We welcome both boys and girls into our home, most of them coming to us under the age of 5. We have a larger home that houses a kitchen and common gathering areas, and behind this home, we have our boys’ cottages for boys aged 10 and over, in line with Kenyan tradition. Everyone else is in the smaller, supervised family-style cottages.
Our Kikuyu home sits on 50 acres of picturesque land on the outskirts of Nairobi, Kenya’s capital city, with over three million people. The area surrounding our home has many hills and valleys and being at a higher elevation we experience cooler temperatures at night and during the winter months.
Children of Hope® contributes to the community by providing caregiver, agricultural, and livestock jobs to the people within the local community, and even have beautiful rental cottages available (for church retreats, family reunions, etc). We want to work with and be a blessing to our local community.
Birthdate: 3/31/2011
Abraham is a very independent boy. He loves playing outside and finding insects.
When I joined our family: 2011
Favorite thing to do: Singing
My cherished trait: Being precise
Special talent: Memorizing Bible verses
What do I want to be when I grow up: Pilot
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Birthdate: 9/22/2012
Agnes loves to sing and learn and she is always smiling.
When I joined our family: 2017
Favorite thing to do: Caring for the young ones
My cherished trait: Being humble
Special talent: Learning new skills
What I want to be when I grow up: Social worker
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Birthdate: 10/23/2008
Amos is very outgoing, a wonderful singer, performer and a leader among the children. He is a very good student and loves school.
When I joined our family: 2009
Favorite thing to do: Singing
My cherished trait: Being outgoing and social
Special talent: Soccer
What I want to be when I grow up: Accountant
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Birthdate: 3/31/2002
Tony works hard at school. He has a tender heart and helps care for the other children.
When I joined our family: 2004
Favorite thing to do: Helping out
My cherished trait: Being observant
Special talent: Soccer
What I want to be when I grow up: Mechanic
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Birthdate: 3/25/2007
Charles is confident, social, a good friend and a great listener. He loves to play soccer and sing.
When I joined our family: 2007
Favorite thing to do: Sing
My cherished trait: Being helpful
Special talent: Table tennis
What I want to be when I grow up: Engineer
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Birthdate: 8/10/2006
Daniel loves outdoor activities, especially soccer and volleyball. Daniel is working hard in school.
When I joined our family: 2006
Favorite activity: Playing with the young ones
Cherished trait: Humbleness
Special talent: Playing Basketball
What I want to be when I grow up: Sports Person
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Birthdate: 11/28/2012
Dennis is a happy, confident and active boy. He loves books, running and climbing.
When he joined our family: 2013
Favorite chore: Helping out with any housework
Cherished trait: Being compatible
Special talent: Singing
What I want to be when I grow up: Pilot
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Birthdate: 1/15/2001
Dennis loves playing soccer, volleyball and cars. He is also creative and enjoys painting.
When I joined our family: 2006
Favorite thing to do: Helping out and leading others
Cherished trait: Being reliable
Special talent: Playing soccer and being athletic
What I want to be when I grow up: Driver or businessmen
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Birthdate: 1/15/2002
Dennis is a confident young man. He does well in school, is in the home dancing group, and loves indoor and outdoor activities.
When I joined our family: 2004
Favorite chore: Helping out
My cherished trait: Being encouraging
Special talent: Dancing and volleyball
What I want to be when I grow up: Artist
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Birthdate: 7/24/2018
Baby Elaine loves fun, bright-colored clothes and is excelling in confidence every day. We’re sure she will make a great leader someday!
When I joined our family: 2018
Favorite thing to do: Playing with dolls
My cherished trait: Being observant
Special talent: Dancing
What I want to be when I grow up: Teacher
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Birthdate: 8/24/2006
Elijah really enjoys farming and taking care of the animals. He is always willing to help with community work and enjoys outdoor activities.
