Our History
In 2018, the Greenpark launched Kaptagat Forest Half Marathon to create awareness of the necessity for rehabilitating the Kaptagat ecosystem and Elgeyo Escarpment watershed and (2) to raise funds for establishing conservation-based enterprises at the household label.
In 2019, the Greenpark established Ellegirini Sports Academy for the empowerment of young women athletes. Besides nurturing athletics talent, the provided education and training on Kaptagat Forest ecosystems’ importance to the athlete. The covid-19 spike in 2020 led to a temporary closure of the Academy.
In 2019, the Greenpark initiated Kaptagat Forest Marathon Foundation registration, with the Greenpark Director as the administrator during its formative stage. The KF Foundation provides a base for sustainable Kaptagat forest ecosystem restoration and the creation of nature sanctuaries through community participation, sports and advocacy.