Too Little Children
Providing enough for the child who has too little.
Providing A Brighter Future
Too Little Children strives to provide enough for the child who has too little, ensuring under served youth have the holistic support needed to thrive through projects such as Jemo House and The Pad Project.
The Pad Project
The Pad Project provides girls with the dignity and safety they deserve during menstruation, enabling them to stay in school. By distributing reusable, washable sanitary pads, we combat period poverty and its devastating consequences, including child marriage and transactional sex. This transformative initiative is powered by dedicated volunteers, sewing both individually and in groups.
Jemo House
Jemo House, located in western Kenya, provides a nurturing home for orphaned and abandoned children. We believe in holistic care, prioritizing community and family structure alongside essential resources like food, shelter, and education. Our commitment extends beyond childhood, with ongoing mentorship to empower our children to become financially independent adults, able to build strong communities.
“The test of our progress is not whether we add more to the abundance of those who have much; it is whether we provide enough for those who have too little.”
— Franklin Delano Roosevelt
How It All Began
Discovering the Need
During a medical mission trip to Maseno, Kenya, our founder, Jessica Starich, encountered a mother and six children in extremely difficult living conditions at a local orphanage. They lacked basic necessities such as safe shelter, sufficient food, and clean drinking water. This experience highlighted the urgent need for intervention.
Taking Decisive Action
After unsuccessful attempts to collaborate with the orphanage's management to improve the situation, Jessica made the compassionate decision to move the mother and children to a temporary location. This immediate action paved the way for a more sustainable solution.
Building for the Future
Through dedicated fundraising efforts, we were able to construct Jemo House in 2013. This facility was specifically designed to accommodate a larger number of children, providing them with a stable and nurturing environment.
Join Our Team
Volunteering Opportunities At Home & Abroad
Are you looking for a meaningful way to give back? We're dedicated to supporting Jemo House children’s home in Maseno, Kenya, and empowering girls through The Pad Project, our reusable sanitary pad sewing initiative. Whether you have an hour a week to spare or are looking for a more immersive experience, we have a place for you on our team!
Your skills can directly impact the lives of children and young women in Kenya. We're currently seeking passionate volunteers for a variety of roles:
Website Content Creators & Blog Writers: Help us share our stories, update our supporters, and raise awareness about our vital work.
Social Media Enthusiasts (Facebook & Instagram): Keep our online community engaged and informed by managing our social media presence.
Speakers & Advocates: Share our mission with your community, school, or workplace and inspire others to get involved.
Fundraising Volunteers: Help us generate the crucial funds needed to sustain Jemo House and expand The Pad Project.
Administrative Support: Lend a hand with essential organizational tasks that keep our operations running smoothly.
Youth Mentors & Coordinators: Guide and support young people involved in our projects, both locally and abroad.
Business Development Volunteers: We have exciting new initiatives in the pipeline, including setting up a Community cafe & youth space in Kenya. We're looking for individuals with business development experience, or anyone eager to support this project and learn valuable new skills.
Many of these roles can be done remotely and require as little as one hour per week. And for those looking for a truly unique experience, there's the incredible opportunity to join our annual trip to Kenya. On these trips, volunteers help distribute sanitary pads in schools, provide invaluable support to the children at Jemo House, and even get hands-on with practical maintenance tasks on the Jemo House building and grounds, such as painting, gardening, and general upkeep.
Ready to make a tangible difference? We'd love to hear from you!
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