When I joined our family: 2006
Favorite thing to do: Caring for animals
My cherished trait: Being helpful
Special talent: Soccer
What I want to be when I grow up: Farmer
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Birthdate: 6/14/2010
Esther is a friendly and caring young girl. She loves to help take care of the other children and is very helpful.
When I joined our family: 2010
Favorite thing to do: Caring for our young ones
My cherished trait: Being persistent
Special talent: Acting
What I want to be when I grow up: Lawyer
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Birthdate: 7/24/2012
Fabby loves doing manual work, especially helping with the animals on our farm. He loves to build things, has a lot of energy and enjoys staying busy. He has a more quiet personality and a great smile.
When I joined our family: 2017
Favorite thing to do: Caring for the animals
My cherished trait: Inquisitive
Special talent: Athletic
What I want to be when I grow up: Pilot
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Birthdate: 11/8/2002
Frances loves playing soccer, singing and telling jokes. He enjoys community service.
When I joined our family: 2004
Favorite thing to do: Caring for animals
My cherished trait: inquisitive
Special talent: Comedy
What I want to be when I grow up: Comedian
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Birthdate: 4/13/1999
Freddy is a good dancer and enjoys music.
When I joined our family: 2005
Favorite thing to do: Leading others
My cherished trait: Being independent
Special talent: Dancing and basketball
What I want to be when I grow up: Work in media
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Birthdate: 1/16/2016
Gabriel is an adorable young boy. He loves to sing and play.
When I joined our family: 2017
Favorite thing to do: Playing with toy cars
My cherished trait: Singing
Special talent: Reading
What I want to be when I grow up: Teacher
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Birthdate: 7/13/2005
George is a great student. He is neat, organized, very active and loves playing soccer.
When I joined our family: 2005
Favorite chore: Cleaning
My cherished trait: Being optimistic and persistent
Special talent: Basketball
What I want to be when I grow up: Pilot
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Birthdate: 8/23/2005
Grace is a very good student. She has a beautiful voice and loves to sing and recite poetry. She is very helpful in taking care of the younger kids.
When I joined our family: 2006
Favorite thing to do: Care for the young ones
My cherished trait: Sociable
Special talent: Singing
What I want to be when I grow up: Nurse
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Birthdate: 6/8/2013
Grace is a sweetheart and gets along with all of the kids and Aunties in the home. Her smile is very contagious!
When I joined our family: 2017
Favorite thing to do: Caring for the young ones
My cherished trait: Kind
Special talent: Making dolls
What I want to be when I grow up: Social worker
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Birthdate: 5/1/2005
Griffin is a bright student and always ready to learn. He is helpful with chores and community service.
When I joined our family: 2005
Favorite chore: Helping out around the home
My cherished trait: Trustworthy
Special talent: Soccer
What I want to be when I grow up: Accountant
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Birthdate: 3/30/2005
Issac is one of our special needs children. He currently attends a special needs school which allows him to make great strides in both his physical and educational development. He has cerebral palsy and participates in physical therapy which we hope will help with his continued mobility.
When I joined our family: 2005
Favorite thing to do: Taking a walk
My cherished trait: Sociable and having a good memory
Special talent: Dancing
What I want to be when I grow up: Instructor
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Birthdate: 12/22/2003
Issa is a good student, fast learner, and very inquisitive. He also loves to read.
When I joined our family: 2004
Favorite chore: Helping out
My cherished trait: Being adventurous
Special talent: Playing rugby and being very athletic
What I want to be when I grow up: Air traffic controller
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Birthdate: 3/30/2005
Jacob is a responsible boy and a leader among the children. He loves to pray and lead the other children in loving God.
When I joined our family: 2005
Favorite thing to do: Caring for young ones
My cherished trait: Reliable
Special talent: Playing volleyball
What I want to be when I grow up: Businessmen
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Birthdate: 7/24/2018
Full of energy, excitement, and a competitive spirit, Jesse enjoys spending his time playing soccer and running after a basketball. We think he will be a brilliant athlete when he grows up!
