Margaret came through surgery well and is now in recovery. We are deeply grateful for the many prayers offered on her behalf over the past several days. The outpouring of love was truly overwhelming in the best way. For those who did not see our recent Facebook post, Margaret is very special to our ministry. […]
Today, we would like to introduce you to Karen. An orphan, Karen and her sister Joy are student leaders at WADADA. We are thrilled to celebrate Karen as she graduates with top marks from Form Four—the final year of secondary school in Kenya, equivalent to a U.S. high school senior year. Karen’s journey is a […]
As we shared earlier this month, we are celebrating our incredible students' graduation! One way we are doing this is by sharing personal testimonies — videos that offer a firsthand glimpse into the journeys our students have walked and their hopes for the future. Regan is a graduate of WADADA Children’s House. In this video, […]
This year, we are celebrating a significant milestone: 15 of our students have graduated, earning some of the highest scores WADADA students have ever achieved. For these young people, this moment represents years of perseverance, growth, and determination: a journey that has not always been easy. All of these graduates faced serious challenges early in […]
Today, we thank God for a milestone that fills our hearts with joy. Grace, the very first girl Rev. Nelly rescued in 2009, has graduated with a diploma in hospitality management. Grace’s journey has never been easy. At just nine years old, she had been given away twice for child marriage. Over the years, we […]
In the U.S., “Back to School” season is a time of excitement. Families are busy buying new shoes, backpacks, and supplies. But for the children we serve in Kenya, “Back to School” looks very different. Rising school fees are making it harder than ever for vulnerable children to receive an education. Without help, many at-risk […]
At WADADA Children’s House, every story is one of resilience, hope and transformation. While each child we welcome carries the weight of past trauma, each also carries the potential for healing and a new beginning. Recently, Reverend Nelly and WADADA Student Leader Hannah—took a significant step forward in this mission by completing an Advanced Trauma […]
We are filled with gratitude for all that was accomplished through Hope for the Hopeless and the WADADA Children’s House during 2024. It was a year of growth, transformation, and God’s unwavering faithfulness. Firstly, we want to take a moment to thank every one of our donors and supporters. Whether you were able to contribute […]
With back-to-school happening around the United States, we're taking a look at Kenya's new CBC Education Model. Since 1985, all students in Kenya have had to take a life-changing exam at the end of the 8th grade. This exam is an incredibly stressful event for girls and boys. If your marks aren’t high enough to […]
It’s almost Christmas time, and our students are reunited at the WADADA Children’s House. Although it’s a school break, learning and improvement doesn’t stop. Each year during their winter break, Reverend Nelly brings in tutors to introduce the students to new skills. This year, the children were able to participate in three incredible options: baking, […]
