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About the foundation

Stanbic Kenya Foundation Brief & Strategy

Stanbic Kenya Foundation exists to drive inclusive growth by creating pathways that enable individuals, businesses and communities to participate meaningfully in the economy and thrive. As the impact arm of Stanbic Bank Kenya, the Foundation works with partners across the public, private and development sectors to strengthen ecosystems, unlock opportunities and address barriers that limit economic participation.

Guided by the belief that sustainable prosperity is created when more people have access to opportunity, skills, markets, finance and supportive networks, the Foundation focuses on advancing enterprise development, education and digital skills, climate resilience and community development. Through strategic partnerships, innovation, evidence-based interventions and impact-led programmes, the Foundation seeks to create lasting social and economic value for current and future generations.

In doing so, the Foundation amplifies Stanbic Bank Kenya's purpose that "Kenya is our Home, we drive her growth" by helping people, businesses and communities move from potential to prosperity.

Our Focus Areas

The Foundation delivers impact through four interconnected focus areas:

  • Enterprise Development - Supporting entrepreneurs, MSMEs and emerging enterprises with opportunities, capability development, networks and access to growth enablers.
  • Education & Future Skills - Equipping young people with knowledge, skills and opportunities needed to participate in a rapidly evolving economy.
  • Digital Inclusion - Expanding access to digital skills, technology and innovation to enhance economic participation and competitiveness.
  • Climate & Community Resilience - Supporting environmental sustainability and strengthening the resilience of communities through climate-conscious initiatives and partnerships.
The Key focus areas
  • Climate Resilience
  • Education
  • Digital Literacy
  • Economic Empowerment
 
Partnering for Growth

The Foundation partners with like institutions to jointly fund programmes that unlock ecosystem opportunities for the long term growth of MSMEs and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.

Strategic Partners
  • Microsoft
  • USADF
  • GIZ
  • Palmhouse Foundation
  • Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
  • Nature Kenya
  • The Africa Centre
Expected Impact
  • Social-economic growth for small entrepreneurs
  • Job Creation
  • Enterprise Development & Business Growth
  • Education
  • Financial Inclusion
  • Environment and Climate mitigation
Board of Directors
Mercy Githanji
Executive Director / Head, Stanbic Kenya Foundation
Mr Gregroy R Brackenridge
Non-Executive Director
Lilian Onyach
Non-Executive Director