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It’s back to school time! Kids and teachers are headed back to the classroom and I want to ask you to join me in praying for all of the...
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brittany1838
- Aug 31, 2021
- 2 min
Learning For Her Children
I want you to know how your gifts are changing entire families in Kenya. I hope you enjoy this story from Linda, our Communications...
brittany1838
- Aug 24, 2021
- 1 min
You Did It!
I am so excited to announce that you did it! The $25,000 match was met by your generosity and now more kids can be helped! Thank you so...
brittany1838
- Aug 18, 2021
- 2 min
Creative Minds
Today I want to tell you about some amazing kids and their creative work through the Social Enterprise club at Open Arms Academy. There...
brittany1838
- Aug 11, 2021
- 2 min
A Day In The Life of Florence
Meet Florence, a lively 12 year old girl that lives in a village about 2 miles away from Open Arms Academy. She lives in a small mud...
brittany1838
- Aug 3, 2021
- 1 min
Home For The Weekend
It is always fun when our children who are in college and boarding schools come home to visit for the weekend. As you can imagine, having...
brittany1838
- Jul 21, 2021
- 1 min
A Really Sweet Project
At Open Arms Village, self-sustainability is a top priority. Staff members work diligently to develop ways to provide for the needs of...
brittany1838
- Jul 20, 2021
- 1 min
To Be A Child
When I think of childhood, thoughts of carefree summers, playing with friends, making up games and eating ice cream fill my mind. But,...
Open Arms International
- Jul 8, 2021
- 2 min
Off to College and A Baby Update
I recently shared with you about our eight high school graduates of 2021. Each one has now completed the process of applying for higher...
brittany1838
- Jul 1, 2021
- 2 min
Left In a Trash Can...But
Just six days ago, a baby boy was born in Kenya. Immediately after his birth, he was placed in a trash can with his placenta still...
brittany1838
- Jun 28, 2021
- 2 min
More than a lemonade stand
It's been two years since Open Arms Academy launched the Social Enterprise Club. The goal of this group is to teach children how to...
brittany1838
- Jun 28, 2021
- 1 min
Life Skills- Kenyan Style
Enjoy this Circle of H.O.P.E. premier video- Albert came to live at Open Arms Village when he was only one day old. He was abandoned at a...
Open Arms International
- Jun 23, 2021
- 1 min
Milk, Anyone?
Taking care of 160+ kids just got a little easier! For many years, Open Arms Village farm staff have worked hard to care for the milk...
brittany1838
- Jun 16, 2021
- 2 min
Much Needed R & R
Since the pandemic started last March, Open Arms Village houseparents have worked incredibly long hours with very few breaks in order to...
brittany1838
- Jun 8, 2021
- 2 min
Update: Emergency Placements
Last week I told you about the four children that had just arrived at Open Arms Village. They were in critical need of care due to...
brittany1838
- Jun 3, 2021
- 1 min
Emergency Placements
I just learned that four more children came to live at Open Arms Village today. One group of three siblings, ages 12, 9 and 7, had been...
Open Arms International
- May 28, 2021
- 2 min
Meet the Graduates!
I am so excited to announce that eight students at Open Arms Village are 2021 high school graduates! What an amazing accomplishment for...
brittany1838
- May 17, 2021
- 2 min
A Hand Up
At Open Arms Village, four local women are experiencing the power of knowledge. Each of them participate in the home group that is part...
Open Arms International
- May 12, 2021
- 1 min
Baking the Bread
Auntie Lena sure knows how to bake for a BIG family!
brittany1838
- May 11, 2021
- 2 min
Meet Teacher Brian
Brian is one of the incredible Open Arms Academy teachers. He recently shared his view on the current situation in Kenya. What made you...
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