US-based family transforms lives through education scholarships

Engineer Tim Muli, the founder of the Muli Children International Education Program, has provided full scholarships to 87 bright but needy students, enabling them to pursue secondary education. Remarkably, 23 of these beneficiaries have progressed to university.

Speaking during a reunion party with beneficiaries and their guardians at his ancestral home in Malikini village, Muli reflected on the program's journey, which began in 2009. His vision was simple but profound: to restore the education dreams of children from disadvantaged backgrounds.

“I grew up in a community where many children couldn’t go to school due to lack of resources or the absence of parents. When I moved to the US, I knew I wanted to give back by creating opportunities for these children,” said Muli.

Over the years, the program has expanded beyond Mwea to reach students from across the country. Muli shared ambitious plans for the future, including supporting more students in higher education and launching a leadership academy to cultivate young leaders.

“The goal is not just about passing exams but also about creating a generation of change-makers who can lead with purpose,” he added.

Steve Muia, the program’s director, emphasized its success in targeting the most vulnerable children who might have otherwise missed out on secondary education.

The beneficiaries' stories painted a picture of lives changed forever.

Jane Kimeu, a mother of twin daughters, expressed heartfelt gratitude for the scholarships that enabled her children to continue their education despite her husband’s illness and financial struggles.

“I don’t know where we would be without this program. It has been a blessing for our family,” she said.

For Kelvin Malilu, the scholarship was a lifeline. After completing primary school, he was destined for a day school due to financial constraints. Instead, the program enabled him to join a boarding school, where he now dreams of pursuing a career in medicine.

The Muli Children International Education Program is more than just a scholarship—it’s a lifeline, a platform for hope, and a beacon of opportunity for Kenya’s underprivileged youth.