Rare
Vrienden
Youth Empowerment
Through Cooking Programs
Our Impact In Numbers
25
Number of Girls Educated
101
Galfundi Beneficiaries
€ 12,000
Total Amount Raised in 2024
*fully funded 4-year education
*Both Male and Female
*Approx Ksh 1.7 million
About Us
"From the Netherlands to Kenya,
Rare Vrienden Organization is changing lives in Kilifi, Kenya.
Founded by Eric Smaling and Jonathan Mativo back in 2021, the relatively young yet impactful organization focuses on the development of communities through education and sustainable farming. First within a private frame, and now with your support, they give scholarships to girls and finance irrigation projects that give women the power to develop themselves. Your donation builds hope, food security and brighter futures.
Visit *us for more info and become a member today at either rarevrienden.nl or rarevrienden.org and you can start to make a real difference. Thank you all."
"This is not a matter of tens of thousands of dollars,it is less and it can be done." -Eric Smaling
Co-Founder's Interview, 2025
Be Inspired
Join Us
“You don’t have to give a lot to make a difference — just give with purpose.”
Spread across North Kilifi, Rare Vrienden works to bring hope, dignity, and opportunity to communities from every walk of life. Each point on the map marks a story—where a school was restored, poultry & coops empowered single mothers, or sustainable irrigation transformed village farms. From Jonathan’s office—our point zero—to every corner we reach, transparency and impact guide our mission. We invite you to explore, witness, and be part of the change.