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FAQs

For families and referrers

Who qualifies to be a beneficiary?

Gertrude’s Children’s Hospital treats young patients referred from across Kenya, not only Nairobi — usually needy and disadvantaged children from poor and underserved communities.

To refer a child, email foundation@gerties.org with the child’s social background and an initial medical report detailing the preliminary assessment. Feedback depends on the availability of funds.

General Questions

100% of your donation goes towards the fundraising project you give to.

The Foundation's administration costs are covered by the hospital, so donations go entirely to the cause they're given for.

Yes. Gertrude's Hospital Foundation is an Income Tax Exempt charity organisation, so you may seek 100% tax relief for your donation.

Have a question we haven’t answered here? Email us at foundation@gerties.org.