Allamano School

Located on the grounds of Nazareth Hospital, the Allamano School is a Christian primary remedial school serving children of tea-pickers who live-on 500-700 shillings a month - which is equal to less than $2 a day. Since tea-picking is a relatively seasonal business, this money is not even a constant. Through the Allamano School, these children receive a valuable education, specialized attention, and additional school supplies and food to help them succeed. 

MEET GEORGE:

 Tree of Lives has been involved with the Allamano school for 16 years. George was a senior teacher when he met Jim Wood the current President of Tree of Lives. Since then, George has continued to be one of 3 teachers within the school and has also taken on many other important roles. He currently teaches Math and Science and oversees our scholar program. George is accompanied at the Allamano school by Matrine who teaches religion and social studies and Christina who teaches languages both English and Kiswahili. George is also in charge of the Scholars, which is a Tree of Lives program that allows the children of the Allamano school to continue on to higher levels of school. As of 2020, there are 80 scholars who have left the school and are now continuing their education elsewhere. George works to ensure that they have the personal items they need and that their academic performance is continuing at a high level. He works with the other teachers at the school to keep up with each child and their parents to ensure that these children are given all the tools they need to succeed. At home, George lives with his wife Lydia and their 3 children. His passion for the children and Tree of Lives is unmatched and we feel extremely lucky to have him serving in our ministry. 

Susan Lilly Scholarship Fund

The Susan Lilly Scholarship Fund was established to provide ongoing educational opportunities for children graduating from Allamano School in Kenya. The fund honors the life and legacy of Susan Lilly, who passed away in April 2019 after a courageous battle with breast cancer.

Susan had a lifelong passion for learning, service, and caring for others. To celebrate her life and continue her commitment to helping children thrive, her family requested that memorial gifts be directed to Tree of Lives in lieu of flowers. Susan's daughter, Eleanor, had previously traveled to Kenya and witnessed firsthand the transformative impact of education on the children served by Allamano School.

Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of Susan's family and friends, enough funds were raised to cover enrollment fees, uniforms, supplies, and educational expenses for an entire graduating class of Allamano School. This support enabled 14 students to continue their education at quality secondary schools beginning in January 2020. Ten students entered Class 4, while four students advanced directly into Class 5 as a result of their outstanding academic performance.

Today, the Susan Lilly Scholarship Fund continues to reflect Susan's enduring belief that education opens doors, transforms lives, and creates opportunities for future generations. Through this fund, children from families with limited financial resources are given the chance to pursue their dreams and build brighter futures through education. If you would like to give, CLICK HERE TO DONATE NOW.

1. A nutritious lunch and snacks every day for all students. For many, this is their only meal of the day.

2. All supplies needed for school, including books, backpacks, uniforms, and shoes.

3. Boxes of Love at Christmas to provide six weeks of food and household supplies to the Allamano students’ families during the holiday break.

4. Continued education in fourth grade and beyond for those who have completed the Allamano School (tuition costs + related items) to all students.