Kenyan Coast Holds Its Maiden Sunshine Rally
By Pauline Awuor
The first-ever Rotary Sunshine Rally at the Kenyan Coast, which was hosted at Light International School Mombasa, was a remarkable success with the participation of 591 children and the contribution of 120 caregivers from nine schools.
The Rotary Sunshine Rally is a flagship project of Rotary District 9212, catering for differently abled children since its inception by the Manu Chandaria Foundation in 1979. With the 2024 theme of “A Day in the Sun,” the Rotary Sunshine Rally aligns with our core values of inclusiveness, unity, and impact, aiming to foster equality by facilitating meaningful exchanges among people from vastly different socio-economic backgrounds.
Activities ranged from chess and robotics to engaging in paintings and health checkups, culminating in shared meals that created unforgettable memories. During the event, the Rotary Club of Kilindini generously donated reams of braille paper to support the students of Likoni School for the Blind.
Rotary District 9212 Governor Leonard Ithau and District Rotaract Representative Nancy Njeri, along with other Rotarians from different regions, attended the event.
Sabrina, one of the trustees, expressed her appreciation for the Coast Rotary team for creating a memorable experience for the children during the Sunshine Rally event. A heartfelt thank you goes out to our 31 partners and sponsors for their support through various networks.
The Rotary Foundation Dinner
Still at the Kenyan Coast, Rotary and Rotaract clubs in the region hosted The Rotary Foundation diner at Chamiachi Hotel in Nyali, Mombasa.
The event in February was an evening brimming with delightful moments as we celebrated the generosity of Rotarians and Rotaractors toward the Rotary Foundation. A total of 251 Rotarians have donated a total of $6,182, while 160 Rotaractors contributed $1,248.97.
Highest Giving Club Per Capita (Rotary): Rotary Club of Mombasa Central, Rotary Club of Kilifi, and Rotary Club of Mombasa Downtown
Highest Giving Club Per Capita (Rotaract): Rotaract Club of Youthzone and Rotaract Club of Malindi.
Highest Giving Club (Rotary): Rotary Club of Mombasa Central, Rotary Club of Kilifi, and Rotary Club of Mombasa.
Highest Giving Club (Rotaract): Rotaract Club of Youthzone and Rotaract Club of Malindi.
All Giving Clubs: Rotary Club of Lamu, Rotary Club of Bahari Mombasa, Rotary Club of Mombasa Downtown, Rotary Club of Malindi, and Rotary Club of Bamburi, Rotaract Club of Youthzone, Rotaract Club of Malindi, Rotaract Club of Mwatate and Rotaract Club of Nyali.
During the event, pledges totaling $4,500 were raised. District Governor Leonard Ithau urged members to continue giving to the Rotary Foundation, emphasizing that these contributions would return as grants. Regional Coordinator Lynette Oketch and The District Rotary Foundation Chairman Protus Lumiti echoed the sentiments of the District Governor.
Courtesy Call to Kilifi County Governor Ahead of District Conference
Meanwhile, Rotary District 9212 Governor Leonard Ithau, accompanied by Coast Rotary leaders, paid a courtesy call on the Governor of Kilifi, County Gideon Maitha Mung’aro and County Commissioner Josephat Biwott.
During the visit, the two delegations discussed the upcoming Rotary District Conference scheduled to take place from 25th to 28th of April in Watamu, Kilifi County. This visit was also aimed at fostering collaboration and partnership between the region and Rotary clubs, emphasizing the importance of working together for mutual benefit.
Visit https://dca2024.rotary9212.org/ today to learn more about the District Conference and register for the event.
