Sponsor A Family

Simegn Andarge is a 28-year-old mother of two who lives with her husband and children. Her son, Habtamu, is 6 years old. He dreams of becoming a pilot when he grows up. The family recently welcomed a new baby, who is now 4 months old. Simegn’s husband works as a daily laborer and is the family’s primary provider, but his income is not enough to cover their growing family’s needs. The family is currently in need of a regular sponsorship and rent support to help provide consistent food, stable housing, and greater security for their children.

Partner: Korah

Hailye Tesfaye is a 13-year-old student in 7th grade who enjoys science and dreams of becoming a professional football player in the future. Hailye lives with his single mother, Mulu, and his brother, Nahom. As the sole provider for her children, Mulu works hard to care for her family and meet their daily needs, but supporting the household on her own can be challenging. The family is currently in need of a regular sponsorship to help provide greater stability and allow Hailye to continue pursuing his education and future goals.

Partner: Endihnew Hope

Hundesa Meles is a 13-year-old 5th grade student who enjoys Mathematics. Hundesa lives with his mother, Asegedech, along with his one brother and two sisters. Asegedech works hard to care for her four children and provide for their daily needs, but the family is facing financial challenges that make it difficult to consistently afford basic necessities and maintain stable housing. The family is currently in need of regular sponsorship and rent support to help provide consistent food, stable housing, and greater security for Hundesa and his siblings.

Partner: Endihnew Hope

Teka Moges is a single mother of four. She has been battling kidney disease, which greatly limits her ability to work. Despite her health challenges, Teka works tirelessly to provide for her family by cooking and selling boiled potatoes. However, after the closure of her living area, she lost her only source of income. Teka remains determined to care for her children and hopes to build a brighter future for them. The family is currently in need of a rent sponsorship to help provide stable housing during this time.

Partner: Korah

Betelehem Defaru is a 17-year-old 9th grade student who dreams of becoming an artist. She hopes to one day use her talents to inspire others and bring joy to those around her. She spent four years living at Kidane Mihret Orphanage. She has since been reunited with her mother. Although her journey has not always been easy, Betelehem remains hopeful about her future. She is currently in need of regular sponsorship support and rental assistance to help provide for her everyday needs as she continues her education and works toward her dream of becoming an artist.

Partner: Hand in Hand

Azeb has six children and works alongside her husband as a daily laborer to support their family. Two of her children, ages 21 and 17, now live independently, while her four younger children continue to live with her and attend school. Despite ongoing financial hardships, Azeb works hard to always provide care, education, and stability for her children. They are in need of a regular food package sponsorship while they continue working towards their business goals.

Partner: Korah

Tamirat Minisha is 17 and dreams of becoming a doctor. His favorite subject is Math, and he enjoys playing soccer. Tamirat has three siblings and comes from a hardworking family. His father earns a living as a weaver, while his mother works as a daily laborer. Despite their efforts, the family’s limited income makes it difficult to meet all of their household and educational needs. Regular sponsorship support would provide much-needed stability for Tamirat and his family while helping him continue his education and work toward his dream of becoming a doctor.

Partner: Endihnew Hope

Temesgen Estemech is 15 and currently in 8th grade. He dreams of becoming a professional football player. His favorite subject is Science. He lives with his mother, Mestawet, and his older sibling. Mestawet is living with HIV and works at the Coffee Board, where she earns a small salary. Despite her health challenges, she works hard to provide for her children. The family is currently in need of a rent sponsorship to help keep a stable home and allow Temesgen to remain focused on his education and future goals.

Partner: Korah

Germanesh is a hardworking mother of two who recently welcomed a baby girl. Before giving birth, Germanesh worked as a daily laborer and occasionally relied on begging near the church to help provide for her family's basic needs. Since welcoming her daughter, she has been unable to return to work. Without a consistent source of income, meeting the family's everyday needs has become difficult. Germanesh and her children are currently in need of regular sponsorship support to help provide consistent food and basic necessities during this important time as she cares for her young family.

Partner: Endihnew Hope

Tirau Abebe has shown incredible resilience through years of hardship. She is 60 and has three children plus two grandchildren. Living with leprosy, Tirau spent many years surviving by begging in order to provide. Her daughter, Walelem, is 25 and a single mother of two. She is determined to create a better future for her children and hopes to become self-sufficient by starting a small business. They are in need of regular food package support plus rental assistance to help meet their daily needs and build a more stable future for their family.

