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DID YOU KNOW? Chaffinch is run 100% by volunteers, so more of your money is used ‘on the ground’ in Kibera!
Food, Shelter, Education.
These are three things we think no child should be without. Yet for many within the Kibera slum of Nairobi, Kenya, they are not guaranteed. Chaffinch works with Future Stars Development Centre to support some of the most vulnerable children of the slum.
“I need a sponsor”
Brighton lives with his mother and older sister in a one-room home in Kibera. Brighton’s mother is HIV+ and this causes significant difficulties for the family. Without medication, she is often too sick to work but, if she buys the medication, there is little money remaining for food.
Brighton was unable to attend school as it was impossible to afford the fees. On hearing of the family’s circumstances, Brighton was offered a place at the Future Stars school. As a result of the late start to his education, he is significantly behind other children of his age. He also struggles to concentrate on his lessons at times but is beginning to benefit from the structure of school. He is a bubbly, affectionate child who always has a smile for everyone.
Food, Shelter, Education.
These are three things we think no child should be without. Yet for many within the Kibera slum of Nairobi, Kenya, they are not guaranteed. Chaffinch works with Future Stars Development and Rescue Centre to support some of the most vulnerable children of the slum.
“I need a sponsor”
Sasha Mbone lives with her mother and sister in a small room in Kibera. In January 2019, Sasha was admitted to the playgroup at Future Stars. Sasha’s mother works hard to support the family but the money doesn’t go far.
4-year-old Sasha is in desperate need of a sponsor to ensure she can stay in education, have enough to eat, and enjoy the childhood that every child deserves.
Child Sponsorship: find out more…
Emergency Appeal: ‘hit-and-run’ update
After being hit by a car whilst walking along the road yesterday, Geoffry has spent the night in hospital. This morning, he was seen by the doctor and the dentist to formulate a treatment plan, although it wasn’t without its challenges.
Emergency Appeal: ‘hit-and-run’ hospital bills for 10-year-old Geoffry
At midday on September 14th, we received the awful news that 10-year-old Geoffry had been hit by a car. The driver didn’t stop. Prompt action was needed to access hospital care at St Mary’s Mission Hospital and we need your help to ensure Geoffry’s healthcare needs can be met.
Shop with Chaffinch to support our work
So you’ve got gifts to buy or want something special for yourself or your home. With so many places to buy online, your options can be overwhelming but how about if your purchase could change lives in Kibera as well as getting you what you want?
On September 8th 2020 Chaffinch launched a ‘NuMonday’ shop to complement our own webshop and the eBay for Charity programme, adding to the range of items you can buy to directly support our work. Find out more about what we sell and even how you can get involved.
Emergency Appeal: ‘hit-and-run’ update
After being hit by a car whilst walking along the road yesterday, Geoffry has spent the night in hospital. This morning, he was seen by the doctor and the dentist to formulate a treatment plan, although it wasn’t without its challenges.
Emergency Appeal: ‘hit-and-run’ hospital bills for 10-year-old Geoffry
At midday on September 14th, we received the awful news that 10-year-old Geoffry had been hit by a car. The driver didn’t stop. Prompt action was needed to access hospital care at St Mary’s Mission Hospital and we need your help to ensure Geoffry’s healthcare needs can be met.
