In keeping with its mission and vision, Cheryl’s offers a Christian environment that caters to the children’s unique needs.  Many of these children have seen their parents die young or have been subjected to the violence and neglect that is endemic in the slums.  All have known and most continue to live in extreme poverty. Sixty-five orphans live on site and are housed in 2 permanent dormitories and 140 are monitored in foster homes.  Cheryl’s provides food, clothing and education for both groups of children.  5% of the children live with family in the community but rely on Cheryl’s for aid in education and guidance.

Children arrive at Cheryl’s through various channels.  Kenyan social services, local police, extended or immediate family all make requests for rescue and CCH works closely with these to ensure that children most in need are served.

Some of the children are featured below.  As of Feb. 1 2010 less than half are sponsored.  The goal is to have every child know the warmth, caring and security that comes from sponsors either in Kenya or abroad.