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West Pokot County, Kenya

Empowering Communities.
Restoring Ecosystems.
Building Resilience.

GRETFUP is a youth-led, community-based organisation championing environmental conservation, climate resilience, and sustainable livelihoods across West Pokot County.

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Youth & Women Empowered
Community in West Pokot
KES 2.2M
Raised for Climate Action

Born from a shared vision among young champions

Green the Future Programme (GRETFUP) was founded by environmental champions determined to tackle the growing climate crisis in West Pokot County — where deforestation, water scarcity, and declining agricultural productivity threatened communities daily.

We work alongside youth, women, farmers, schools, and local governments to restore ecosystems and build lasting climate resilience through community-driven, technology-enabled solutions.

Sustainability

Long-term environmental, social, and economic impact

Innovation

Technology and creative approaches for climate action

Community First

Communities at the center of every intervention

Integrity

Accountability and transparency in all our work

Four pillars of climate action

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Environmental Conservation

Reforestation, biodiversity restoration, riverbank rehabilitation, and sustainable land management through community-led programs.

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Climate Resilience & Livelihoods

Climate-smart agriculture, water security, drought-resistant crops, livelihood diversification, and disaster preparedness for vulnerable communities.

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Green Technologies

SeedlingFinder platform, solar energy, improved cookstoves, GIS mapping, and youth-led green innovation hubs.

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Advocacy & Governance

Climate justice advocacy, youth leadership development, gender-responsive programming, and policy engagement.

Where we've made impact

Chepareria Ward Climate Project

12-Month Initiative · Chepareria Ward

Driving Climate Action in Chepareria Ward

A community-based climate resilience project that directly reached 965 beneficiaries — significantly exceeding the original target of 300 — through tree planting, climate-smart agriculture, and water catchment restoration.

6 community workshops, 300 participants trained
10 youth-led tree nurseries supported & operational
4,000 trees planted along Kosulol & Ririmboi streams
Chepsungwa Water Catchment Committee established
2 radio talk shows broadcast, recordings on YouTube

Supported by

Youth-Led Tree Nurseries

Tech + Reforestation · Chepareria Ward

Advancing Youth-Led Tree Nurseries & Technology for Climate Action

An initiative promoting youth-led reforestation through infrastructure upgrades and the SeedlingFinder platform — connecting nurseries to buyers and climate stakeholders while creating real livelihoods for young people.

3 nurseries upgraded with water tanks & shading materials
15,000 seedlings produced & distributed
30% increase in nursery production capacity
15 nurseries registered on SeedlingFinder app
150 active app users gained

Supported by

SeedlingFinder —
connecting nurseries
to the world

Our flagship mobile application bridges the gap between youth-run tree nurseries and buyers, farmers, environmental organizations, and government stakeholders across Kenya.

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Interactive Nursery Mapping

GPS-enabled maps showing nearby nurseries and real-time seedling availability.

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Nursery Management Tools

Inventory management, buyer connections, and performance analytics for operators.

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Climate-Smart Resources

Educational materials, peer-to-peer forums, and climate adaptation guides.

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15+
Registered Nurseries
150+
Active Users
25%
Nurseries Connected to Buyers
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"Through the support of GRETFUP, our nursery has grown significantly and created income opportunities for our youth group while contributing to environmental restoration."
— James Kamoi, Treasurer · Rootin Tree Nursery
GRETFUP field work GRETFUP community GRETFUP tree nursery GRETFUP West Pokot

Real people. Real change.

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"We now have a vision to expand, not just for income but to support sustainable reforestation in our area. The SeedlingFinder app has enhanced our market reach and resource management."

James Kamoi
Treasurer, Rootin Tree Nursery
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The Chesoyow Women Group established a kitchen garden initiative that now generates household income while reducing reliance on charcoal — proving climate-smart livelihoods can transform families.

Chesoyow Women Group
Pserum Location, West Pokot
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Young people across West Pokot are emerging as environmental leaders through tree nursery management, climate innovation, and sustainable agriculture — inspired to see themselves as agents of change.

Youth Climate Champions
Chepareria Ward, West Pokot

Our Partners & Supporters

International Alert
Embassy of Ireland
Boldomp Solutions
Paves Towers
Paves Towers

Many ways to make a difference

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Donate

Help us scale community-led climate solutions across West Pokot and beyond.

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Partner With Us

Collaborate on climate resilience, green innovation, and environmental sustainability.

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Volunteer

Support tree planting campaigns, community awareness programs, and youth mentorship.

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Climate Ambassador

Join our network of environmental champions and spread the message of resilience.

Together We Can Build
a Greener Future

Support community-led climate action and ecosystem restoration in Kenya.

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Get in Touch

We'd love to hear from you — whether you want to donate, partner, volunteer, or simply learn more about our work.

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2nd Floor, Paves Towers, Kapenguria
West Pokot County, Kenya