Her Best Foot Forward - and our signature initiative, UhuruPads - is a US 501c3 organization focused on the empowerment of girls and women. Since our 2015 founding, we have used 100% of net proceeds from Artisan product sales and charitable donations to help our Artisan team collaborate in safety and dignity and to found and operate UhuruPads, a unique, sustainable sanitary production facility and distribution program.
OUR MISSION. Engaging compassionate leaders - Artisans, Health Advocates, Educators, Volunteers - we champion innovative menstrual health solutions and knowledge with a focus on helping girls in East Africa stay in school with confidence and dignity.Our US team of volunteers works without compensation so as to allow 100% of donations - and net proceeds from the Artisan goods we sell - to support these incredible women and girls.
OUR PRODUCTS. Hand-crafted by a team of women in East Africa working in collaboration, the sale of our products ensure team members::
Your donation to and/or purchase from Her Best Foot Forward helps us to fulfill our promise to elevate women and girls right now - and for the future.
OUR MISSION. Engaging compassionate leaders - Artisans, Health Advocates, Educators, Volunteers - we champion innovative menstrual health solutions and knowledge with a focus on helping girls in East Africa stay in school with confidence and dignity.Our US team of volunteers works without compensation so as to allow 100% of donations - and net proceeds from the Artisan goods we sell - to support these incredible women and girls.
OUR PRODUCTS. Hand-crafted by a team of women in East Africa working in collaboration, the sale of our products ensure team members::
- Receive a fair wage and other support for themselves and their families
- Experience the affirmation of creative expression, which empowers them in other aspects of their lives
- Excel at an art form providing both financial stability and preserving the cultural heritage and beading traditions of the Maasai people
Your donation to and/or purchase from Her Best Foot Forward helps us to fulfill our promise to elevate women and girls right now - and for the future.
How Are Donations Used?
First and foremost, your contributions provide employment for the all-woman team operating our 100% compostable sanitary pad production facility and program - UhuruPads. Once the eco-friendly pads are produced locally, we distribute them to girls in need in local schools, along with affirming health and hygiene education, and new undergarments.
Every gift matters: as our pads cost pennies, truly every penny counts. Please note that 100% of your contribution supports the production and humanitarian distribution of UhuruPads. The Foot Forward Fund has no paid US staff and our limited administrative costs are covered via our product sales.
There are a variety of giving options available via the form below:
"One Time" Gifts. This option allows you to make a single gift (which we're confident you'll repeat in the future - once you see our impact!)
Monthly Giving. As advocates for menstrual hygiene equity for many years, it's likely no surprise that we're pretty obsessed with all things "monthly!" We've created our 5|28 Circle as a special designation we provide to donors who choose to support us monthly. Why 5/28? Glad you asked!
Honor Gifts. Your gift can be made to honor someone on a special occasion - or just because! Be sure to select this option, if of interest.
First and foremost, your contributions provide employment for the all-woman team operating our 100% compostable sanitary pad production facility and program - UhuruPads. Once the eco-friendly pads are produced locally, we distribute them to girls in need in local schools, along with affirming health and hygiene education, and new undergarments.
Every gift matters: as our pads cost pennies, truly every penny counts. Please note that 100% of your contribution supports the production and humanitarian distribution of UhuruPads. The Foot Forward Fund has no paid US staff and our limited administrative costs are covered via our product sales.
There are a variety of giving options available via the form below:
"One Time" Gifts. This option allows you to make a single gift (which we're confident you'll repeat in the future - once you see our impact!)
Monthly Giving. As advocates for menstrual hygiene equity for many years, it's likely no surprise that we're pretty obsessed with all things "monthly!" We've created our 5|28 Circle as a special designation we provide to donors who choose to support us monthly. Why 5/28? Glad you asked!
- 5 represents the typical days of the menstrual flow
- 28 represents the typical length of the cycle in total
Honor Gifts. Your gift can be made to honor someone on a special occasion - or just because! Be sure to select this option, if of interest.
W E B E L I E V E
IN PROVIDING OPPORTUNITY.
Employment with a fair wage allows women Artisans to better provide for themselves and their families. Through the creative process, Artisans experience an increase in self-esteem which bolsters their confidence and leadership in other aspects of their lives. |
IN THE POWER OF EDUCATION.
This Swahili proverb - Elimu ni mali ambayo adui hawezi kuiteka articulates what we believe - Education is a possession that no enemy can take. Helping HBFF Artisans access education and enrichment increases the likelihood that they will educate their children (and that their children will follow suit). |
IN COLLABORATION AND UNDERSTANDING.
Our designs are Tanzanian -inspired but also embody the global values and vision of those who invest in Her Best Foot Forward products. |
IN HONORING TRADITION.
The rich cultural heritage of the Maasai people - in particular the intricate and creative beading which is their hallmark - is celebrated in every Her Best Foot Forward item. |