About Us
A Few Words
About Us
FODEP was started in the year 2011 with the aim of being a member driven organization to achieve certain objectives;
- It is an NGO registered with the relevant Kenyan Authorities and working under the guidelines of the NGOs’ board.
- FODEP is managed by a board consisting 8 members who sit regularly and conduct an annual general meeting.
- The Managing director sits in the office for strategic guidance of the organization towards meeting its Mission and Vision.
- The office has 20 Business Development Officers who micromanage chamas at the ground level
Moses Muiruri,
Director
Why Choose Us
No two days are the same here
FODEP is a non-profit, non-governmental organization committed to providing financial solutions and empowerment to individuals and communities around the world. Founded on the belief that access to financial services is a fundamental right, FODEP works to create sustainable economic opportunities for its clients, ultimately contributing to poverty alleviation and community development.
Core Values
- Integrity
- Trustworthy
- Excellence
- Transparency
Business Start-Ups
FODEP offers support and guidance for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to start their own business, providing access to resources and mentoring programs.
Education Loans
FODEP provides education loans to help individuals pursue higher education, covering tuition fees, books, and living expenses.
Emergency Loans
FODEP offers emergency loans to individuals facing unexpected financial challenges, providing quick access to funds for urgent needs.
Business Boost Loans
FODEP supports existing businesses with business boost loans, empowering entrepreneurs to expand their operations, invest in new equipment, or launch new initiatives.
Mesage from the
Director
The most important aspect of economy is the people.
Apart from producing entrepreneurs and the labour required in the factors of production, it is also people who form the market upon which makes it possible for commerce to thrive. However, in Kenya as it is in most developing nations, 90% of the population is economically marginalized, meaning that the economic activities at the base of the pyramid are low. This is where FODEP comes in. We identified the need to improve development at the bottom of the pyramid through financial inclusion. We provide a conducive environment for savings, educate on investing and lend members money for development goals. This has resulted in improving livelihoods of over 110,000 people and injecting over 1 Billion shillings to the marginalized economy. We welcome all development partners support so as to continue benefitting the people.
Joseph Kariuki
Business Development Officer
with over 6 years experience in Finance, Training, Leadership, managing micro-lending and mobilization of informal groups. A graduate and an experienced manager, he is a resource to both the organization and to the clients.
Ruth Njeri Ndungu
Business Development Officer
With over 2 years experience in procurement and supply chain management, managing micro-lending and mobilization of informal groups. A graduate of Sigalagala National Polytechnic, she is a resource to both the organization and to the clients.
Priscilla Wanjiku
Business Development Officer
With over 10 years experience in office management, Accounting, managing micro-lending and mobilization of informal groups. A Certified Public Accountant, she is a resource to both the organization and to the clients.
Mercy Odour
Business Development Officer
With over 3 years experience in Auditing, Finance, Accounting, managing micro-lending and mobilization of informal groups. A Business graduate of Chuka University, she is a resource to both the organization and to the clients.
Mercy Chelangat
Business Development Officer
With over 3 years experience in Performance management, Leadership, managing micro-lending and mobilization of informal groups. A graduate and an experienced teacher, she is a resource to both the organization and to the clients.
Dan Maureen
Business Development Officer
A Blogger with over 3 years experience in Marketing, Public Relations, managing micro-lending and mobilization of informal groups. A graduate of Chuka University, she is a resource to both the organization and to the clients.
Dorcas Njeri
Business Development Officer
With over 5 years experience in Managing cooperative societies, Leadership, Entrepreneurship training, managing micro-lending and mobilization of informal groups. A Cooperative Management graduate of Chuka University, she is a resource to both the organization and to the clients.
Cynthia Wambui
Business Development Officer
With over 3 years experience in debt collection, Finance training, managing micro-lending and mobilization of informal groups. A graduate of Mt.Kenya University, she is a resource to both the organization and to the clients.
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