Umoja Orphanage Kenya

Community Impact

At Umoja Orphanage, our impact extends beyond the children in our care—we are deeply committed to uplifting the community.

While we can't showcase everything we do, here’s a small snapshot of how we support our poverty stricken area.

Omari's Story

He arrived in his mother’s arms, too weak to walk. On her back, she carried another child as she made the exhausting 15+kilometre journey barefoot, desperately seeking help for her son. A mother’s love knows no limits, and on that day, neither did Umoja’s compassion.

Omari, a young boy with disabilities, was critically ill. Thanks to the quick-thinking of Nurse Janene, a dedicated volunteer, he was rushed to the hospital and placed in Intensive Care. Against the odds, he survived. His medical bills were covered, lifting an unimaginable burden from his mother’s shoulders.

Her gratitude was profound. In a simple yet deeply touching gesture, she gifted Umoja a pawpaw plant—a symbol of life, hope, and the difference that kindness can make.

But the impact didn’t stop there. A donated wheelchair gave Omari newfound freedom, transforming his daily life and that of his mothers. Omari's mother continues to visit us and unfortunately her next born has severe health issues as well. This is only one of our success stories.

Yasri's Story

Yasri, a young man, came from a nearby village, carrying more than just the weight of his pain—he carried three long years of suffering. A deep, open wound had left him unable to work, forcing him to simply endure the excrutiating pain, hoping for a miracle. When his family could gather enough money, he would visit the doctor, but each time, relief remained out of reach.

Then he heard about Umoja’s free health clinics. Hope flickered.

On her first volunteer trip to Umoja Orphanage Kenya, a compassionate nurse named Leanne, from Bundaberg met Yasri. With limited resources but limitless care, she cleaned and dressed his wound, providing creams and compression bandages. More importantly, she taught him how to care for it himself, giving him the power to fight for his own healing.

Months later, when we returned to Kenya, we brought more of the special creams donated by Leanne that he needed to continue his treatment. It took time, patience, and the generosity of an ongoing donor—but eventually, Yasri’s wound healed completely.

For the first time in years, he was free from pain. Free to stand, to work, to reclaim his life. His gratitude was immeasurable. This is only one of our wound success stories.

Children's Feeding Station - Nourishing hungry children

Hunger knows no boundaries, and for many children in areas of Kenya, a meal is not guaranteed. We have had the privilege of helping at a children's feeding station north of Mombasa, that provided a lifeline to thousands of children in desperate need. Over the years, we helped feed up to 35,000+ children, many of whom walked as far as 20 kilometres—not just for themselves, but to bring food home to their younger siblings.

These were children with empty stomachs but unbreakable spirits. Most arrived barefoot, their faces etched with determination, carrying younger siblings, knowing that this meal might be their only one for the day or possibly days. Thanks to the organisation of the Indian community, donors and volunteers, we were able to provide a meal of beans and rice, ensuring that hunger was kept at bay that day.

Every plate of food served was more than just sustenance—it was a reminder that someone cared. That their lives mattered. They then were given some maize, and fruit to take home. This is an initative of the wonderful Indian Community.

Examples of how we are creating change & support beyond our walls

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Trained over 200 locals in agriculture, fencing, basic plumbing, electrical building & maintenance

Over 4000 casual workers employed through contracts for infrastructure

Our Umoja Orphanage Kenya volunteers have helped feed over 35,000 children at a Children's Feeding Station

Treated over 3000 locals at free health clinics, held ' Day's for Girls' workshops & donated over 300 kits to community girls

Casual employment for village ladies to cook for workers when construction occuring at project

Endless amount of clothing donated to community near and far

Donated enormous amount of toys/dolls/teddy bears to community children

Permanent employment for 14 staff

10 sets of crutches donated to villagers

Several wheelchairs and strollers donated to village mothers to make their lives easier with disabled children

Several water barrels donated to villagers in drought stricken area

Approximately 500 sets of reading glasses donated to villagers with sight problems at our free health clinics

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Get In Touch With Us

Kenya Registered NGO - Umoja Children’s Village – Ukunda
Registraion Number : OP 218/051/12-0442/8509

Australian Registered Charity Number CH 2110
Australian Business Number 90165041649
RAWCS Project Number 51/2011-12