When I joined our family: 2018
Favorite thing to do: Playing with animals
My cherished train: Being adventurous
Special talent: Running
What I want to be when I grow up: Athlete
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Birthdate: 7/4/2003
Baraka excels at school and is a good student. He is a reserved young man, who is full of good ideas. He plays the piano and loves soccer.
When I joined our family: 2004
Favorite thing to do: Farming
My cherished trait: Being persistent
Special talent: Playing soccer and being athletic
What I want to be when I grow up: Engineer
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Birthdate: 6/25/2018
He is fondly known as Jonah! He is a very brilliant boy whose love for cars and mechanical things is immeasurable. Jonathan is a very sensitive boy, always quiet and organized.
When I joined our family: 2018
Favorite thing to do: Playing with toy cars
My cherished trait: Fearless
Special talent: Sharp memory
What I want to be when I grow up: Teacher
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Birthdate: 3/20/2012
Josephine is joyful and active. She loves singing, socializing and running around on her new prosthetic legs.
When I joined our family: 2013
Favorite thing to do: Caring for the young ones
My cherished trait: Determined
Special talent: Singing
What I want to be when I grow up: Teacher
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Birthdate: 3/31/2019
Joshua is a huge fan of cars and heavy machines; he loves playing with toy versions! His love for play is so intense that when he wakes up, he runs straight to his toys and plays as if he had been awake all day long!
When I joined our family: 2019
Favorite thing to do: Playing with toy cars
My cherished trait: Charming
Special talent: Fast learner
What I want to be when I grow up: Lawyer
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Birthdate: 12/9/2010
Manuel is well behaved and loves to participate in activities at home and at school. He likes to play with kids his own age and to be outside.
When I joined our family: 2010
Favorite thing to do: Caring for the animals
My cherished trait: Being sociable
Special talent: Soccer
What I want to be when I grow up: Mechanic
Birthdate: 1/10/2000
Margaret is a good athlete, loves sports and plays soccer and volleyball.
When I joined our family: 2008
Favorite thing to do: Caring for the young ones
My cherished trait: Reliable
Special talent: Playing volleyball
What I want to be when I grow up: Accountant
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Birthdate: 11/8/2002
Mary is very friendly, neat, organized and inquisitive. She loves to read, sing, dance and is very helpful with chores at home.
When I joined our family: 2004
Favorite thing to do: Caring for the young ones
My cherished trait: Reliable
Special talent: Singing
What I want to be when I grow up: Leader and Businesswomen
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Birthdate: 4/7/2007
Mary is very responsible and a good friend. She is very helpful at home and is kind and caring.
When I joined our family: 2008
Favorite thing to do: Caring for the young ones
My cherished trait: Being precise
Special talent: Dancing
What I want to be when I grow up: Teacher
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Birthdate: 8/1/2000
Mercy is a confident young lady and loves to sing and perform. She is very helpful at home and especially enjoys helping in the kitchen.
When I joined our family: 2005
Favorite thing to do: Cooking
My cherished trait: Being imaginative
Special talent: Singing
What I want to be when I grow up: Chef or Caterer
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Birthdate: 7/26/2008
Michael works very hard in school. He is a quiet boy and loves outdoor activities. He is helpful with chores.
When I joined our family: 2008
Favorite thing to do: Soccer
My cherished trait: Optimistic
Special talent: Soccer
What I want to be when I grow up: Engineer
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Birthdate: 11/5/2010
Moses is a happy boy and loves to play sports and games. He is very inquisitive and loves to learn. He is caring and considerate.
When I joined our family: 2011
Favorite thing to do: Caring for the young ones
My cherished trait: Being sociable
Special talent: Singing
What I want to be when I grow up: Engineer
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Birthdate: 6/1/2018
Natasha is such a lovely girl who loves pretty dresses, shoes, bags and playing with dolls. She is great with those around her and is a natural leader.
When I joined our family: 2018
Favorite thing to do: Playing with dolls
My cherished trait: Observant
Special talent: Listening
What I want to be when I grow up: Nurse
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Birthdate: 11/14/2010
Noah is a friendly little boy. He likes to play ball and is very independent.
