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Kick-Start-Kenya-Football: Empowering Youth, Building Kenya’s Football Future

The Kick-Start-Kenya-Football journey is all about empowering Kenya’s youth and elevating the nation’s football scene. With the strength of the Kenyan diaspora, contributing $4.5 billion annually, we have a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference. Now, we’re calling on you to be part of an even greater impact.

Join us in creating a vibrant football culture and providing young talent with the tools and support to succeed. Together, we can take Kenyan football to new heights.

- Taiwo Leo Atieno, former Harambee stars striker

Journey

Milestone 1

We need 4,160 Davids from the Kenya diaspora to donate $200.00 USD = $832,000 USD

Support the Documentary

The Goliath: Planning, Rebranding, Setup – $832,000

Tournament and Documentary Production: Like David standing before Goliath, the KickStartKenyaFootball annual tournament and documentary will serve as our rallying cry—showing the current state of Kenyan football, highlighting the urgency for change, and capturing personal stories from communities that have been touched by football. The tournament and documentary is critical for inspiring the Kenyan diaspora and global stakeholders to rally behind this cause, demonstrating that football can empower an entire nation.

Rebranding: A refreshed identity will align Kenyan football with the global community, attracting sponsors and investment.

Setup and Governance: Establishing governance frameworks ensures transparency, builds the core team, and launches marketing efforts.

Stakeholder and Media Engagement: Engaging stakeholders, especially the Kenyan diaspora, will build momentum and lay the foundation for long-term partnerships.

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The Goliath: National Headquarters - $2 Million

National Grassroots Football Headquarters in Nairobi and two sub branches Kisumu and Mombassa: Establishing a centralized hub or several regional hubs for grassroots football operations is essential to developing grassroots football. The new headquarters will symbolize our commitment to international standards, collaboration with key stakeholders and serve as the heart of grassroots football development in Kenya.

Milestone 2

We need 5,715 Davids from the Kenya diaspora to donate $350.00 USD = $2.0m USD

Support the Headquarters
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Milestone 3

We need 6,400 Davids from the Kenya diaspora to donate $1000.00 USD = $6.4m USD

Support the Training Facility

The Goliath: National Training Facility - $6.4 Million

World-Class National and Regional Training Facilities in Nairobi and two sub branches Kisumu and Mombassa: David didn’t face Goliath unprepared, and neither will we. This milestone will fund the construction of a world-class national or regional training facilities for youth players and teams. In partnership with professional and amateur clubs the facilities will include training pitches, gymnasiums, medical centres, and accommodations for athletes, ensuring Kenya’s future football stars have access to top-tier resources.

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The Goliath: Stackable 5-a-side Football Pitches - $950,000

Kenya deserves more pitches so more people can play and enjoy the beautiful game. reflects our ambition to compete on the world stage. This milestone will fund the planning and initial development of such a stadium, allowing us to host international matches and showcase our talent.

Milestone 4

We need 3,800 Davids from the Kenya diaspora to donate $250.00 USD = $950,000 USD

Support the National Stadium
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Milestone 5

We need 3,800 Davids from the Kenya diaspora to donate $250.00 USD = $950,000 USD

Support the Talent Development

The Goliath: Talent Development – $950,000

Harambee Stars Youth Football Academy: Investing in our youth is critical. By developing youth academies and grassroots programs, we ensure that Kenya’s future football stars are nurtured and empowered. This is where the giants of tomorrow will be born.

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The Goliath: Women’s Football – $950,000

Women’s Starlets Football Academy: Empowering Kenyan women to compete at the highest levels is a priority. This milestone will focus on building a dedicated football academy for women, ensuring female players receive the same opportunities as their male counterparts.

Milestone 6

We need 3,800 Davids from the Kenya diaspora to donate $250.00 USD = $950,000 USD

Support the Women's Football
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Milestone 7

We need 3,800 Davids from the Kenya diaspora to donate $250.00 USD = $950,000 USD

Support the Community Stadiums

The Goliath: Modular Stadium Feasibility – $950,000

Football in Kenya has been heavily concentrated in Nairobi, but the future of the game lies in spreading it across more counties. This milestone will provide funding for the rebranding and restructuring of clubs, including building modular stadiums across the country, allowing football to thrive in grassroots communities.

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Ready to support the journey?

Your contribution to the Kick Start Kenya Football campaign is a powerful investment in Kenya’s football future. By supporting KickStartKenyaFootball's vision, you help build a legacy of excellence, opportunity, and unity for generations.

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