We would like to introduce Grace, Jim and Charles. Grace is a business lady who sells fruit and vegetables at the local markets to earn money to support her family. Charles came to live with Grace & her son Jim, 2 years ago when both his parents died, leaving Charles an orphan.
They live on the outskirts of town, and when we visited their home, the two boys were very excited to see us and welcomed us with big smiles. You see, Jim and Charles are both excited to begin school this year. Grace was referred to us for help. She needed assistance to be able to provide for her boys so they can receive an education and the opportunity for a future.
Grace qualified for a small business loan from Captivating / ACDF Microfinance program. She was given training on how to run and grow a business. She also has learned the best fruits and vegetables to grow in her sandy soil.
From a sack of vegetables, Grace can make a profit of Kshs 1,000 in two days. She sells the fruit from her farm at around Kshs 1,000 per 10kg. Grace is now waiting for the rains so she can plant ground nuts and millet to sell.
With this increased profit, Grace is repaying her loan as well as having money left over to pay for school fees and provide food and clothing for her two boys.
Thank you to those who are sponsors of this program. It is because of you that Charles has a home, a family and a future. There are many more orphaned children like Charles. If you would like to know more about this program or would like to partner with Captivating to bring lasting change to orphans in Kenya, please contact andrewc@captivating.org.
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