- 20 students awarded Senior Secondary Scholarships (2026–2028) worth KSh 50,000 each for three years.
- Total investment: KSh 3,000,000, supporting dependents of Browns Plantations Kenya employees.
- Over 606 students have benefited since 1989, with KSh 56.5 million invested to date.
- Addressing a critical need: Rising school fees threaten to lock out even bright and hardworking students.
Education is the foundation for strong families, thriving communities, and brighter futures. Through the Senior Secondary Scholarship programme, the Finlays Community Trust (FCT), with funding and technical support from Browns Plantations Kenya Limited and Finlays, has awarded scholarships to 20 deserving students for the 2026–2028 academic cycle.
Each student will receive KSh 50,000 over three years, representing a total investment of KSh 3,000,000. Beyond financial support, these scholarships provide access to opportunities that might otherwise be out of reach due to rising school fees and limited family resources.
What Makes This Scholarship Special
The Senior Secondary Scholarships are uniquely targeted at dependents of Browns Plantations Kenya employees, administered directly through Finlays Community Trust. Almost all recipients attended junior secondary schools built and managed by Browns Plantations Kenya, where the company provides infrastructure and the government supplies teachers. This collaboration highlights the shared vision of FCT, Browns Plantations Kenya, and Finlays to invest in talent nurtured from within local communities.
A Legacy of Impact
The programme has a long-standing history of transforming lives. Established in 1989 under the 8-4-4 system, it has now benefited 606 students, with KSh 56.5 million invested to date. Through these scholarships, the Trust continues to foster educational opportunities, enabling students to achieve their academic dreams and make positive contributions to their families and communities.
Commenting on the initiative, Mr. Dushanth Ratwatte, Patron of the Finlays Community Trust and CEO of Browns Plantations Kenya, said:
“Education changes families, communities, and futures. Through this scholarship, we are investing not just in individual students, but in entire communities. Opportunity starts here.”
By administering these scholarships, the Finlays Community Trust continues its mission of empowering communities through education, building a future where every child has the chance to succeed regardless of financial circumstances.
