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September 2026

25th Anniversary Celebration & Annual Benefit Dinner

As we all welcome more comfortable temperatures and beautiful autumn nature colors this Fall, Harambee Centre is planning an exciting and memorable 25th Anniversary Celebration and Annual Benefit event; and you are our Guest of Honor! So, you don't want to miss this year's celebration. We want to celebrate and acknowledge your impact in our current work in USA, rural Kenya and Uganda.

We also wish to express our gratitude for all the connections through friendships, partnerships, and your amazing support throughout the 25 years. Our impact stories just get better every year. We hope that you will be present this year to witness and hear the inspirational stories of our recipients and those we partner with to serve in Kenya and Uganda. Some of your stories will be shared too. Learn more!

Register by October 5th!

Grace’s 25th Anniversary Edition of her Book

Everyone who attends the event will receive a copy of the 25th Anniversary Edition! The new edition features new stories from student benefactors and East African recipes. Learn More

African Market

Our African Market & Auctions will feature many items made by the Najijlai students whom we are empowering with vocational skill training in sewing and hairdressing, Chwele Women’s Group, and more. Stay tuned for more information on items at the market.

Vendors are Invited

We invite any vendors with African or African American products to participate in our celebration experience. Please contact Grace Kuto at mutuak12@hotmail.com 503-810-9274

Goal: $100,000

Help us meet our 2026 fundraising goal. Proceeds from the 25th Anniversary Celebration will support scholarships. Annual scholarships per student range from $500-$2000, depending on the program. Learn More about scholarships, and amounts here. All donations of any size, small to big, are greatly appreciated.

Register by October 5th!

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With Gratitude,

Grace Kuto, Co-Founder and President, and the Harambee Centre Board

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Harambee Centre is a small grass roots non-profit organization based in Portland Oregon with the mission to connect the people of the Pacific Northwest with the people and diverse cultures of Africa. Harambee (Har-ahm-bay) is our name and our mission. It is a Swahili word that means "Let's Pull Together" for the good of community. Our mission is to connect the American people with the people and diverse cultures of Africa. With your past and continued support, we are achieving giant results with our quiet but effective approach to sustainable development in rural Africa. To continue your support, please consider a tax-deductible donation.