Core Values
We intentionally seek to apply these values in all of our endeavors
Mercy: We serve Jesus by giving food, clothing, shelter and care to orphans and street children (Mathew 25:35-36)
Empowerment: Wherever possible we work with the local community to empower them to participate in the development and management of all supported projects
Vocation: We seek local and international volunteers and people who see this as an opportunity to serve Jesus. We welcome as volunteers all within the family of Christian faith.
Sound Doctrine: Our statement of faith emphasizes the traditional essentials of Christianity
Christian Growth: We encourage our volunteers to grow in their faith by serving and worshiping with believers of Kenya
Training: We seek to teach and train the community to “bake bread so that they may bake bread for the rest of their lives.”
Discipleship: Disciplining is one of our primary principle activities. In whatever service we provide, we are training others to take our place.
Financial: To be transparent in all matter associated with money providing a complete accountability for all resources received |
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About us
African Orphanage is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing Christ-centered services to HIV/AIDS orphans and poor rural communities in Kenya.
African Orphanage’s core role is to manage an orphanage that houses neediest orphans in the society, supporting their education by providing a smooth conducive environment at home and school, providing them with food, school uniforms, clothing and medical care.
Mission
African Orphanage is dedicated to providing residential Christian care to children who are orphaned, neglected, abused, underprivileged and vulnerable; while ensuring their physical, emotional, social and spiritual development is nurtured by consistent encouragement instilling within each individual a model of love, safety, purpose, productivity, service to others and trust in God. African Orphanage is committed to breaking the cycle of poverty, while meeting the emotional, medical, educational and social needs of the child.
Location
African Orphanage is situated on the valley of Ithanga Hills in the eastern province of Kenya, approximately 95 kilometers away from Nairobi city. The area is known for being very rural life, friendly people, fresh air and beautiful landscapes.
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