Partner: Korah

Asnaku Dejene is 46 and a mother of two who works tirelessly to provide for her family. She supports herself by washing clothes from house to house, but the income is limited. Despite this, she remains determined to build a better future for her family. They are currently in need of regular food package support to help meet their daily nutritional needs while they continue working towards independence.

Partner: Korah

Mekfira Redwan is 11 and in 4th grade. She lives with her parents and five siblings. Her mother, Fetiya, is 26 and has been unable to return to heavy work after undergoing surgery following the birth of her youngest child. Her father, who previously supported the family as a daily laborer, is now living with a serious kidney illness that prevents him from working consistently. With both parents facing significant health challenges, the family struggles to provide food and maintain stable housing. They are currently in need of regular sponsorship support to help meet their basic needs and ensure the children can continue their education in a safe and stable environment.

Partner: Korah

Tigist Kebtu is 12 and currently in 8th grade. She enjoys mathematics, and dreams of becoming an accountant one day. She lives with her mother, stepfather, sister, and two brothers. Both her mother and stepfather are living with disabilities, which limit their ability to earn a stable income. Despite these hardships, Tigist remains dedicated to her education and is hopeful for a brighter future. The family is currently in need of regular sponsorship support to help provide stability and ensure the children can continue pursuing their education and future goals.

Partner: Korah

Wolonchew is a 25-year-old father who is living with a visual impairment after losing his eyesight in a workplace accident. He is raising his 1-year-old under extremely difficult circumstances. His wife, Aster, is 23 and currently unable to work or live with the family due to their situation, leaving Wolonchew as the primary caregiver. Because of his disability, he is unable to carry out many activities independently and struggles to provide for his child. The family is currently in need of regular sponsorship support to help cover food, rent, and daily necessities as they work toward a more stable future.

Partner: Korah

Bereket Abu is 15 and in 7th grade. He dreams of becoming a pilot one day. He lives with his mother and his older sister, who is a first-year college student studying photography. Despite facing significant health challenges, Bereket continues to pursue his education with remarkable courage and determination. His mother previously supported the family through daily labor, but after a car accident about a year ago, she was left with difficulty walking. She has been unable to continue working regularly since then. As a result, the family is facing financial hardship and is in need of a rent sponsorship to provide stable housing while Bereket continues his education.

Partner: Korah

Enatenesh is 37 and a single mother. She relies on daily labor for income despite suffering from back pain that makes it difficult for her to work. Her eldest son had to leave school after 9th grade due to mental illness and now remains at home. Her younger son, Samuel, is 11 and currently in 3rd grade. He dreams of becoming a football player one day. Although Enatenesh works hard to care for her family, they are currently in need of a rent sponsorship to provide stable housing and allow Samuel to continue his education.

Partner: Korah

Yalemwork Sintayehu is 14 and lives with her mother and sister. She has lived with an intellectual disability since the age of three and requires ongoing assistance with her daily care. Her mother is living with HIV and diabetes, but despite her own health challenges, she works whenever she is able by washing clothes from house to house. Their family is in need of regular support to ensure Yalemwork receives the consistent care she needs.

Partner: Endihnew Hope

Ashenafi Feleke is 18 years old and in 11th grade. Ashenafi has two sisters and one brother and lives with their mother who is facing significant health challenges, including HIV and pneumonia. Despite her health, Ashenafi’s mother works hard to provide for her children by selling tapers and candles near a church during holidays. With the family facing ongoing financial and health challenges, they are in need of regular sponsorship support to help provide greater stability and allow the children to continue focusing on their education.

Partner: Endihnew Hope

Yeneyitu Agegehu is a single mother caring for her six children and two-year-old granddaughter, Yordanos. She became Yordanos’s primary caregiver after the child’s mother was diagnosed with cancer. The family’s financial situation became even more difficult when Yeneyitu’s oldest son lost his job following the closure of the local dump site. They are currently three months behind on rent, placing their housing at risk. Despite these challenges, the children remain hopeful for their futures. The family is currently in need of rent support for $45/month to help them maintain stable housing and provide a secure home for the children.

