After 5 weeks of successful campaigning for MAYOO, Jonathan Saoyo Simel returns home to Kenya full of optimism for the future of his project. He admitted in his last week, that he only expected to sponsor a couple girls and hoped to complete maybe one community water project, now after everything is finished he laughs unbelievably, and says “this trip is like God sent me.” That sentiment pretty much sums up how we all feel at MAYOO, to be blessed with such overwhelming generosity, love and support by our respective communities. With so much support we were able to complete all of our objectives and more;

• We are proud to announce that we fully completed funding for the Ilngarooj water piping and tank system which, will supply around 1,000 people with close access to a clean drinking supply.
• Our Safehouse will also now be fully equipped with a new piping system and tank so that the rescue girls will no longer have to buy or walk long distances to get clean water.
• Finally, we were able to find new long term sponsors for 22 new girls who were at-risk of early marriage and female genital mutilation but can now are ensured to complete their education

In addition to these advancements to our projects we also were able to forge new connections to assist and guide MAYOO as we continue to develop. In the longterm, these alliances with new friends, organizations, and partners will be invaluable as we continue to establish a legitimate infrastructure here in the United States.

Right now we are proud to say that Jonathan has already started one piping project and that Steve Pasinski will be there in a week to oversee the transition of Safehouse girls and initiate their sponsor communication. Therefore, soon we will have plenty of pictures, videos and updates so that you can see the beneficiaries of all your wonderful support.

Until then we want to personally thank everyone who attended an event, purchased local Jewelry, donated to our projects, sponsored a girl, expressed interest and ultimately welcomed Jonathan into your world. Special thanks goes to Sherry Anderson & Janet Biondi who hosted Jonathan and were instrumental in fundraising to complete these projects. Also to the Pasinski & Hackett family who were generous long-term hosts. Thanks again for all the support and we look forward to developing this great connection with Massachusetts in order to continue to ensure security, health, and opportunity for the next generation of Maasai youth!