Newsletter Article-"The 410 Bridge Communities help One Another Amidst the Unrest in Kenya"

Our 410 Bridge communities come to the rescue by rushing to aid their fellow Kenyans affected by the recent ethnic and political unrest in Kenya.

The unfortunate situation in Kenya has contributed to many displaced families. Many of these people have fled their home communities in western Kenya to safety in three 410 Bridge Communities – Karima, Kwambekenya and Joska. Over 300 people sought refuge in Karima, 100 in Kwambekenya, and another 100 in Joska.

The communities opened their homes by providing food, shelter and clothing to those in need, but resources were limited and the three 410 Bridge communities needed more help.

At the recent Leadership Summit for 410 bridge community leaders, the topic of displaced people was discussed. The leaders in communities that were unaffected by this tragedy agreed to garner support for the communities that were. The 410 Bridge Communities all rallied together to lend a helping hand to the displaced.

The 410 Bridge agreed to match whatever support they raised and assist with logistics. It was wonderful to see how the six communities came together to support each other in this time of great need.

“We visited a home in Karima that had up 30 people living in a small home and compound,” said Kurt Kandler.

On Sunday, January 13, the community leaders announced at their church services that they were going to raise support to help the three communities affected by the displaced people, and The 410 Bridge was going to match whatever they raised.

Members from The 410 Bridge communities showed their compassion by gathering food, blankets and clothing and delivering to the displaced victims in Karima, Kwambekenya and Joska. Ngaamba raised food and supplies for Joska.

The youth started a Youth Empowerment Movement in Joska and gathered clothing for the displaced. The 410 Bridge Kenyan Staff helped the communities deliver the supplies to Karima and Kwambekenya.

To fulfill our promise, The 410 Bridge provided 30-days worth of staple food and supplies, such as rice, beans, maize meal and blankets to all the displaced people in our communities.

“It was moving to see the communities unite to help each other through this difficult situation. It was non-denominational and non-tribal effort. It was simply Kenyans helping their fellow Kenyans,” said Kurt.