Partner: Korah

Abraham is 7 and currently attending Kindergarten 3. He dreams of becoming a pilot one day. He lives with his mother, Bizayehu, and his younger brother, who is 2 years old. Bizayehu has been raising her two children on her own since their father left the family while she was pregnant with Abraham’s younger brother. The rising cost of housing has created an additional financial burden for them. Abraham and his family are currently in need of rent support for $55/month to relieve some of the financial pressure Bizayehu faces as she works to provide a bright future for her children.

Partner: Korah

Yeshi is a mother of three raising her children on her own. She cares for two teenage sons, ages 18 and 19, as well as her 6-month-old daughter, Hanna. The family has faced significant financial hardship, and one of her sons has had to leave school because Yeshi could no longer afford his educational expenses. She previously supported her family by working at the local dump site, but after losing that source of income, she has had limited ways to provide for her children. Yeshi is also facing ongoing health challenges, adding to the difficulties she carries as the sole provider. The family is in need of rent support to help give Yeshi more stability as she cares for her children and works towards independence.

Partner: Korah

Worke is caring for her two granddaughters, ages 14 and 6. They are living with relatives in Addis under crowded and difficult conditions. Both girls are currently out of school because of the family’s financial hardship. Worke currently relies on begging along the roadside to provide. She is also facing ongoing health issues that make caring for her granddaughters increasingly difficult. Despite the challenges, Worke remains committed to caring for the girls and giving them the opportunity for a better future. The family is currently in need of a regular sponsorship and rent support to help provide for their daily needs, secure reliable housing, and give the girls the opportunity to return to school.

Partner: Korah

Fikirte is a mother of four. She was recently diagnosed with breast cancer and underwent surgery to remove a tumor. She now requires ongoing medication each month and is currently unable to work. Before her illness, Fikirte supported her family through weaving. Her children remain hopeful for their futures despite the challenges they are facing. The children help care for their mother, while neighbors and church members have also assisted with some of her medical expenses. Fikirte and her family are currently in need of a regular sponsorship, rent, and medical support to help ensure the children have what they need while Fikirte focuses on her health.

Partner: Korah

Getu is 14 and in 6th grade. He lives with his parents and younger brother, Amnuwel, who is 5 and currently in kindergarten. Getu’s father works as a daily laborer, but employment is inconsistent. He is also living with HIV which requires ongoing medical care. Getu’s mother earns a small income by washing clothes for others, but kidney-related health concerns make it difficult for her to work consistently. With both parents facing health challenges and limited opportunities for work, meeting the family’s monthly expenses has become increasingly difficult. This family is in need of a regular sponsorship, rent, and medical support to help Getu and his younger brother continue with their education, while their parents work towards independence.

Partner: Korah

Kidist came to the Kidane Mihret Orphanage 7 years ago and has lived there ever since. She is 15 and currently in 4th Grade. She has hearing and speech difficulties which creates additional challenges with learning. Despite these challenges, Kidist continues moving forward with hope and determination as she focuses on her education. A regular sponsorship would help provide for her ongoing daily needs and care, while also giving her greater stability and support for the future.

Partner: Kidane Miheret

Tinsaye Bantiyider is a mother of three who is currently expecting another baby. Her children include Tigist (12), Netsanet (6), and Gebresadik (5). Tinsaye’s husband lives in the countryside and is not present at the moment to support the family, leaving her as the sole provider. With no stable income, she has been forced to beg to meet their daily needs. As her family grows and her situation becomes more challenging, they are in urgent need of a regular sponsorship and assistance with house rent to help ensure her children and new baby have a safe and stable environment.

Partner: Endihnew Hope

Christian Yoseph is 16. Before joining the orphanage, he lived with his family. Although his life has changed in many ways, Christian continues to hold onto hope and faith for a brighter future. His greatest dream is to become a priest, dedicating his life to serving God, encouraging others, and caring for those in need. Living at the group home has taught Christian to appreciate every opportunity. He is currently working hard in school. Christian is in need of sponsorship for $170/month, which provides his housing, food, education, medical care, and daily support as he continues preparing for his future.

Partner: Hand in Hand

Elsabet Abera is a mother of three. She previously supported her family by working as a daily laborer, but ongoing health concerns, including HIV, uterine cancer, and a spinal disc condition, have left her unable to continue working. Despite these challenges, she remains hopeful for her children's future. Elsabet and her family are currently in need of a regular sponsorship, rental assistance, and school transportation support to help relieve their financial burden, and allow her daughter to continue attending school.

