Run for Hope 2026 · Education Access Project
More than a run. A movement to keep children in school.
On 29 November 2026, Karura Forest hosts Run for Hope — bringing individuals, corporates, and communities together around one clear goal: keeping 100 children in school for the entire 2027 academic year.
About the project
One clear goal: no child forced out of school by financial barriers.
Led by Mercy of Hope Foundation, Run for Hope 2026 brings together individuals, corporates, and communities to raise funds and awareness in support of vulnerable children across Kenya.
With a fundraising target of KES 3,000,000, the project combines community action, storytelling, and direct intervention to create lasting educational impact — funds raised are channeled directly toward school fees and essential learning needs.
Why this matters
Children are not dropping out because they lack potential — they lack resources.
Our work in communities such as Kibera and Mathare has revealed a harsh reality: across underserved communities, many children face disruptions in their education for reasons entirely outside their control. Run for Hope exists to change that narrative.
Read the strategic pillarOur approach
A three-phase impact project — not just one morning.
Pre-event
June – November 2026
We identify and profile the children who need support across five counties, while mobilizing support through storytelling, partnerships, and fundraising campaigns.
The run
29 November 2026
Karura Forest hosts a vibrant community of participants united for a cause — every runner and walker turning one morning of movement into school fees and learning materials.
Post-event impact
December 2026 – 2027
Funds raised are channeled directly toward school fees and essential learning needs. We track progress, ensure accountability, and share real impact stories with our community.
100
Children supported across five counties
KES 3M
Fundraising target for the campaign
2027
Full school retention for the academic year
Every step taken during the run directly contributes to a child's future.
Race day · 29 November 2026
Register to run, walk, or bring a team.
Reserve your place and pay securely via Paystack. The team will share race pack pickup and final event details as we approach the date.
Every participant experiences:
- Official Run for Hope T-shirt
- Finisher medal
- Curated goodie bag
- Hydration support throughout the run
Partnerships & visibility
Impact-driven visibility, not banners.
Due to environmental regulations at Karura Forest, Run for Hope focuses on impact-driven visibility rather than physical branding — an approach that ensures authentic, meaningful engagement with audiences. Partners are recognized through:
- Digital campaigns and storytelling
- Media features and awareness campaigns
- Impact reports and student stories
Partnership contact
+254 792 333503
info@mercyofhopefoundation.org
Community & SME involvement
Run for Hope also creates opportunities for small and growing businesses to be part of the movement. Through curated goodie bags and marketplace opportunities, SMEs are able to:
- Showcase their products
- Connect with new audiences
- Contribute to a meaningful cause
This ensures that impact extends beyond education into community empowerment and economic inclusion.
Join the movement
It's about standing for something bigger.
Run for Hope is not just about running — it is about ensuring that every child, regardless of their background, has the opportunity to learn, grow, and build a future.
Partner with us
Bring your company, brand, or organization behind a clear education goal with authentic recognition.
Run with us
Join us at Karura Forest on 29 November 2026 — run, walk, or bring a whole team along.
Support a child
Can't make the run? Give directly toward school fees and learning materials for the 2027 school year.
Together, we can turn every step into a chance for a child to stay in school.
Register for Run for Hope 2026, partner with the campaign, or support a child directly — every contribution moves us closer to 100 children in school for 2027.