Our Background
The orphan care ministry emerged as a natural extension of our mission shortly after the founding of Fountain of Life Deliverance Ministries in the Pumwani area of Nairobi. Driven by a deep compassion for the vulnerable, we expanded our outreach in 2000 by launching a dedicated feeding programme. This initiative specifically targeted street boys from Eastleigh’s Jam Street, offering them a consistent source of nutrition and hope. At that time, we provided them with one meal per day, serving as a vital lifeline before they returned to the streets, and laying the groundwork for the comprehensive care ministry we lead today.
One evening, a shop located near where the boys usually slept was broken into. By the time security officials arrived, the thieves were long gone; however, out of misplaced suspicion, the officials began to beat the innocent children who were sleeping on the nearby pavements. Desperate for protection and seeking refuge from the violence, the children thought of a safe place they could run to and came to the church for sanctuary. That pivotal moment of seeking help transformed our mission, and many years down the line, we have been blessed to grow into a large, loving family of children.
In 2005, as part of our ongoing efforts to support the reintegration and rehabilitation of former street children with their families, the church entered the Dandora slums in a dedicated bid to trace their relatives. The harsh realities that confronted our ministry during this journey were incredibly telling and deeply moving. We traced several terminally ill parents who were in the final stages of HIV/AIDS, struggling in dire conditions. It was through these encounters that we realized there were many more children who would soon find themselves abandoned on the streets if we did not extend our ministry to support these vulnerable families directly.
This discovery shifted our focus toward a more holistic approach to family preservation and community care as the church began a Community-Based Care (CBC) outreach. This initiative was designed to minister to the spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical needs of these families, ensuring they felt supported in every aspect of their lives. Through this dedicated mission between 2005 and 2013, we were honored to come alongside 60 HIV/AIDS clients, providing them with essential care and dignity. As a result of these efforts, we have successfully impacted the lives of over 200 children, creating a ripple effect of hope and stability that continues to strengthen our community today.
Today, Fountain of Life is a charitable children's home currently situated at Komarock Road, off Kangundo Road, along Mysa Green Road. This location serves as the heart of our operations and a permanent sanctuary for those we serve. Having grown from our humble beginnings in Pumwani and the streets of Eastleigh, this home represents our long-term commitment to providing a stable, loving environment.
