A Success Story: Stephen’s Journey from Abandonment to Hope

Stephen is a resilient 9-year-old boy living with HIV+, whose journey from abandonment to stability is a shining example of what community support can achieve. In June 2024, Stephen was referred to us by Kikopey Police Station after being found wandering alone, rejected by his mother and family, desperate for safety. Having endured months of instability and neglect, Stephen’s situation underscored the urgent need for safe spaces and care for vulnerable children.

Despite all these challenges, with the unwavering support of our community and the dedicated team at nisria, Stephen’s life has transformed.

Today, Stephen is thriving.
He now lives with his grandmother in a stable home and he is attending school. His smile tells the story of hope rekindled and a future restored.

Stephen’s story is not just his own, it’s a celebration of community unity and the power of collective action. Because we came together, we provided him with:

A safe and loving home environment alongside his grandmother
Access to consistent medical care and HIV treatment
Enrollment in school, opening doors to education and opportunity
Emotional support and love to heal past trauma

Our Mission: Supporting 100 Abandoned Children
Stephen’s success fuels our passion. He is one of many children whose lives we are committed to changing. Through Kwetu Haven and our community based programs, we strive to support 100 abandoned children like Stephen, offering them care, shelter, education, and the promise of a better tomorrow.

We cannot do this without you.
Your support enables us to continue providing safe homes, medical care, counseling, and education for children in crisis. Together, we can break cycles of neglect and abandonment by creating communities where every child has a chance to thrive.

Fundraiser Gift Options:

$10 - Provide a child with a new toy
$15 - Provide a child with a new outfit
$50 - Sponsor a week stay at the rescue home
$100 - Cover medical checkup for one child
$250 - Sponsor school fees (1 term | 1 child)

Thank you for believing in the power of community and for standing with us on this mission to transform lives.

This is how we received Stephen in June 2024.

Stephen upon his return to Kwetu in March 2025

This is his beautiful smile after he started to feel home at nisria.

This is an artwork by Stephen where it represents our rescue home.

*Children’s faces are covered for their safety and privacy. We only share pictures of the children we serve privately to our community and through our newsletters.

Help Us Rescue 100 Abandoned Children

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Help Us Rescue 100 Abandoned Children

Crisis Care and Family Reunification for Vulnerable Children

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