 womn): Provide support for early childhood development zones.
- Advisory and Oversight Members (7 womn): Represent womn in decision-making forums and governance reviews.
These womn are at the centre of both the agricultural and educational arms of the EcoSociety, ensuring that the work is womn-led in both vision and implementation.

The TTGD Eco Society – Trans Nzoia is in its early stages and has not yet received formal grant funding. However, its activities have been supported through:
- Community Contributions – Small pooled funds and in-kind support (e.g. land, labour, tools) from local members.
- TTGD Central Coordination Unit – Technical guidance, proposal support, and ecosystem branding, without financial disbursement to date.
- Order Efficiency Ltd (PHC Service) – Non-financial support through subsidized governance, monitoring, and accountability systems under the Project Health Control (PHC) framework.
These combined inputs have enabled the group to launch activities and prepare for externally supported growth.

1. Stephen Mukasa Ruhaga | Director of Social Services & Gender Equality - County Government of Trans Nzoia | [email] | [telephone]
2. H.E. Hon. George Natembeya | Governor, Trans Nzoia County | [email] | [telephone]
3. Ms. Tahira Khan | President, TTGD Foundation | contact@ttgd.org | +27 705 987 654

Through the TTGD Central Coordination Unit, which monitors and circulates opportunities aligned with feminist and community-based resilience initiatives across the EcoSociety network.

There is widespread exclusion from early childhood education in Trans Nzoia County, compounded by chronic poverty, landlessness, and limited access to safe, inclusive learning spaces. This situation has persisted for years but intensified after the COVID-19 pandemic and recent political disruptions, requiring immediate redress.

This intervention centers womn as key agents of change. By training womn as caregivers, governance leaders, and psychosocial support providers, the initiative addresses their economic marginalization, promotes leadership roles, and directly reduces gender-based violence (GBV). Creating child-safe environments also eases the burden on womn and enables broader community participation, reinforcing womn’s social and economic rights.

Informal power brokers, absentee landowners, and local elites benefit from the status quo by maintaining social and economic control over land access, education resources, and political influence. These actors often resist inclusive reforms that would empower marginalized communities, particularly womn and displaced families.

Power to make change lies with county government agencies, community-based organizations, faith institutions, and local womn leaders. We will influence them through:
- Community mobilization led by trusted grassroots figures
- Formal partnerships with education and social service departments
- Advocacy campaigns highlighting the benefits of womn-led ECD initiatives
- Training programs that build capacity for inclusive governance and emergency response

This project transforms power dynamics by embedding womn at every level of the initiative, from governance and caregiving to safety, training, and advocacy. By shifting responsibility and visibility to womn in community structures, the project breaks cycles of dependency and marginalization. It builds lasting agency through leadership roles, economic opportunity, and education, setting a replicable model for feminist-centred rural development.

- Political interference or obstruction from local elites resisting inclusive reforms
- Gender-based violence (GBV) risks for womn taking public leadership roles
- Resource limitations, including insufficient funding to complete ECD centre development
- Stigmatization of vulnerable groups such as adolescent mothers or displaced families
- Community fatigue or resistance to structural change due to past unfulfilled interventions

- Engage trusted local leaders and faith-based institutions early to build community consensus
- Use conflict-sensitive planning and participatory methods to ensure buy-in from all groups
- Provide GBV awareness training, secure referral pathways, and establish local protection protocols
- Stagger implementation to match available resources and ensure visible early successes
- Use PHC Service tools to monitor risk levels, track responses, and adjust strategies in real time
- Provision of TTGD starter kits, coordinated community mobilization, and training support from the TTGD Central Coordination Unit to ensure consistent capacity and local readiness

- Establish community-led safety committees and early warning systems for responding to threats
- Train staff and volunteers in trauma-informed care, conflict sensitivity, and emergency protocols
- Provide access to psychosocial support and wellness resources
- Use the PHC Service to track incidents, manage safety protocols, and ensure accountability
- Coordinate with local authorities and health providers for rapid response and protective services
- Ensure safe, inclusive spaces for team meetings and fieldwork, especially for womn-led initiatives

TTGD Eco Society – Trans Nzoia has deep community roots dating back to 2008 and is trusted by local families, leaders, and institutions. As a grassroots, women-led organization, it blends sustainable agriculture, early childhood education, and gender justice advocacy within a holistic, community-centred model. The team’s long-standing experience in resilience-building, land rights, and education reform, coupled with active support from the County Government of Trans Nzoia, positions the organization uniquely to deliver effective, context-aware, and replicable interventions tailored to the needs of the most vulnerable.

