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Welcome to our Frequently Asked Questions Page

We understand that you may have questions about who we are, what we do, and how you can get involved. This page is designed to provide clear answers and help you better understand our work, impact, and how you can join us in creating lasting change. If you don’t find the answer you’re looking for, feel free to reach out — we’re always here to help.

ATO is a registered humanitarian and development Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) based in Nakuru, Kenya. We evolved from a Community-Based Organization (CBO) into a full-fledged NGO in 2023, with a mission to support vulnerable and marginalized communities through humanitarian aid, development programs, and advocacy.

Our head office is in Nakuru, but our focus extends across Kenya—especially to arid and semi-arid counties such as Mandera, Marsabit, Samburu, and Baringo. These regions face unique challenges that ATO is committed to addressing through sustainable and community-driven interventions.

Our original mandate was to provide life-saving humanitarian assistance to vulnerable communities in Northern Kenya. Since then, we have expanded to deliver programs in:
Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH)
Education
Health and Nutrition
Emergency Response
Peacebuilding & Advocacy
Livelihood Support
Environmental Conservation

Programs and Services

ATO provides emergency relief during disasters or crises (such as drought, flooding, or displacement), offering food, water, medical aid, and shelter. We also support long-term recovery through community resilience and preparedness initiatives.

Through our WASH programs, we construct and rehabilitate water sources (boreholes, wells), promote hygiene education, and support communities with sanitation facilities to reduce disease and improve quality of life.

We support access to education by providing learning materials, renovating schools, promoting girls’ education, and partnering with local authorities to increase school enrollment and retention in marginalized areas.

We conduct peacebuilding workshops, community dialogues, and advocacy campaigns to promote coexistence, conflict resolution, and human rights—especially in regions affected by inter-communal conflict or systemic marginalization.

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Community Engagement and Collaboration

ATO believes in grassroots participation. Communities are involved from the planning to the implementation stages to ensure programs are locally owned, culturally appropriate, and sustainable.

We work with a wide range of partners, including:
– Local communities and leaders
– Government ministries and county authorities
-Other NGOs and humanitarian agencies
– Donors and philanthropists
These partnerships help us deliver effective, scalable, and coordinated responses.

Volunteering and Careers

Yes! We welcome passionate individuals—both local and international—to volunteer in areas like health, education, environmental conservation, research, and administration.

Yes. ATO provides limited internship opportunities for university students and recent graduates in fields related to development, public health, humanitarian studies, and communications. Contact us for current openings.

Donations and Support

You can support us by:
– Making a one-time or recurring donation
– Becoming a corporate or institutional partner
– Fundraising for a specific project or region
– All donations go directly toward our field operations and project implementation. Visit our Donate Page for details

ATO is a registered NGO in Kenya. Depending on your country’s tax laws, donations may be tax-deductible. We advise consulting your local tax advisor for confirmation.