About Ugima Coffee, Ugima foundation

Ugima Foundation is a Kenyan Social Enterprise that exists to regenerate livelihoods and land through sustainable coffee and rural innovations aligned with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)..

Who we are

Where sustainable farming meets community empowerment

Ugima Foundation is a Kenyan social enterprise committed to regenerative coffee farming, women’s empowerment, and sustainable community development. We work hand-in-hand with smallholder farmers to promote eco-friendly, resilient agricultural practices that protect the environment and strengthen livelihoods. Through training, fair market access, and inclusive economic opportunities, we strive to uplift communities, inspire growth, and create lasting impact across Kenya’s coffee value chain.

Our Vision

To be a leading force in the regenerative coffee movement, empowering communities by transforming the coffee industry into a model of sustainability and regeneration.

Our Mission

To transform the Kenyan coffee industry by promoting regenerative practices & ethical sourcing all in alignment with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Our Story

WHY WE STARTED

Ugima Foundation was created to reimagine Kenya’s coffee sector by uplifting the communities that sustain it. We began by equipping smallholder farmers with the training, resources, and market access they needed to grow high quality, sustainable coffee.

As our work grew, so did our understanding of the challenges faced by women and youth in coffee growing regions. This inspired us to expand our mission to empowering women to lead within the value chain, and opening new career paths for young people through our barista and apprenticeship programs.

Today, our impact reaches beyond the farm. We support communities with education, healthcare, and sustainable livelihood initiatives that strengthen everyday life and build long-term resilience.

OUR COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINAILITY THROUGH REGENERATION

GUIDED BY VALUES, FOR IMPACT

We are committed to empowering coffee-growing communities through sustainable farming, fair opportunities, and programs that uplift women, youth, and local families.

Our Approach

Regenerative farming

We help farmers restore soil health, grow diverse crops, and protect their farms for the future through the use of organic farm inputs and reducing the amount of chemical that farms use. Healthier soil means stronger coffee plants and better harvests. It also means farmers earn more, communities thrive, and nature benefits too.