The project will launch a three-month urgent intervention to:
- Construct or rehabilitate 50 safe, child-friendly Early Childhood Development (ECD) centers across Trans Nzoia County.
- Train over 500 women in psychosocial support, parenting, early childhood stimulation, and emergency response.
- Conduct workshops on GBV awareness, child rights, and positive parenting.
- Establish community-based safety and early warning systems, led by trained local women.
- Set up an emergency response fund to provide immediate support to families facing displacement or abuse.
- Distribute TTGD starter kits and provide mobilization and mentorship support from the Central Coordination Unit.
These activities will embed women in leadership, improve child safety and development, and build resilience in the face of chronic vulnerabilities.

- Creation of safe, inclusive learning environments for over 2,000 children, especially girls, in Trans Nzoia.
- Increased leadership and agency of women in community governance and child protection systems.
- Reduction in gender-based violence (GBV), early pregnancies, and school dropout rates.
- Improved psychosocial wellbeing and caregiving capacity among women and adolescent mothers.
- A replicable, community-led model for integrated ECD, gender justice, and resilience in rural Kenya.

The intervention responds to escalating vulnerabilities caused by post-COVID recovery delays, rising GBV cases, political instability, and inadequate educational infrastructure. These are urgent, systemic challenges that exceed the routine capacity and resources of the community, requiring external funding and rapid coordinated action.

The project will work with:
- Women caregivers and local mothers, who will be engaged in training programs on early childhood development, nutrition, and trauma-informed care.
- Adolescent girls and children, as primary beneficiaries of the safe learning spaces and support systems.
- Community elders and local leaders, who will support mobilization and governance of the intervention.
- TTGD Central Coordination Unit, which will provide technical oversight, seed support, and monitoring through the PHC Service.
- County-level service providers in education, health, and social services to align delivery with government structures.

1. TTGD Central Coordination Unit
Support with logistics, documentation, branding, and funding channelling across the EcoSociety network. TTGD Central also helps align local action with regional and global visibility.
Ms. Tahira Amir Khan, Chief Patron | contact@ttgd.org | +27 705 987 654

2. Order Efficiency Ltd – PHC Service Provider
Governance oversight, transparent reporting, risk monitoring, and project accountability through the Project Health Control (PHC) Service.
Mr. David Winter, Director | david.winter@order-efficiency.com | +44 1621 772110

3. Local Churches and Community Based Groups
We will engage additional local stakeholders and initiatives for on-the-ground implementation, including:
- Skill-building workshops for womn on agroecology and cooperative management
- Mentorship programs linking experienced womn farmers with first-time participants
- Healthcare initiatives tied to food and income security
- Advocacy campaigns aimed at promoting womn’s leadership in rural economic development
These partnerships ensure that the intervention is locally grounded, technically supported, and globally accountable, with all partners aligned in advancing womn’s rights and sustainable livelihoods.

Yes, the TTGD Eco Society in Trans Nzoia actively aligns with feminist principles through its women-led governance model, community safety initiatives, and educational inclusion programs. It is part of the broader TTGD network, which promotes social equity, gender justice, and grassroots empowerment across Africa.

The intervention will be carried out in Trans Nzoia County, Kenya, a predominantly rural area. Activities are planned to commence immediately upon grant approval and will span a three-month implementation period, with structures in place to ensure ongoing sustainability and community engagement beyond the initial phase.

We are requesting USD 15,000, the maximum available under this grant. These funds will directly support:
- Procurement of TTGD Eco starter kits (tools, seeds, and materials for sustainable farming and early childhood support)
- Community mobilization and local training sessions
- Construction or upgrade of safe learning and play spaces
- Stipends for trainers and caregivers
- Monitoring and documentation of project impact through the PHC Service framework

Additional support for this effort will come from:
- County Government of Trans Nzoia – provision of land, seeds, and alignment with local development policy
- TTGD Central Coordination Unit – logistical guidance, training materials, and branding support
- PHC Service (Order Efficiency Ltd) – governance, accountability, and monitoring at a highly discounted rate (10% of commercial value under formal agreement)
- Community contributions – voluntary labor, local materials, and oversight from community leaders and parents

No. This project is designed to be publicly visible to encourage transparency, inspire replication in other regions, and foster wider partnerships aligned with the values of gender justice and community resilience.