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Start a Christmas Tradition

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In my childhood memories, Christmas time brought strong anticipation of gifts on Christmas morning. There would be family gatherings, family games, toys, and the southern-prepared tasty delights were glorious. I remember Mom reminding me of children who had little; donations were collected to provide for them. However, lack seemed so far away. At…

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Empower Sustainable Cooking & Change Lives at Matonyok Children’s Home

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One of the current issues the children and staff at Matonyok Children’s Home are facing is the high cost of cooking fuel, limited cooking surfaces, and a smoke-filled kitchen. The home relies on firewood and charcoal for cooking, which is expensive, and the air pollution is harmful to the staff and children. Additionally, the…

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Building Hope: Update on the Peru Hope Center and How You Can Make a Difference

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Excitement is in the air! The Hope Center in Peru is progressing steadily, with a significant milestone achieved—the roof is up! Each step taken brings us closer to creating a space where lives can be transformed, futures can be redefined, and destinies can be fulfilled. But the journey isn’t over yet; the next…

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BUYATREE & Illuminate the Holidays: Join Our Christmas Initiative to Support Local and Global Children

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Haven of Hope International would like to unveil our exciting new campaign to bring Christmas cheer to vulnerable children. We wish for every child to have the experience of opening presents, decorating, singing holiday songs, enjoying a plentiful feast, and remembering Jesus is the reason for the season. Our Christmas initiative, in collaboration…

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Directors of Watu Wa Maana Arrive in USA for TBRI Training

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Last year, John and Wanjiru Kanyoni, directors of Watu Wa Maana in Ruirui, Kenya, were selected as the recipients of a scholarship from TCU’s Trust Based Relationship Intervention (TBRI) training for trainer’s certification. Out of 250 applicants, John and Wanjiru stood out for their commitment to serving street children through their home, Watu…

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Transforming Lives Beyond the Orphanage—The Age Out Challenge

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In a world that is home to 153 million orphans, it’s vital to recognize that for 99% of them, their orphanage becomes their lifelong sanctuary. The enormity of this number is staggering, but the true crisis lies not in the sheer quantity of orphans, but rather in what happens to them when they…

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Junior’s Inspiring Journey: Matonyok Children’s Home’s Compassion in Action

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Junior’s life, once marked by tragedy, took a positive turn thanks to the compassionate intervention of Mary and the support of Matonyok Home for Children. Facing isolation after his father’s tragic accident, Junior’s health deteriorated, and his mother struggled to care for him. Mary, a kind Samaritan and single parent, discovered Junior abandoned…

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As Orphan Sunday approaches on November 12, 2023, let’s come together, take a knee for hope, and then stand up for 153 million children who need our support.

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To “Take a Knee” has taken on many different meanings throughout history. However, one of the oldest meanings is to kneel in prayer—humbling yourself before God. This is how we, at Haven of Hope International, invite supporters of the 153 million orphans worldwide to “Take a Knee for Hope” this Orphan Sunday. Take…

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Need Met! — JEHO Balcony Repairs to Keep Children Safe

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In the heart of the bustling inner city, where the rhythm of life is both vibrant and challenging, one home stands out as a beacon of safety and security for abused, abandoned, and orphaned children. The John E. Halgrim Orphanage (JEHO) in Nairobi, Kenya recently took a bold step to enhance the safety…

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Food Sustainability at Mantonyok—Engaging in Agricultural Practices

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Matonyok Children’s Home is making a profound impact in the lives of orphaned children. The home offers them not only a place to call home but also access to education and holistic development. Recently they utilized 2 hectares of land in the immediate vicinity of the home for maize and beans cultivation. The…

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