Thirteen years ago, Katja Starkey visited Sierra Leone. During her visit there, she had a meaningful conversation with an amputee. Pointing to the stump of his arm near his shoulder, he said, “This is not our greatest pain. Our greatest pain is in our hearts. We feel forgotten by the world. By coming, you help […]
A Door to a Better Way
We are excited to report that the doors for the Better Way Orphanage in Newtown, Sierra Leone have been purchased and installed. We are one step closer to moving 30+ children off the streets and into the orphanage. Of the 34 children who will live at the orphanage, 13 orphans have sponsors while 21 […]
Change a Life for $35 a Month UPDATE
Please consider changing a life by sponsoring a child! Orphans in Sierra Leone will move into ‘The Better Way Orphanage’ in the near future. Thanks to generous donations, construction for the building is fully funded and the inside of the building is nearing completion. Of the 34 children who will live at the orphanage, 13 […]
Newton Orphanage Update
Thanks to some very generous January donations, the work on the Newton Orphanage is progressing quickly, and we expect to finish construction and move the children, Matron, and two helpers into the orphanage very soon. We have secured funding for the Matron and the two helpers, but are still looking for sponsors for several of […]
Latest Developments at Kondie Farm School
Work at the Kondie Farm School is progressing well. Here are some recent pictures:
Lunsar School Update
The Lunsar School has been blessed with new benches and desks, and 2 students have received scholarships. Thanks to our supporters and please contact us if you would like to help!
Construction Resumes at Kondie Farm School With End-of-Year Donations
Thank you to all who donated! Your end-of-year donations have allowed for the continuation of construction at Kondie Farm School
Construction Update: Newton Orphanage
Construction is nearly complete on the Newton Orphanage in the Amputee Camp. Here are some recent pictures of finishing construction, including final plastering, along with a view of the supply room and pictures of two of the students who will be living at the Orphanage.
Well Almost Complete
This well project in Makeni had stalled over a property dispute. We recently received word the dispute has been settled and the well is almost complete. Thanks to everyone for supporting.
Newton Orphanage Closer to Completion
The plastering at the Newton Orphanage is continuing – each day brings us closer to completion!