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MOTHERS OF MERCY ORPHANS PROJECT
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profile · synthesized from sources

MOTHERS OF MERCY ORPHANS PROJECT operates as Mother's Mercy Home, a faith-based children's home under the Anglican Church of Kenya, founded in 2001 by the Mothers’ Union of the Diocese of Mt. Kenya South. It serves orphaned and vulnerable children, providing shelter, education, healthcare, and spiritual development. The home supports 116 children and emphasizes self-reliance through education and income-generating projects.

named programs · 3 · from sources

what they call their work

Child Sponsorship Program
Individual sponsorship initiative supporting education, nutrition, and well-being of children at the home
Mother's Mercy Home
Residential care program providing food, shelter, education, healthcare, and spiritual development for orphaned and vulnerable children aged 4–17
Self-Help Projects
Income-generating initiatives including vegetable farming, livestock keeping, water kiosk, and school bus rental that support financial sustainability and teach children entrepreneurship skills
activities · 4 groups

what they do

  • On-Site Livelihood Enterprises 2 activities
    • Community-based income generation initiatives
      Runs multiple income-generating activities including a water kiosk supplying clean drinking water to the neighborhood, and hiring out the home’s school bus to churches and others during holidays and weekends. These support operational costs and teach children livelihood and entrepreneurship skills.
    • On-site agriculture and animal husbandry for nutrition and income
      Operates on-site farming and livestock activities including vegetable production and raising rabbits, chickens, cows, and goats. These provide food for children and generate income through surplus sales in nearby towns.
  • Volunteer & Fundraising Engagement 1 activity
    • Annual fundraising events
      Holds an annual Anniversary/Fundsdrive event on the first Saturday of May to raise money for essential needs including food, school fees, staff salaries, vehicle maintenance, and security services.
  • Residential and Therapeutic Care for Vulnerable Children 1 activity
    • Residential care for orphans and vulnerable children
      Provides long-term residential care for orphans and vulnerable children, currently supporting 99 to 116 children aged 4 to 17 years. Offers food, shelter, clothing, healthcare, education, and child-friendly spaces as part of holistic care.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Education and child development programs
      Provides formal education and developmental support to children in care, with a cumulative record of educating 2,000 children since founding. Education is part of the core package of services alongside healthcare and protection.
    • Public engagement and awareness through documentation
      Documents and shares children's lives through a public gallery to raise awareness and foster community engagement with the home’s mission and activities.
relationships · 6

who they work with

  • Anglican Church Of Kenya Government — Operates under the Anglican Church of Kenya.
  • Anglican Church Of Kenya Government — The Home operates under the Anglican Church Of Kenya.
  • Mothers’ Union of the Diocese of Mt. Kenya South Funder — Founded, owned, and sponsored the Home.
  • Mothers’ Union of the Diocese of Mt. Kenya South Funder — Founded, owned, and sponsored the home.
  • Mothers’ Union of the Diocese of Mt. Kenya South Partner — Founding, owning, and sponsoring organization of Mothers’ Mercy Home
  • churches Partner — Hires out school bus to churches during school holidays and weekends.