MustardSeed – "How to get a job. And how to keep it"

Here at MustardSeed, we understand the pain of joblessness, spiraling debts, rent arrears, skipping meals, and the emotional strain that an empty wallet begets. So we’re here to help you get a job and keep a job.

Here’s how we do it

We equip you with skills that will make your job quest successful. We help you develop robust CVs and Cover letters, find internships, and develop a positive attitude for the job setting. We call this THE HABIT OF WORK.
Through our mentorship program, we delve deeply into workplace ethics and personal development as essentials for growth at work.
And once a month, we meet to share our successes and challenges as a family.

Who we are and Where it all began

The MustardSeed Programme is designed to equip high school graduates, college and university graduates, and young people aspiring to venture into business with the essential skills, knowledge, and mindset needed to succeed in their professional and entrepreneurial journeys.
The programme focuses on developing the core competencies required to thrive in today’s dynamic world of work and business. Participants build strong communication and interpersonal skills, develop a compelling personal brand, and enhance their critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving, and innovation capabilities. Whether pursuing employment or launching a business, learners gain practical skills that prepare them for long-term success.

In addition, the programme emphasizes leadership, ethical conduct, sound decision-making, resilience, and adaptability—qualities that enable participants to navigate workplace challenges, entrepreneurial risks, and life’s uncertainties with confidence and integrity. Recognizing that success extends beyond technical knowledge, the programme also provides practical financial management skills, promotes a healthy balance between personal and professional life, and instills the value of giving back to society through community service and mentorship.

Through interactive learning, mentorship, and real-world experiences, the MustardSeed Programme empowers participants to discover their potential, pursue meaningful careers, build successful businesses, and become responsible leaders who positively impact their communities and the world around them.
We work on a needs basis — with people with ambitions, clear goals, but with genuine obstacles to secure employment.

Though MustardSeed began for graduates of St Aloysius Gonzaga High School in Nairobi, Kenya, MustardSeed is open to any individual of any colour, sex, race, and religion.

MustardSeed was founded by Chris O’Hare in June 2014, after a trip to Kenya where he met with several St. AL’s graduates who were struggling to get jobs despite their good education and positive attitude.
Since then the program has grown exponentially helping hundreds of youths take charge of their lives.
We are also working with St. Aloysius students who are yet to graduate. Training them to shape their CVs so that when they step out of school they have a clear path to tread.

Support the Program

We are where we are today because of the sacrifices of our esteemed benefactors. Whatever you contribute goes a long way in sustaining the program.
With a donation of $10 a month, you can pay for a MustardSeed intern bus fare and lunch. For a $100 a month, you sponsor a student for a whole year. All of us work unpaid, so your donation makes the most impact in the lives of the youth we serve.

Our Impact to Society

Career Readiness and Employability

The MustardSeed Programme prepares high school graduates, college and university graduates with the practical skills employers seek. Through training in communication, personal branding, professionalism, critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving, participants become confident, job-ready professionals who can successfully transition from education into meaningful employment.

Entrepreneurship and Economic Empowerment

The programme empowers young people who aspire to start and grow their own businesses. Participants gain entrepreneurial thinking, creativity, innovation, financial management, business planning, and decision-making skills that enable them to create sustainable enterprises, generate employment opportunities, and contribute to economic growth within their communities.

Leadership, Character and Personal Development

Beyond technical skills, the programme nurtures ethical leaders with integrity, resilience, adaptability, and emotional intelligence. Participants develop confidence, self-awareness, responsible decision-making, and the ability to lead with purpose, enabling them to make positive contributions in their workplaces, businesses, and communities.

Community Impact and Social Responsibility

The MustardSeed Programme inspires participants to become agents of positive change by embracing the values of service, mentorship, and giving back. Graduates are encouraged to support others, promote responsible citizenship, and actively participate in initiatives that strengthen families, uplift communities, and create lasting social impact for future generations.

We Dedicate Our Time To Deliver Great Results

The MustardSeed Programme continues to transform the lives of young people by equipping them with the skills, confidence, and opportunities needed to excel in employment, entrepreneurship, and leadership. Every year, the programme brings together ambitious young people who are eager to learn, grow, and make a positive impact in society. These milestones aren’t just metrics—they’re proof of the trust our clients.

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Youths Trained Every Year

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Training Sessions Every Year