My personality or demeanor is: active, adventurous, ambitious, approachable, articulate
My favorite toy: ball, balloons, baseball
My favorite activity: jackstones, jump rope or skipping rope, jumping
Chores I do around the house: assisting my parent(s) with their work, cleaning/picking up around the house, washing dishes
The most important person(s) in my life is: my aunt, my father, my mother
I am thankful for: God, my family, my mom
When I am grown, I want to be: Education, Teacher
Being part of the Hope Center has changed my life by: broadening my thoughts, expanding my knowledge, making me a new person
The Child Champions at the center are meaningful to me because: they are always happy to see me, they are invested in my success, they are my second family
Favorite activity at the Hope Center: Awana games, acting in a play, art projects
The Lotubae Hope Center is located in an area that struggles with tuberculosis, lack of access to medical care, and alcohol abuse. Despite these challenges, area families feel blessed to have a global community of Child Champions who dedicate themselves to seeing the next generation grow and thrive. By listening to the specific needs of local children, these loving adults are equipped to provide them with individualized care, a chance to succeed, and hope for a better future.
Formerly a British colony, the East African republic of Kenya gained its independence in 1963. Kenya is bordered by Uganda, Sudan, Ethiopia, Somalia, Tanzania, and the Indian Ocean. The geography of Kenya varies from low plains and grasslands to the highlands with the Great Rift Valley. Kenya is hugely dependent on seasonal rains. Kenya is known for its variety of wildlife, especially big game animals. English and Kiswahili are the official languages, although ethnic groups usually have their own dialects. The majority of the people are Christian, with the remainder consisting of Muslim, Hindu, Sikhs or followers of traditional African religions. In recent years, the HIV/AIDS epidemic has topped the country's list of health problems.