When he joined our family: 2010
Favorite thing to do: Caring for young ones
His cherished trait: Being impartial
Special talent: Dancing
What does he want to be when he grows up: Teacher
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Birthdate: 9/2/2005
Peter is a happy, quiet and reserved young man. He loves to play ball and is doing well in school.
When I joined our family: 2005
Favorite thing to do: Caring for young ones
My cherished trait: Being confident
Special talent: Playing soccer
What I want to be when I grow up: Doctor
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Birthdate: 3/19/2008
Rose is very creative and loves outdoor activities, especially when it comes to dealing with animals. Rose is a good friend to all the children and loves to share.
When I joined our family: 2008
Favorite thing to do: Caring for the young ones
My cherished trait: Being confident and caring
Special talent: Reading
What I want to be when I grow up: Doctor
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Birthdate: 5/18/2003
Serah loves indoor and outdoor activities like playing cards and jump roping. Serah is very helpful with house chores and taking care of the younger children.
When I joined our family: 2004
Favorite thing to do: Dancing
My cherished trait: Being helpful
Special talent: Studying
What I want to be when I grow up: Neurosurgeon
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Birthdate: 9/22/2015
Sophia is a bold and confident girl. She loves receiving lots of attention and feeling special. She enjoys school, playing restaurant/chef as well as being with her friends and her sister, Agnes.
When I joined our family: 2017
Favorite thing to do: Making dolls
My cherished trait: Being sociable
Special talent: Dancing
What I want to be when I grow up: Flight Attendant
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Birthdate: 8/29/2018
Zawadi is a lively girl who likes laughing and giggling. She is also very curious and creative during playtime. She likes playing on the swings and slides and being outdoors!
When I joined our family: 2018
Favorite thing to do: Playing with dolls
My cherished trait: Observant
Special talent: Dancing
What I want to be when I grow up: Teacher
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Birthdate: 2/6/2009
Terrance is very independent and is doing very well in school. He gets along very well with all his peers.
When I joined our family: 2009
Favorite thing to do: Playing Soccer
My cherished trait: Being very meticulous
Special talent: Reading
What I want to be when I grow up: Leader
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Birthdate: 3/31/1996
Victoria is working very hard in her college classes and hopes to be able to work in the healthcare field. She is very helpful and active in community service.
When she joined our family: 2004
Favorite thing to do: Caring for others
Her cherished trait: Being trustworthy
Special talent: Community service
What does she want to be when she grows up: Nutritionist
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Birthdate: 12/2/2010
Vivian is a great singer and dancer. Her bright smile can light up and room and you will always find her at the center of any activity happening at the home.
When I joined our family: 2013
Favorite thing to do: Playing with dolls
My cherished trait: Being adaptable and compatible in different situations
Special talent: Drawing
What I want to be when I grow up: A Caregiver
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Our home is a haven of hope, peace, and love, where children can lay their heads down in safety. Surrounded by their family of brothers and sisters, and ‘aunties’ and ‘uncles’ they can enjoy a secure, happy childhood. Our home in Kikuyu provides all the essentials for the well-being, growth, and development of our children. Our mission is to care for and nurture each child who comes to us as we would our very own. The caregivers, known as, ‘aunties’ and ‘uncles,’ and the children share meals, laughter, stories and chores, and enjoy full physical and emotional healthcare, comprehensive education, safe shelter, spiritual guidance and lots of love.
Looking for a get-away? We have beautiful guest cottages and grounds that are available for hire. This area would be a lovely setting for individual and group retreats, weddings, and for the more adventurous, camping. There is a kitchen, where we can prepare meals for you, or for your use if you would like to cook meals on your own. All proceeds from the cottages and grounds will be used to support the children in our Kikuyu home.
Kikuyu Home:
PO Box 14906-00800
Nairobi, Kenya
Office Phone: 0700-153-523
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