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Sirkelly Foundation Global Airlift Programme

Beyond
Distinction

Opening doors to the world's finest universities. Transforming lives. Building global leaders.

World-Class Universities

Flagship International Education Initiative

Talent Is Universal.
Opportunity Isn't.

The Sirkelly Foundation Global Airlift Programme identifies, mentors, and empowers exceptionally talented, high-achieving students from humble backgrounds to access world-class higher education opportunities — and maximize their academic potential beyond national boundaries.

The programme exists to ensure that financial limitations and lack of information never stand between a deserving student and the world's leading universities. From academic mentorship and university matching to visa orientation and post-admission support, every scholar is guided end-to-end on the journey abroad.

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Leadership

Guided by Purpose

Strategic leadership and mentorship behind every scholar's journey abroad.

Sirkelly Cheruiyot

Founder & Chief Executive Officer

Founder and CEO of the Sirkelly Foundation, providing the strategic vision and leadership behind the Global Airlift Programme — ensuring deserving students never miss out on world-class opportunities for lack of resources or information.

Allan Koech

Programme President

Master's student in Artificial Intelligence at Northwestern University, USA. Allan coordinates student mentorship, international university applications, alumni engagement, and scholarship preparation for every cohort.

End-to-End Support

What the Programme Offers

Every scholar is guided through each stage of the journey abroad.

Academic Mentorship

One-on-one guidance to help scholars maximize their academic potential.

University & Scholarship Matching

Matching each scholar to institutions and funding suited to their profile and goals.

Application Strategy

Structured planning across deadlines, requirements, and target schools.

Personal Statement & Essay Review

Refining each scholar's story so it stands out to admissions committees.

Interview Preparation

Building confidence and clarity ahead of admissions and scholarship interviews.

Standardized Test Guidance

Support where applicable, tailored to each university's requirements.

Visa & Pre-Departure Orientation

Practical preparation for life and study in a new country.

Continued Mentorship

Ongoing support that continues well after admission is secured.

Alumni & Community Network

A growing community of scholars who mentor and give back to the next cohort.

What Drives Us

Our Guiding Principles

Vision

To build Africa's leading international university access programme that transforms talented students into globally competitive leaders.

Mission

To identify, mentor, and support academically gifted students from underserved backgrounds in accessing the world's finest universities through mentorship, scholarship guidance, leadership development, and global exposure.

Motto

"Beyond Distinction."

Programme Theme

Opening Doors to the World's Finest Universities. Transforming Lives. Building Global Leaders.

Track Record

Where Our Scholars Have Gone

Admissions and scholarships secured at some of the world's most prestigious institutions — among many other globally recognized universities.

Yale University

Columbia University

Northwestern University

NYU Abu Dhabi

Amherst College

Columbia College Chicago

University of Pennsylvania

MEXT Scholarship

Fully funded scholarship awarded by the Japanese Government, secured by Global Airlift beneficiaries.

Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program

A highly competitive, fully funded international scholarship secured by our scholars, among several other opportunities.

Beyond Distinction

Know a Student With
Exceptional Potential?

Talent is universal, but opportunity is not. Help us bridge that gap — nominate a student, mentor a scholar, or partner with the Global Airlift Programme to open doors to the world's finest universities.

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BeyondDistinction

Talent Is Universal.Opportunity Isn't.