Registered under the Archdiocese of Nairobi since 1999, St. Francis Kasarani Self-Help Group has empowered thousands of families through ethical savings, affordable credit, and collective economic growth.
Active Members
Empowering parish families as of 2024 audit
Pooled Share Capital
A community fund owned and managed entirely by members
Years of Growth
Registered under Archdiocese of Nairobi since 1999
LAGM Performance Award
Best Performing SHG among 200 peer groups
Track our continuous upward trajectory and compound strength from 2015 to 2024.
Compliance Reference: The above statistics reflect the annual reports reviewed by our internal supervisory committee and certified externally under the Archdiocese of Nairobi central trust accounts registry database.
St. Francis Kasarani Church Self-Help Group is an award-winning socio-economic self-help cooperative registered under the patronage of the Archdiocese of Nairobi. Committed to mutual economic empowerment, we run completely community-controlled mutual vaults.
"We own our actions and we thrive in a transparent environment. The Self Help Group registered agent promotion trust provides member education, secure vaults, and credit access directly inside St. Clare Parish, Kasarani."
Started by a handful of church members of St. Francis Kasarani Catholic Church desiring to break economic barriers by establishing circular community savings pools.
Our cooperative credit and savings mechanisms expanded to support general residents of Kasarani and its environs. Member education curriculums were introduced.
Shined brilliantly at the Leaders Annual General Meeting (LAGM), emerging as the Best Overall Performing Self Help Group out of 194 groups under the Nairobi Archdiocese Trustees.
"A just and preferred value-based self-help group."
Ensuring a sustainable ecosystem of empowerment where financial safety meets ethical value delivery at every level of spiritual and human dignity.
"To uplift the social and economic status of our members through savings mobilization, prudent management of resources, offering affordable credit, sound investments, relevant trainings and exceptional customer care."
Our core values guide everything we do and shape the way we serve our members.
We act honestly, ethically, and responsibly in all our dealings, building confidence and trust among members, partners, and the community.
We believe in working together, supporting one another, and combining our strengths to achieve shared goals and greater success for all members.
We uphold high standards of competence, reliability, and service excellence while remaining dedicated to meeting the needs of our members with diligence and consistency.
We embrace new ideas, technologies, and creative solutions that enhance our services, improve efficiency, and promote sustainable growth.
We value diversity, promote equal opportunities, and ensure that every member is respected, heard, and empowered to contribute.
We nurture faith-based values and personal development, encouraging members to grow spiritually while strengthening their social and economic well-being.
Bringing decades of diverse corporate, religious, and financial expertise to safeguard member assets and guide localized sustainable micro-loans.
Group Patron
Providing spiritual guidance and moral oversight to the group’s leadership. Championing the alignment of faith-based values with economic empowerment initiatives across the parish community.
Group Chairperson
Steering overall board governance, strategic direction, and stakeholder alignment. Orchestrating the coordination of committee operations to drive sustainable member impact and institutional growth.
Executive Vice Chairperson, Chairperson – CBSD Committee
Deputizing the chairperson in board leadership while chairing the Capacity Building and Sustainable Development committee. Driving member education, skills training, and transformative empowerment programs.
Executive Treasurer, Chairperson – Finance and Budget Committee
Overseeing treasury operations, financial planning, and budget discipline across the group. Chairing the Finance and Budget committee to ensure prudent resource allocation and transparent statutory reporting.
Executive Secretary, Chairperson – Risk Audit & Compliance Committee
Managing board records, regulatory filings, and stakeholder communications while chairing the Risk, Audit & Compliance committee. Ensuring operational integrity and adherence to governance frameworks.
Management Member
Contributing to board-level strategic decisions with a focus on operational excellence and member-centric program delivery. Supporting the execution of the group’s long-term development agenda.
Management Member
Participating in active risk appraisal, guarantor due diligence, and investment assessment frameworks. Supporting prudent lending decisions that protect member savings and portfolio health.
Management Member
Providing strategic input on membership growth initiatives and field operations. Championing outreach programs that strengthen the group’s community presence and service delivery.
Operations Manager
Directing day-to-day administrative operations, member service workflows, and office coordination. Ensuring seamless execution of group activities and timely member support across all channels.
Accountant
Managing daily financial records, transaction reconciliations, and statutory reporting. Ensuring accuracy in member ledger accounts and compliance with internal financial controls.
Credit Officer
Evaluating loan applications, assessing guarantor viability, and managing the credit disbursement pipeline. Ensuring responsible lending aligned with group policies and member repayment capacity.
Assistant Accountant
Supporting the accounting function through meticulous record-keeping, payment processing, and financial data management. Assisting in monthly reconciliations and audit preparations.
Customer Service
Serving as the first point of contact for member inquiries, registration support, and account guidance. Delivering courteous and efficient service to enhance the overall member experience.