Sponsor A Family

Yohannes Tesfaye is 16. Before joining the orphanage, he lived with his father. He dreams of becoming a professional football player and loves the sport because it has taught him the values of teamwork, discipline, and perseverance. Yohannes believes that with hard work, and the support of caring people, he can achieve his dream. He is currently in need of sponsorship for $170/month, which provides housing, food, education, medical care, and daily support as he continues building a brighter future.

Partner: Hand in Hand

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

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

Dingatay is 45 and a single mother of two. After developing leprosy, she lost the use of one of her hands and was abandoned by her husband and his family. Despite these challenges, Dingatay supported her family by selling firewood and clothing materials, but rising living costs and the loss of market opportunities eventually caused her small business to close. Her son, Mikiyas, is 12 and currently in 5th grade. Although the family remains hopeful for the future, they are currently in need of a rent sponsorship while they continue working toward self-sufficiency.

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

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

Addisalem Esubalew is a mother of three boys who lives in Korah, near the trash dump. Two of her sons live with her and are currently attending school. Addisalem works hard each day to care for them and keep them in class. Despite her efforts, the family faces financial challenges. She also struggles with a minor health condition, which makes it difficult to maintain steady work. With limited resources, the family is in need of a regular sponsorship to help cover basic needs and ensure the children can continue their education in a safe and stable setting.

Partner: Korah

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

Serkalem is a devoted mother of two. Both her and her 10-year-old daughter, Kidist, are living with HIV. They receive ongoing medical treatment and medication for it. Kidist is currently in 3rd grade and dreams of becoming a teacher. She enjoys playing tag, and her favorite color is red. Serkalem works as a daily laborer whenever she is physically able, doing everything she can to provide for her children. The family continues to face financial hardship and is in need of regular food package support to help provide stability, and ensure Kidist can continue her education.

Partner: Korah

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

Eyrus Bishaw is 18 and currently in 9th grade. She lives with her younger brother and sister. Unfortunately, they lost their mother to HIV four years ago. Despite their loss and hardships, they remain committed together and continue working toward a brighter future. Eyrus dreams of becoming a designer and enjoys Science. Her younger sister, Bethelehem (17, 9th grade), hopes to become a dancer, and their youngest brother, Yohannes (11, 4th grade), dreams of becoming a church deacon. They are currently in need of rent support to help provide a safe and stable home as they work towards independence.

Partner: Korah

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