Preserving culture. Healing communities. Creating opportunities.

Our Community, Our Voice

At Kicheko Project, we amplify and celebrate community voices by creating spaces where immigrants belong, heal, and share their talents.

Kicheko Project creates spaces you don’t often find—where culture, mental health, and community come together in a real and meaningful way. Denis has built something that truly centers people and makes you feel seen, heard, and valued.

Girmay Zahilay, King County Executive

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Our purpose

Many immigrants arrive carrying rich traditions, languages, and stories—yet are rarely given space to be heard. Kicheko Project exists to hold that space.

Cultural Expression

Art, performance, and storytelling

Community Healing

Community empowerment rooted in culture

Language, identity, and shared experiences

Voice & Belonging

Our programs

Kicheko Project offers programs in the following 03 areas:

Heritage preservation

Classes and workshops in African languages, history, food, music, and storytelling—helping heritage live on across generations.

Healing centered arts & entertainment

Joyful, healing-centered gatherings like performances and comedy nights that fight isolation, celebrate identity and showcase creative voices.

Culturally responsive workshops and resources on practical issues such as mental health awareness, domestic violence, and digital literacy.

Community empowerment

Our impact

Engaging the community

Hundreds of community members engaged through cultural festivals, workshops, and creative programming.

Supporting small businesses

Dozens of artists, vendors, and small businesses supported through paid opportunities.

Community events that promote mental wellness, cultural pride, and cross-cultural understanding

Uplifting the community

Attend an event

Experience culture, laughter, and connection

Whether you’re looking for community, want to share your talent, or feel called to support this work, Kicheko Project welcomes you.

Volunteer your time or talent

Help us host programs, welcome newcomers, and build community

Donate

Your donation keeps programs accessible

Get Involved

What community members say

"Attending a Kicheko event feels like coming home. The food, the music, the storytelling—it’s all so intentional and beautifully curated. You can feel the pride, the joy, and the sense of belonging in every detail."

- Kiara Hall, Founder, Mahaba Moss

"What stands out about Kicheko is how it uplifts the next generation. Young people see themselves reflected in the work, and that kind of representation is powerful. It’s more than programming—it’s inspiration and opportunity."

- Nansare Consolata, African Print Takeover