Our Story
In the midst of the global COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, a group of passionate youths in Kisumu County, Kenya, observed their community grappling with unprecedented challenges. The confluence of economic hardship, pervasive poverty, and the high prevalence of HIV/AIDS had exacerbated issues of maternal and infant malnutrition. Witnessing these struggles firsthand sparked the determination to make a difference.
Our Director, with a background in Maternal, Infant and Young Child Health, felt a responsibility to address these needs of our rural and underserved community. He had seen the devastating effects of malnutrition on mothers and young children, understanding that the first 1,000 days of life impacted heavily on long-term health and development.
Inspired to act, he envisioned an organization that could provide sustainable solutions to these pressing problems. Thus, Ndaloh Heritage was born.
The name "Ndalo," rooted in the Dholuo language, signifies "days" or "a piece of land," reflecting our organization's commitment to nurturing growth and health from the ground up. The founder's vision was clear: to promote nutrition, food security, and overall well-being in underprivileged communities during the early stages of life.
We Are Proud About
Sorghum Fortification
We aim to transform Siaya County's agriculture by maximizing the potential of sorghum through innovative research and collaboration. By improving sorghum fortification, we seek to combat malnutrition, especially among expectant mothers and young children.
Our goal is to empower farmers, merchants, and retailers in Gem and Rarieda with scientific knowledge and sustainable practices, therefore enhancing the quality of food products.
We offer a range of nutritious and wholesome products.
Our selection includes fortified sorghum flour, assorted desiccated fruits, and both fresh and dried African leafy vegetables. We also provide dried and pumpkin seeds flour, dried and roasted butternut seeds flour, orange-fleshed sweet potato flour, and amaranth grain flour.
Partnerships for Development
We believe fostering meaningful collaborations with like-minded organisations is key to addressing our community's challenges, driving sustainable solutions, and creating lasting impact. We unite diverse expertise, resources, and visions to amplify our ability to deliver innovative interventions that uplift, improve livelihoods, and enhance resilience in climate change, food insecurity, and socio-economic disparities.nThese alliances enable us to integrate science, community insights, and practical solutions, ensuring that development is inclusive, impactful, and enduring.
Our Mission
To partner with communities, local and international stakeholders in undertaking nutrition-sensitive and specific activities for alleviation of hunger, poverty and human suffering.
Our Vision
A leading youth led non-profit strengthening Sustainable Development Goals 2 (Zero hunger), 3 (good health and well- being), 13 (Climate Action) and 17 (Partnership for the goals), in underprivileged communities in the first 1000 days
Core Values
Integrity
Collaboration
Accountability
Inclusivity
Teamwork
Empowerment