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🌍 Western Kenya · 501(c)(3) Nonprofit

Every child deserves
a chance to shine

We remove barriers to school attendance for children in remote Kenya — providing flip flops, shoes, backpacks, and scholarships so every child can learn and thrive.

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1,200+
Students Served
3
Partner Schools
100%
Goes to Kids
8
Years of Impact
School assembly Kenya
Girls with supplies
🇰🇪 Making a Difference
Who We Are

Rooted in Kenya,
Driven by Love

Flip Flop Friends is a dedicated 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to enhancing educational opportunities for children in remote western Kenya — the ancestral home of our founder Amy's family.

"Education shouldn't be a luxury. Together, we create opportunities, one child at a time."

We provide flip flops, shoes, book bags, and feminine hygiene products so every child can attend and stay in school. We also fund high school scholarships. 100% of donations go directly to the children.

Make a Difference
Students smiling Classroom flip flops Girls playing Team with students Distribution day
Our Impact

What your donation
makes possible

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Footwear & Supplies

Many children walk miles to school barefoot. Flip flops and shoes protect their feet and keep them coming back. We also supply backpacks and essential school materials.

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High School Scholarships

Secondary school in Kenya isn't free. Our scholarships cover tuition for top students, opening doors to futures that would otherwise remain out of reach.

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Feminine Hygiene Products

Without pads, many girls miss up to a week of school each month. We ensure girls can attend every day, all year long.

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Community Projects

Beyond supplies, we build lasting infrastructure — constructing latrines and fire pits, painting classrooms, digging wells, and supporting agriculture and tree planting so communities can flourish for generations.

Get Involved

Many ways to help

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Be a Partner

Volunteer your time or skills. Become an advocate or coordinator and help us reach more children across Kenya.

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Run a Campaign

Rally your family, workplace, church, or school to raise funds. Every dollar goes directly to students in Kenya.

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Spread the Word

Follow us on social media and share our mission. Awareness is powerful — your network could change lives.

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Travel with Us to Kenya

Join our annual trip to personally distribute supplies and witness the smiles your generosity creates.

The Schools We Serve

Three schools,
1,200 students

Our work centers on three primary schools in western Kenya, serving children ages 3–15. One child at a time, we are proving that success is possible.

Magunga Primary School
Magunga Primary School

Built on land donated by our CEO Amy's paternal grandfather. Amy's father attended this very school before becoming a highly successful professor — proof that with opportunity, anything is possible.

700+ students
Ochwado Primary School
Ochwado Primary School

Serving children ages 3–15 in the heart of western Kenya. Flip Flop Friends provides essential supplies and hygiene products that keep students attending class every single day.

250+ students
Wenwa Primary School
Wenwa Primary School

One of three partner schools in our network. Through scholarships and supplies, FFF ensures the brightest students at Wenwa have a clear path from primary school to secondary education.

250+ students
Our People

The team behind
the mission

Dedicated volunteers, advisors, and leaders united by one belief: every child deserves the chance to learn. Click any card to learn more.

Amy Mazzan
Amy Mazzan
CEO & Founder
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CEO & Founder
Amy Mazzan

Amy is the CEO and Founder of Flip Flop Friends. Born with deep roots in western Kenya, Amy's family heritage is the heartbeat of this mission. Her father attended Magunga School — the very school FFF now serves — and went on to become a successful professor. Amy founded FFF to ensure every child in her ancestral home has the same opportunity to succeed.

Carl Mazzan
Carl Mazzan
CFO
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CFO
Carl Mazzan

Carl serves as Chief Financial Officer for Flip Flop Friends. He oversees all financial operations, ensuring that 100% of donations reach the children who need them most. Carl's commitment to transparency and fiscal responsibility gives donors confidence their contributions are making a real difference.

David Mucciaro
David Mucciaro
Board Member
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Board Member
David Mucciaro

David brings extensive experience in nonprofit governance and community leadership to the FFF board. His strategic vision and dedication to educational equity help guide the organization's long-term growth and impact across Kenya.

Philip Howard
Philip Howard
Board Member
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Board Member
Philip Howard

Philip serves on the FFF board, contributing his expertise in operations and partnerships. He is deeply committed to removing barriers to education and plays a key role in building relationships with sponsors and community stakeholders.

Carol Jackson
Carol Jackson
Board Member
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Board Member
Carol Jackson

Carol brings a wealth of community engagement and fundraising experience to the board. Her passion for children's education and her network of advocates have helped Flip Flop Friends expand its reach and deepen its impact year after year.

Kerri Schram
Kerri Schram
Special Advisor
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Special Advisor
Kerri Schram

Kerri serves as Special Advisor, lending her expertise in communications and outreach. She helps shape the organization's voice and ensures the story of every child reached by FFF is told with care and authenticity.

Dominic Muasya
Dominic Muasya
Advisory
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Advisory
Dominic Muasya

Dominic provides invaluable on-the-ground advisory support in Kenya. His knowledge of local communities, schools, and culture helps FFF operate effectively and respectfully, ensuring supplies and resources reach where they are needed most.

Jeremy Harridath
Jeremy Harridath
Advisory
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Advisory
Jeremy Harridath

Jeremy brings strategic advisory expertise to FFF, helping the organization scale its programs and build sustainable partnerships. His background in international development strengthens FFF's approach to long-term community impact.

Humphrey Otieno
Humphrey Otieno
Advisory
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Advisory
Humphrey Otieno

Humphrey is a trusted advisor based in Kenya who supports program coordination and community relations. His deep ties to the schools and families served by FFF make him an essential bridge between the organization and the communities it serves.

Jona Okoth
Jona Okoth
Advisory
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Advisory
Jona Okoth

Jona serves as an advisor with a focus on educational programs and student welfare. His insight into the Kenyan school system helps ensure FFF's resources are targeted effectively and that scholarships go to students who will benefit most.

Aimee Benedict
Aimee Benedict
Advisory
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Advisory
Aimee Benedict

Aimee contributes expertise in volunteer coordination and community outreach. She is passionate about grassroots impact and helps connect donors and volunteers with meaningful ways to support the mission.

Oslo
Oslo
Graphic Designer
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Graphic Designer
Oslo

Oslo is the creative force behind the Flip Flop Friends visual identity. As the organization's graphic designer, Oslo ensures every piece of communication reflects the warmth, joy, and purpose of the FFF mission.

Richard Makau
Richard Makau
Country Guide
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Country Guide
Richard Makau

Richard is the FFF Country Guide in Kenya, coordinating logistics and on-the-ground operations during annual trips. His local expertise and relationships with school administrators make every distribution day run smoothly and joyfully.

Annual Campaigns

Our journey,
year by year

Each year we travel to Kenya and document the impact your generosity creates.

2024

Empowering 1,200 Students

Our most impactful trip yet — distributing flip flops, backpacks, and feminine hygiene products across three schools in western Kenya, plus awarding high school scholarships to our top students.

1,200+Students Reached
3Schools Served
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