Stories and News from the Field

When land was demarcated, a mother, Nayauesupat, was pushed into the forest. Her children slept beneath a fragile manyatta–a shelter of earth and grass–every storm broke through rain piercing the roof, and wild animals prowled in the dark. Every night was a prayer for survival. Then hope arrived. Through Family Partners, she received gifts that spoke into her struggle. Among them, corrugated metal sheets and a solar light became her salvation. The metal sheets silenced the ra

In the hills of Elangata Enterit in Narok, Kenya, lives a mother named Paran. Her story is a beautiful reminder that sometimes the changes that transform a family’s life begin with very simple things. For many years, life for Paran and her children was difficult. When the rains came, the roof of their home leaked, and keeping the family dry at night was not always possible. School supplies were hard to come by, and providing enough food for the family was a daily concern. Lik

Direct cash transfers are one of the most proven and effective tools for reducing poverty in low-income countries. Instead of deciding for families what they need most, Direct Give places resources directly into their hands — restoring dignity and empowering them to build a better future. For families in rural Kenya, that often means: Reliable access to food and clean water Starting or expanding small businesses Planting vegetable gardens Sending children to school The impact

When Naimodu joined the Family Partners program in 2016, she was a young single mother carrying a heavy load. Married at a very young age to an elderly man who later passed away, she found herself raising her children alone in a rural community with limited resources. Today, her story looks very different. Naimodu and her children (one was away when the photo was taken) Over the years, Naimodu’s Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) has decreased significantly. Her family has

The Mpoke family has been part of the Family Partners program since 2016, and their journey is a powerful example of how transformation can extend beyond one household and into an entire community. This Christian family of seven, led by Damaris and her husband, has seen steady improvement in their Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) over the years. Their progress includes increased years of schooling, access to electricity, and improved sanitation–marking meaningful steps to

As a little girl, Bobbi used to tell her parents that she wanted to be a missionary in Africa someday. It was a dream that seemed far away at the time, but one that never left her heart. Years ago, Bobbi’s parents, Dallas and Vicky, connected with a family in rural Kenya through Family Partners . Each month, a small amount was faithfully withdrawn from their account — a simple act of generosity that soon became part of their routine. “It was something we did because we believ

In the quiet hills of Olosirwa village, where the wind carries whispers of resilience and prayers, lives a woman whose life has taken a beautiful turn. Her name is Noorantai. Noorantai is a mother of two and a proud grandmother of eight. For years, she gave all she had — even when she had very little. Each day started under a roof that leaked when it rained, and dreams like owning goats or sending her kids to school felt just out of reach. Noorantai with Tim, the director of

When I met Nalakiti, she was doing what mothers everywhere do — fighting for her children’s future. A strong and determined single mom, she was raising three kids on her own in the Maasai community. Every day brought new challenges: finding clean water, putting food on the table, and paying school fees. One of her sons was born with a disability that made walking painful. He was often weak and sick, and no matter how hard she worked, she couldn’t give him what he needed most

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