Partner: Endihnew Hope

Miheret Admassu is a single mother of three who is working hard to provide a safe and stable home for her family. After experiencing a difficult home life with the children’s father, Miheret made the decision to separate from him to protect her family. Since then, she has faced financial challenges and struggles to consistently provide their daily needs. Despite these hardships, Miheret remains committed to creating a better future for her children and ensures they grow up in a safe and loving environment. The family is currently in need of a regular sponsorship and rent support to help Miheret get back on her feet as she works towards independence.

Partner: Hand in Hand

Selam Kifle is a mother of six. One of her children has special needs, including difficulties with speech and bladder control, which requires consistent care and assistance throughout the day. Because of this, Selam is unable to work outside the home and remains dedicated to caring for her children. Her husband previously supported the family by working as a daily laborer, but after his workplace closed, he lost his source of income. With both parents now unable to earn a reliable income, providing for their children has become increasingly difficult. Selam and her family are currently in need of a regular sponsorship and rent support to help ensure their children's everyday needs continue to be met.

Partner: Hand in Hand

Nuhamin Kassa is a bright and hardworking 10th grade student who is passionate about her education and dreams of becoming an airline pilot. She has demonstrated exceptional dedication to her studies. Nuhamin lives with her mother and sister. Her mother, who is living with HIV, previously operated a business to support her two daughters but unfortunately lost her livelihood due to discrimination related to her health condition. Despite these hardships, Nuhamin remains determined to pursue her dreams. Nuhamin is currently in need of a private school sponsorship for $20/month to help her continue receiving a quality education and take another important step toward her dream of becoming a pilot.

Partner: Talita Rise Up

Tirualem Temesgen is a mother who has experienced the heartbreaking loss of her daughter who passed away one year ago following a tragic act of violence. Her daughter had recently graduated from college with a degree in accounting and had just begun her first job, working for only one month before her life was tragically cut short. The loss has deeply affected Tirualem, who now lives alone and continues to navigate the challenges of losing her daughter. Without a stable source of income, it’s been hard to access her everyday needs. Tirualem is currently in need of regular sponsorship support to help provide food and basic necessities as she continues moving forward through this difficult season.

Partner: Hand in Hand

Bekalu Demelash is a 15-year-old 9th grade student who is recognized as one of the highest-achieving students in his community. He dreams of becoming a successful scientist. Bekalu assists his mother with household chores and helps care for his father, who is blind. Even while balancing these responsibilities, Bekalu remains committed to his studies and is determined to pursue his dreams. He is currently in need of a private school sponsorship for $20/month to help him pursue his goal of becoming a scientist.

Partner: Talita Rise Up

Yabsira Kene is 16 and currently lives at the Kidane Mihret Orphanage. Before joining the orphanage, Yabsira lived with her older sister, who did her best to care for her. Despite the challenges she has faced, Yabsira is a hardworking, respectful, and determined young girl. She dreams of becoming a doctor one day. She is currently in need of sponsorship support for $170/month so she can transition out of the orphanage and join the girls' group home, where she can continue her education, and take the important next steps toward a more independent future.

Partner: Talita Rise Up

Sisay Defaru is a 19-year-old college student who is passionate about his education and dreams of becoming a professional football player. He spent four years living at Kidane Mihret Orphanage. He has since been reunited with his mother and now lives at home. Throughout his journey, he has faced challenges but continues to remain hopeful and focused on building a better future. Football is one of his greatest passions, and he hopes to continue developing his skills while pursuing his college education. Sisay is currently in need of regular sponsorship support and rental assistance as he continues his education and works toward achieving his dream of becoming a professional football player.

Partner: Hand in Hand

Yenene Tesfaye is 8. He is living with paralysis that significantly limits his mobility and ability to perform everyday activities. His mother is deeply devoted to caring for him and hopes to access the medical treatment and therapies that could help improve his quality of life. The family faces financial challenges that make it difficult to afford the care and supplies he needs. His mother struggles to consistently provide diapers, and despite seeking assistance from hospitals and other organizations, she has been unable to obtain a wheelchair to help with his mobility. Yenene is currently in need of regular sponsorship support and medical assistance to obtain essential supplies that could make a meaningful difference in his daily life.

Partner: Talita Rise Up