This cycle challenge is to ride from Nairobi to Kisumu (435kms) along the old colonial route across the Rift Valley to Lake Victoria. KOP has arranged this exciting fundraising event for over 50 riders with the logistical support of ‘Action Challenge’, the ride will take place between 5th - 14th November 2010.

The event has also been generously sponsored by ‘Festival Republic’ and whilst it will be physically challenging, huge fun is guaranteed. The whole purpose of this event is to raise the profile of the work being undertaken by KOP in western Kenya and therefore each participant is being asked to raise additional funds to support the ongoing KOP projects, many of which are outlined in greater detail on this website.

Thousands of orphans and vulnerable children - in an area that suffers significant deprivation, poverty and disease - have been given improved health, a chance at better education and an opportunity to develop and succeed as a result of the efforts of KOP, the massive support of KOP students and the many very generous individuals who have donated to our charity. But our work goes on developing sustainable programmes that allow the communities to better understand and benefit from long term processes that will ensure future generations are able to prevent or are better equipped to deal with the many huge pressures that impact on young children in Kenya.

Health, nutrition and education are inextricably linked – KOP is developing programmes that aim to improve the physical condition and cognitive ability of children who may otherwise have little or no chance in life. KOP is asking each participant to fundraise £1200 (in addition to the event fee) towards KOP projects. For more information on this event contact Ted Allen.