“A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.” John 13:34 Whether you are in North America or Kenya, faith and spirituality bring the world and our Children of Hope family together. We are connected...
In 2003, we opened our hearts and doors in Kenya for the first time. Ever since we started our ministry, several of our children have grown up, gone through college and transitioned into independent adulthood. We are incredibly proud of every single kid that has...
The smell of coffee and a warm mug between your hands, taking the dog for a walk in the crisp morning air, rushing out the door with your hands full and the kids trailing behind you...
In Kenya, January brings the start of a new school year after a month-long summer break in December. Our kids spent Christmas welcomed into the homes of our staff and the local congregation to celebrate the holidays, and were happy to return home in time...
The Christmas season is one of the most cherished moments for us and our kids. During this time, we come together as a family, celebrate and share the love we have for each other, and strengthen our faith. For God so loved the world that he...
Part of the Children of Hope ethos is to care deeply and give back to our community in Kenya. Besides raising kids and providing them with an opportunity to thrive in both of our homes, we try to be involved and play a role in...
Did you know that the school calendar in Kenya is different than in the U.S.? Rather than starting the academic year in August as American schools do, the Kenyan school year runs from January to December. While their longest holiday break takes place between November and...
Before being blessed with their presence, every kid in the Kikuyu or Kitalale homes had a story. Regardless of how their individual tales were scripted, their paths lead them to start a new chapter with us and join our beloved family. “Faith can move mountains” Matthew...
Jacob at 8 years old with Mary, one of the older girls he is close to at the Kikuyu home Each month, we shine the light on one of the precious children in our family. This is an opportunity to share the impact that donors like...
Our homes support and embrace local Kenyan traditions, the farms on our properties provide some food for our kids and a small income for our homes. In Kenya, it’s common for people to grow their own food and most property owners do. The farms on our...