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EMERGENCY ALERT

Maasai Childrens Are Facing Starvation

A Crisis Unfolding in Silence

While the world’s attention is drawn elsewhere, an unprecedented humanitarian disaster is devastating the Maasai people of Kenya and Tanzania. Over the past 4.5 years, local clan elders estimate that

more than 100,000 Maasai lives have been lost—a staggering toll from what is now considered the worst drought in a century—a catastrophe known as “the drought of the burning sun.”

Entire communities are being ravaged, and children are among the hardest hit, trapped in the relentless grip of famine.

Nasinka, an 18-year-old mother, knows this pain all too well. Struggling to nourish her four-month-old twin daughters, Kesi and Lulu, she was forced to endure the unthinkable—their tragic loss to starvation. Her story is not unique; it reflects the suffering of thousands of Maasai families left to battle this crisis alone.

But you can make a difference.
With just $25, you can provide a child with a month’s worth of life-saving food. Your generosity can offer hope, restore dignity, and save lives.

Click “Donate Now” to bring urgent relief to the Maasai children. Your support is their lifeline.

The Most Devastating Drought in a Century !

A Crisis Unfolding: The Maasai and Samburu in Peril

The Maasai and Samburu communities are facing an unprecedented humanitarian crisis due to the “Drought of the Burning Sun”—the most severe drought in a century. Since 2018, they have suffered the devastating loss of over 3 million livestock, a critical source of livelihood and sustenance.

Despite a global aid response exceeding $8 billion for the Horn of Africa, the majority of assistance has been directed towards Somalia and Ethiopia. Meanwhile, the Maasai, living over 1,000 kilometers to the south, have received little to no aid.

A moment of hope emerged on February 26, 2023, when Dr. Jill Biden, First Lady of the United States, visited Maasai Land and pledged $127 million in humanitarian aid. However, more than a year later, no assistance has been delivered.

In the face of this dire situation, Maasai elders, clergy, and community leaders turned to Dr. Ron and Ronda Clark, missionaries who have dedicated the past decade to serving the Maasai people. Their call for action led to the establishment of the Maasai Trust, which was officially approved by the Ministry of Lands and certified as a nonprofit organization by the end of 2023.

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Dr Bidens Promises: Promises Made But Not Kept

On February 26, 2023, Dr. Jill Biden, First Lady of the United States, traveled to Maasai Lands to witness firsthand the devastating impact of climate change. With over 1 million people enduring severe drought and famine and more than 100,000 Maasai lives lost since 2018, the community awaited her visit with desperate hope. As she listened to the heart-wrenching stories of starvation shared by Maasai women, the gravity of the crisis was unmistakable. Yet, amid these urgent pleas for help, she also took a moment to inquire about the art of Maasai jewelry making, highlighting a stark contrast between the pressing humanitarian emergency and cultural curiosity.

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The Maasai Relief and Recovery Initiative (MRRI)

The Maasai Relief and Recovery Initiative (MRRI) is a visionary effort by The Maasai Trust to bring critical relief and sustainable recovery to the Maasai and Samburu people in Southern Kajiado, Narok, and Samburu Counties as well as North Tanzania.

Faced with unprecedented challenges due to severe droughts and resource scarcity, MRRI aims to address vital needs through community assessment, development of water infrastructure, emergency relief provision, education and and the empowerment of local communities. With a focus on immediate and long-term solutions, MRRI is a testament to our commitment to the Maasai’s well-being and resilience.

Urgent Food Relief Initiative

The Maasai Water & Well Project

Maasai Education & Literacy Initiative

Community Health Advancement Program

The White Acacia Tree and Subsistence Farm Project

In the heart of Maasai land, beneath its breathtaking landscapes, lies a daily struggle that often goes unnoticed. Maasai women and girls endure an arduous 12-kilometer journey each day in search of water, a resource essential for survival.

Amidst this challenge, Elder Nakau, a 98-year-old Maasai elder, has made a profound sacrifice—donating an acre of land surrounding the White Acacia Tree, beneath which lies a vast reservoir of fresh, clean water 280 meters below the surface.

Driven by a vision of lasting impact, Elder Nakau seeks to leave a legacy of "life-giving water" for generations to come. Imagine the transformation—a well that could change the destiny of an entire community. Together, we have the power to turn the tide of drought, saving countless Maasai lives and their precious livestock.

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The 'Mr Big' Story

Nestled in the expansive savannahs of Southern Kajiado, beneath the towering Oldonyo Orok hill, lives Mzee Ole Nakeu, fondly known as “Mr. Big.” Though not towering in height, his influence within the community is immeasurable.

At 96 years old, the passage of time has etched its story onto his once-strong frame, each wrinkle a testament to a life of resilience and hardship. Once a man of boundless energy and unwavering purpose, his confident stride has now slowed to a measured, contemplative shuffle. Yet, even in his frailty, his presence remains a pillar of wisdom and strength for those around him.