MALOOI, MAKUENI COUNTY · KENYA

Hope grows
from the soil.

Equipping farmers. Restoring land. Cultivating lasting hope through Christ-centered agricultural education.

ROOTED IN FAITH. GROWING TOGETHER.
Pastor Kioko MwangangiAaron Ndisya MuthiniSylvester Kyumwa MusyokaDennis Mwikya

OUR PURPOSE

Empowering communities to flourish.

We exist to equip and empower hungry families in rural Kenya using a faith-based approach to sustainable farming.

Through hands-on training and practical education, we help Kenyan farmers care for their soil, increase harvests, generate income, and build stronger futures for their families. Our goal is local self-sufficiency, not dependency.

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FAITH IN ACTION

Planting seeds of change.
Growing generations of hope.

OUR ROOTS

The vision began at Kioko's home in 2006, grew into a church tree nursery that same year, and expanded onto land purchased for the training center in 2010.

A local vision.
Lasting impact.

The demonstration farm grew from a tree nursery established by the AIC Malooi Youth Group in 2006. In 2010, the youth expanded their work onto approximately three acres of land, planting trees, conserving soil, and creating a place to learn together.

Pastor Kioko Mwangangi envisioned a farm where neighbors could learn practical agricultural skills while finding hope through Jesus.

Kioko's Story ↗
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We want to teach our community members they can find Hope From the Soil & Hope from Jesus.

— Kioko Mwangangi, Founder

WHAT WE TEACH

Practical skills.
Stronger futures.

The farm also provides hands-on workshops and opportunities for community members to learn from local agricultural trainers.

Soil & conservation

Protecting and improving soil health through conservation farming, biochar, and sustainable land management.

Water resilience

Rainwater harvesting, water storage, and drip irrigation to help farmers withstand dry seasons.

Livelihoods & agriculture

Tree nurseries, emerging crops, beekeeping, livestock, and small-scale agricultural enterprise.

Community members planting seedlings
Visitors viewing the farm water storage system
Woman sorting beans after harvest

FAITH & FARMING

Love God. Love others.
Steward creation.

Our work grew from the local church and a vision to serve neighbors. We care about both physical and spiritual needs, combining agricultural education with Christian discipleship and community.

Training opportunities are open to everyone in the community, regardless of age, gender, or religion.

“The Lord God took the man and put him in the garden of Eden to work it and keep it.” — GENESIS 2:15
Group taking part in Bible study and prayer

PEOPLE BEHIND THE PURPOSE

Led by the community.
Supported by friends.

The farm is rooted in local leadership and supported by agricultural trainers, staff, volunteers, and advisors.

US Advisory Team

Portrait of Dave Williams

Dave Williams

Retired professor of horticulture at Auburn University and supporter of agricultural training.

Portrait of Caralee Elson

Caralee Elson

Missions supporter who carries forward a family connection to Pastor Kioko’s vision.

Portrait of Jack Burden

Jack Burden

Brings experience in development, construction, project management and sustainable water systems.

Portrait of Abigail Reese

Abigail Reese

Wheaton College graduate who supports business-as-mission, communications and community development.

Portrait of Richard Gieser

Richard Gieser

Clinical Professor Emeritus at Loyola University Medical Center, active in international education and ministry.

Portrait of Blake Carlson

Blake Carlson

California farmer who has visited the project and supported irrigation and agricultural efforts.

Portrait of Rebecka Mozes

Rebecka Mozes

Public health professional with experience in community health promotion and research.

Portrait of Karl Cassel

Karl Cassel

Wheaton graduate working in technology sales and consulting; visited Kioko’s community and farm.

Meet the full team ↗

GROW WITH US

Be part of a future
that flourishes.

Partner with local farmers and leaders to cultivate lasting change in Malooi.

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